Welcome to the Saulges Caves Valley, a must for lovers of slow tourism in Mayenne! With our Slowlydays offers, immerse yourself in the heart of the natural landscapes of Coëvrons and discover a destination where you can take the time to reconnect with nature. Whether by visiting the caves, hiking or cycling, or exploring our small towns of character, every moment invites you to experience eco-responsible tourism in the heart of a protected and listed site Natura 2000Come and experience a peaceful, authentic stay rich in discoveries, perfect for lovers of sustainable tourism and hidden treasures.

Morning: small towns of character, by bicycle… 🎶🚴

From Saulges to Saint-Pierre-sur-Erve by bike

To start this slow tourism day off right, we recommend heading out on our small country roads to discover the villages of Saulges and Saint-Pierre-sur-Erve, two small towns with accredited character. You can rent different types of bikes (mountain bikes, electric bikes, bikes for 2 or 4 people, etc.) to do this.

  • LOCATION, LIVRAISON ET RÉPARATION DE VÉLOS ET ACCESSOIRES POUR PERSONNES A MOBILITÉ RÉDUITE SUR RÉSERVATION EN MAYENNE

    Book online From 5 €  / adult

    Open. Closes at 21 p.m.

    THORIGNE-EN-CHARNIE

    RENTAL, DELIVERY AND REPAIR OF BICYCLES AND ACCESSORIES FOR PEOPLE WITH REDUCED MOBILITY BY RESERVATION IN MAYENNE
    Bicycle and accessory rental, delivery, and repair for people with reduced mobility by reservation in Mayenne, © Stéphanie Rondeau

  • VÉLOROUTE – Itinéraire vélo en Mayenne (GRAZAY – HAMBERS – SAINTE-SUZANNE – SAULGES – DAON)

    Average level

    GRAZAY

    • 1604 D +
    • 1494 D-
    • 119,0 km
    CYCLE ROUTE – Cycling route in Mayenne (GRAZAY – HAMBERS – SAINTE-SUZANNE – SAULGES – DAON)
    Cycle Route – Cycling itinerary in Mayenne (GRAZAY – HAMBERS – SAINTE-SUZANNE – SAULGES – DAON), © French_Wanderers
    • Discover Saulges
    Discover Saint-Pierre-sur-Erve

    Slow hiking rather than cycling!?

    Here are our three walking routes in the Erve Valley, to discover the small, characterful towns of Saulges and Saint-Pierre-sur-Erve.

  • CIRCUIT DE L’ORATOIRE – N°33

    Easy level

    SAULGES

    • 02:05
    • 163 D +
    • 163 D-
    • 8,5 km
    ORATORY CIRCUIT – N°33
    ORATORY CIRCUIT – No. 33, © P. Beltrami

  • CIRCUIT DE SAINT-PIERRE – N°34

    Easy level

    SAINT-PIERRE-SUR-ERVE

    • 02:00
    • 145 D +
    • 144 D-
    • 7,5 km
    SAINT-PIERRE CIRCUIT – N°34
    SAINT-PIERRE CIRCUIT – No. 34, © Moulin de Gô

  • CIRCUIT DES 3 CITÉS – N°32

    Average level

    THORIGNE-EN-CHARNIE

    • 03:30
    • 206 D +
    • 206 D-
    • 13,5 km
    3 CITIES TOUR – N°32
    3 CITIES CIRCUIT – No. 32, ©OT Coëvrons

    • Afternoon: slow tourism in the Saulges Caves Valley 🦣

    Gourmet break: slow picnic or slow restaurant?

    After your workout, it's time to relax! If you're looking for a gourmet break, several restaurants in and around Saulges welcome you. For picnickers, there are picnic areas with tables and restrooms in the heart of the valley, near the Museum of Prehistory. Don't forget to plan your picnic ahead of time to fully enjoy this moment in the great outdoors.

    Saulges Caves Valley Picnic Area
    Restaurants in and around Saulges

    Slow prehistory 🪨🔥

    What if you took a little trip back in time to discover the Saulges Cave Valley? Yes, you're walking in the footsteps of the first humans! 2000 years of history to explore, how does that sound? The Museum of Prehistory is waiting to tell you all about it. Dive into the world of the only decorated cave north of the Loire with an immersive virtual tour of the museum. And for the more curious, book your tickets now for a guided adventure in the heart of the two accessible caves!

  • Prehistory Museum

    Prehistory Museum

  • GROTTE MARGOT ET GROTTE ROCHEFORT

    Historic site and monument

    Book online From 12 €  / adult

    Open. Closes at 19 p.m.

    THORIGNE-EN-CHARNIE

    MARGOT CAVE AND ROCHEFORT CAVE
    Margot Cave and Rochefort Cave, © Sarah_Veysseyre_-_Mayenne_Tourisme

    • So, do you want to stay?

    If you enjoyed this slow tourism experience but want to make the most of it, no problem! We have some lovely accommodations listed under "Slowlydays" nearby. Here is a list of owners who are passionate about welcoming you with kindness and a spirit of sharing (values ​​that are very important to them). Don't hesitate to contact them if you'd like to know more before your stay; they will be happy to answer your questions and accommodate your needs.

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