Neufchâtel-En-Saosnois: Holiday Apartments and Holiday Homes

Culture and History

The Église Saint-Étienne in Neufchâtel-en-Saosnois is a Gothic building dating from the 13th to the 15th century. It houses a 16th-century stained-glass window depicting Jean II, Count of Perche and Duke of Alençon, in prayer.

The ruins of the Abbaye de Perseigne in Neufchâtel-en-Saosnois are listed as a historic monument; the listing dates from 4 October 1932. The history of clog making is also specifically documented in the village: Neufchâtel-en-Saosnois was an important centre of this craft, and 156 clog makers were recorded there in 1851.

At the Maison du Sabot et des Métiers d’Antan, visitors can learn about the various stages of clog making and the types of wood that can be used. The Maison du Sabot et des Métiers d’Antan also displays more than 700 tools and objects from local working life. In the church, the remarkable acoustics make it possible to hold concerts regularly.

The village’s architectural heritage also includes the Lavoir du bourg on the Route d’Ancinnes beside the Ruisseau de la Vieille Ville; it was completed in 1870.

When planning a trip, you may wish to rent a holiday apartment in Neufchâtel-en-Saosnois.

Forest and Trails

The “Les 3 villages” route passes through Neufchâtel-en-Saosnois. This easy hike is 16.7 km long and takes approximately 4 hours and 30 minutes.

The Forêt de Perseigne can be accessed from Neufchâtel-en-Saosnois. The “Les 3 villages” forest hike passes through the Forêt de Perseigne and offers panoramic views of the landscape or the forest.

The Sentier de grande randonnée 235 runs past the centre of Neufchâtel-en-Saosnois in sections. The “HÊTRE” circular walking route starts at the Maison du Sabot in Neufchâtel-en-Saosnois.

Other destinations: Saint-Victeur, Luché-Pringé, Teloché, Cérans-Foulletourte, Montfort-Le-Gesnois, Crosmières, Précigné, Semur-en-Vallon

For the broader travel overview: Sarthe.