Unusual

Ride a mechanical elephant, sail on the Loire at sunset, explore secret or surprising places... In Pays de la Loire, unusual getaways invite you to enjoy unexpected and memorable experiences.

Unusual experiences

A journey through time and art around Sainte-Suzanne and Jublains
A journey through time and art around Sainte-Suzanne and Jublains

Immerse yourself in the heart of Mayenne at the Pays d'Art et d'Histoire de Coëvrons-Mayenne for a unique experience to share with friends or as a couple. Time seems to stand still, with the promise of wonderful encounters with artisans. This stay combines culture, nature, activities and creativity for an escapade rich in emotions and inspiring encounters.

An unexpected family trip to discover the American Indians
An unexpected family trip to discover the American Indians

It's in the heart of the Sarthe region, in a green setting, that you're invited to enjoy a one-of-a-kind experience. Immerse yourself in the world of the American Indians during an unusual stay, where teepees replace hotels and bison rub shoulders with horses. An unexpected journey for young and old, that will leave you with unforgettable memories!

Tame the Machines de l'île!
Tame the Machines de l'île!

Climb onto the back of a gigantic elephant, explore the Carrousel des Mondes Marins or explore a gallery of giant animals! The astonishing mechanical creations of the Machines de l'île, in Nantes, enthral children and adults alike by combining the worlds of Jules Vernes and Leonardo da Vinci.

5 unique wine-themed experiences in Atlantic Loire Valley
5 unique wine-themed experiences in Atlantic Loire Valley

If you’re looking for a unique wine-themed experience, then we have just the thing for you! We’ve selected five authentic, sociable experiences where you’ll learn more about wine and make your time here in the Atlantic Loire Valley region a time to remember.

Weekend in the Alpes Mancelles: the call of the heights
Weekend in the Alpes Mancelles: the call of the heights

Between winding valleys and verdant hills, the Alpes Mancelles invite you to an unexpected escape in the heart of the Pays de la Loire region. This unspoilt region, where the Sarthe River meanders capriciously between sandstone cliffs, offers a surprising Alpine-style journey without leaving the West. For a weekend, immerse yourself in this natural symphony, where perched villages tell their stories and trails whisper their secrets.

Saumur: unusual museums!
Saumur: unusual museums!

Incredible armoured vehicles, a genuine Ariane rocket engine, the jacket of general De Lattre de Tassigny, mushrooms from all four corners of the world, and more! Explore the astonishing collections on display in the museums of Saumur.

Explore Robert Tatin's palace-museum!
Explore Robert Tatin's palace-museum!

Is it an Asian temple? A Mayan palace? A Maori fortress? In the heart of the Mayenne countryside, in Cossé-le-Vivien, sits the extraordinary and monumental palace-museum by the artist Robert Tatin.

A surprising journey along the Loire estuary, where art meets nature
A surprising journey along the Loire estuary, where art meets nature

From Nantes to Saint-Nazaire, let yourself be seduced by the charms of the Loire estuary, where river and ocean blend in a spellbinding symphony. This unique landscape, shaped by nature and the industrial and maritime history of the Loire-Atlantique region, provides an ideal playground for contemporary artists, who have scattered their works here, creating an open-air art trail.

Rochemenier: an underground village!
Rochemenier: an underground village!

Head underground 25km West of Saumur and discover the incredible rural museum of the village of Rochemenier, chiselled into the "falun" rock! Explore homes, discover old tools and meditate in the subterranean chapel...

Troglodyte weekend in Anjou
Troglodyte weekend in Anjou

There are places where time can be read in stone. In Anjou, limestone holds the memory of those who chose to live between two worlds: the sun-drenched world above, and the world below, where the coolness of troglodyte cellars tells a thousand stories.