The first traces of occupation dating back to the Gallo-Roman period but remain poorly understood. In the Middle Ages by cons village knows a boom with the installation of the priory of St. John Cohardon, depending on the Abbey of Saint Nicolas d'Angers and the installation of several lords who develop agriculture and weaving.
In the 18th century with the creation of royal roads including that of Le Mans to Alençon, some hostels are opening their doors to the village.
In 1944, the Germans make the town their main point of resistance to the advance of General Leclerc to Alencon.
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The Church of St. Peter, this church has the distinction of having been completely rebuilt from 1874 to 1878 by architect Pascal Truth. Although it has a very modern church Fyé has retained some elements of furniture from the old building as a remarkable Madonna and Child Wood dated 17th or a Christ on the Cross of the 16th century.
Memorial Division Leclerc monument to the 2nd Armored Division, in memory of August 11, 1944 day when the forces of General Leclerc encountered the greatest difficulties facing the German and French where 4 tanks were destroyed and many civilians killed . This monument was inaugurated in the presence of the wife of General.
Get Art Brut Fernand Chatelain: local self-taught artist whose works are now presented in a stunning garden. Labeled site by UNESCO. Visit by appointment or on Saturdays in summer.
Elisabeth and Jean-Claude verneau welcome you to their guesthouse Violet and Poppy and in their guest house with separate rooms Retro and Moroccan. Their house is located at a place...
Independent house of 1791 in a small village near Mamers, Normandy Park, near the Maine and Perche. This cottage has 4 bedrooms, 2 beds of 140,2 beds of 90, and 2 bunk beds. On the...
Very nice family site, traditional and rustic. Animations, dances with the season (July 13 to August 15), volleyball, badminton, mini golf, bowling, family games, swing, slide, bouncy...
Hotel Ronsin is located in the mediaeval town of Fresnay-sur-Sarthe. It offers 2-star accommodation with free Wi-Fi internet access and a traditional restaurant. All of the rooms at...
Located 6.5 km from Fyé
Room from 45 €
Château de Saint Paterne
8.3
Saint-Paterne
This beautiful castle set in the heart of a 25-acre park blends the pleasures of a Renaissance château with the comfort of a boutique hotel and was once a hideaway for Henry IV. The...
Located 10.1 km from Fyé
Room from 140 €
Mercure Alençon
8
Alençon
Situated 5 minutes from the city centre of Alençon and one km from exit 19 on the A28 motorway, the hotel offers cosy, 2-star accommodation. The hotel Mercure Alençon features 2 meeting...
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