The characterful village of Saulges, famous for its prehistoric caves, has much more to offer. Indeed, this Small Town of Character ® located just a 20-minute drive from Sainte-Suzanne, takes you on a journey to the heart of history.
What to see in Saulges?
Saulges is full of little treasures like the Saint Peter's Chapel Saint-Cénéré Oratory, the lime kiln, and so many others. We take you to discover this village of character, and its must-sees!
Vote for Saulges, the French People's Favorite Village
Grande nouvelle!! Saulges a été sélectionné pour représenter les Pays de la Loire dans l’émission « le Village Préféré des Français ».
More than a competition, this participation is an exceptional opportunity to showcase a site that is still little known on a national scale: a village nestled in the heart of a natural valley where heritage, nature and prehistory come together.
Today, we're counting on you to spread the word about this village of character!
Until March 6, Vote for Saulges à l'adresse suivante:
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The Caves of Saulges
Today we count 22 caves on the Saulges site. Two are open to visitors: the Margot Cave, an ornate cave and the Rochefort Cave, living cave. You can contact the Prehistory Museum to book. If you have the soul of an adventurer, do not hesitate to set off to discover the mysterious Goat CaveAnd if you feel like taking a stroll through this magnificent site, classified Natura 2000, take a stroll in the Japanese footsteps.
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The Oratory of Saint-Cénéré
It is said that Saint Cenere, a Benedictine monk, settled in Saulges, is said to have caused a miraculous spring to gush forth near the Erve, where his oratory now stands. He also founded a Christian community which built the Saint-Pierre church in the town of Saulges. In the past, the Saint-Céneré oratory was the site of many pilgrimagesTo refresh yourself, go see the spring, located at the bottom of the building.
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St. Peter's Church
This Carolingian church is one of oldest in France, it dates from the 8th century. Enter the chapel to see the relics of Saint-Céneré, a hermit and important figure in the history of Saulges. You will also discover an astonishing collection of wooden statues, stone and terracotta from the 17th and 18th centuries, as well as a stone cross from the 15th century: the Croix Boissée.
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Merovingian sarcophagi
At theGallo-Roman period, a human settlement existed on the plateau of the City and it was located north of the current town, near the ford where the Roman road (Le Mans-Rennes) crossed the Erve. The current town of Saulges thus developed on a Merovingian necropolis. This cemetery was undoubtedly that of the inhabitants of the city.
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The Mill of Thévalles
This mill, located 2 km from the village of Saulges, has a exceptional mechanism on four levels, dating from 1850. Unique in the West of France! You can make a in guided tour, in order to understand the milling work of the late 19th century.
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