Small village of Mayenne, Pays de la Loire region, Mézangers takes place at about thirty kilometers from Laval, at the foot of the hills of Sainte-Gemmes-le-Robert.
Populated since prehistoric times, as evidenced by the remains still visible on site, the region of Mézangers developed in the sixth century under the yoke of the abbey of St. Vincent du Mans. Heavily affected by the horrors of the First World War, the village has rebounded in the second half of the twentieth century, highlighting its architectural heritage and the charm of its landscapes.
Today, the town of Mézangers has a real appeal because of its proximity to attractive cities of the Loire, such as Laval or Le Mans, as well as for its tourist activity. The village is part of the country of art and history Coevrons Mayenne.
Residence of the thirteenth, fourteenth, fifteenth and sixteenth centuries, the castle of the Rock is now classified as an historic monument. Located on the edge of a pond, this granite building has in particular a gallery of five arcades in basket handle which animates the Renaissance facade and which connects the former main building of the thirteenth century to the chapel of the fourteenth century. The whole is surrounded by charming French gardens. According to the legend, the castle of the Rock would be the scene of regular appearances of a lady dressed in green, Eléonore de Bouillé, who would live an eternal purgatory for having entered on horseback with his dogs in the chapel of the abbey of Etival -en-Charnie. Visits outside are possible from June to October.
Of Romanesque origin, the church Saint-Front presents a primitive building with a nave and an apse choir lit by three semicircular windows. A chapel for the Lord of the Rock was added in the 14th century, and a second, symmetrical, was added at the end of the 19th century.
While walking in the village, do not miss to admire the lodging of La Grande Coudrière or to discover the old priory of Notre-Dame du Champ-de-Vigne. Built in the twelfth century, the latter was partly destroyed in the fourteenth century and reveals few vestiges.
The leisure base of Gué de Selle takes place on the pond of the same name. You can discover a stretch of water of fifty hectares, as well as an accommodation center offering a wide choice of sports or outdoor activities.
For family walks or hikes, head to the Bois d'Hermet, a haven of peace preserved.
