#Pays de la Loire region

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Les Sables d'Olonne. La Tour d'Arundel.

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A general view of the peloton passing through flowery landscape during the 70th Région Pays de la Loire Tour 2024, Stage 2 a 162.1km stage from Châteaubriant to Saumur on April 03, 2024. (Photos by Dario Belingheri/Getty Images)

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Pays de la Loire, France

Loire-Atlantique (44) Maine-et-Loire (49) Mayenne (53) Sarthe (72) Vendée (85)

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Fresnay-sur-Sarthe, France: Fresnay-sur-Sarthe is a commune in the Sarthe department in the region of Pays de la Loire in north-western France. On 1 January 2019, the former communes Coulombiers and Saint-Germain-sur-Sarthe were merged into Fresnay-sur-Sarthe. Wikipedia

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Maison de pêcheurs pres de St Nazaire Saint Nazaire fait partie de la Région administrative des Pays de la Loire

Fisherman's house near St Nazaire Saint Nazaire is part of the administrative region of Pays de la Loire

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The Hotel Falligan is a historic building on the Kouter in the Belgian city of Ghent. In this post only some pictures of the staircase hall.

The rococo town house was built in 1755 for Hector-Gabriel-Joseph Falligan (from a noble family from the region of Anjou -around Angers, Pays de la Loire- in France) and his wife Jeanne Agnès de Pestre (heiress of a merchant in colonial goods). The building has Corinthian columns with statues of Apollo and Diana. The large, central balcony with hand-wrought work is supported by four stylized consoles. At the rear there is a courtyard with a view of the ornate coach houses, decorated with the coats of arms of the Falligan and Depestre families on the pediment. In 1804 the literary society Club des Nobles settled in the building. Inside there are oriental-inspired murals of Parisian origin.

The building has been a protected monument since 1990. In December 2012, several scenes were shot in this building for the feature film Grace of Monaco about the life of film star and princess Grace Kelly.

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France

The city of Laval has a rich history, which dates back to ancient times. It was officially founded in the medieval period. However, the origins of Laval can be traced back to Roman times when there was a settlement here.

In the Middle Ages, the city developed as an important trading and administrative center. Laval Castle was built in the 11th century and was used to defend the city from attacks. Over the centuries, the city underwent various changes and developments but always remained an important center in the region.

Throughout its history, Laval witnessed various events and changes. In the 16th and 17th centuries, the city saw religious conflicts and wars, such as the French Wars of Religion. During the 18th and 19th centuries, the city continued to develop as a significant cultural and economic center.

In the 19th century, significant industrial changes occurred in the city, particularly with the development of the textile industry. This spurred economic growth and the city's development.

Today, Laval remains an important city in the Pays de la Loire region and France as a whole. It is known for its cultural heritage, beautiful architecture, and vibrant atmosphere.

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Storm Herminia hits Normandy and Brittany

Nearly 4,000 households were left without electricity in north-western France in the regions of Brittany and Pays de la Loire due to flooding caused by Storm Herminia.

The departments of Morbihan, Atlantic Loire and Ile and Vilaine have imposed a red, the highest, weather danger level.

Rescue services are assisting local residents. They have evacuated about 600 people in the department of Ile and Vilaine since Sunday. No casualties have been reported.

The bad weather also led to disruptions in the work of railway transport. In particular, train speed restrictions and delays in the departure of trains were observed on Tuesday between the cities of Le Mans and Angers.

According to the mayor of the administrative centre of Brittany, the city of Rennes, Nathalie Appéré, about 15 thousand people were affected by the floods. To eliminate the consequences of the disaster, 1,300 specialists, including firefighters, police and military personnel were sent to the affected regions.

Europe is suffering from Herminia

Dangerous weather warnings have been issued in parts of Spain, Portugal, France, the UK and Ireland due to heavy rain winds and powerful waves. Hurricane-force winds in excess of 100 kilometres per hour have been recorded across almost all of Spain.

The autonomous region of Galicia was particularly affected. The victim of the elements became at least one person. Emergency services registered about 1,200 incidents. More than 13,000 families were left without electricity.

Meanwhile, in the south-west of the United Kingdom, more than 1,000 homes remain without power. In the counties of Devon Cornwall, the yellow weather danger level remains in place.

Last Friday, the Storm Eowyn hit the UK and Ireland, which broke the record for wind speed – on average it was almost 135 kilometres per hour. Hundreds of flights were cancelled at almost all major airports. More than 715,000 homes, farms and businesses were left without power across Ireland.

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Le Croisic. Le bassin.

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La Maison Conti

Maison Conti sits in the square of tranquil Montmirail, with a chateau for a backdrop and the church for a neighbour. 

Maison Conti is a lovely, historically interesting 18th century house in the centre of this charming village.

The house is delightful, the village is charming and they are gracious hosts. The rooms are imaginatively appointed and the character of both the property and Respect

Service options: Serves vegetarian dishes · High chairs available

2 Place de l Eglise, 72320 Montmirail France

Bed-and-Breakfast Maison Conti

2 Place de l'Eglise - Montmirail - 72320 - Sarthe - Pays de la Loire - France

Bed-and-Breakfast Maison Conti, Montmirail - Reserving.com

Montmirail: Commune in France

Montmirail is a commune in the Sarthe department in the region of Pays de la Loire in north-western France.

Region: Pays de la Loire

Department: Sarthe

Montmirail, Sarthe - Wikipedia

Montmirail, France (by Francis Everan)

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The Grande plage of La Bernerie en Retz !!!

And back on my local road warrior mode, this time going south to old Brittany in the Loire Atlantique dept 44 of the new Pays de la Loire region. A wonderful coastal trip of my belle France just south of me with plenty of architecture, history, and beaches, Let me tell you about the Grande […]The Grande plage of La Bernerie en Retz !!!

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Maison de pêcheurs - Fisherman's house

côte de Loire Atlantique la Loire Atlantique est rattachée à la région Pays de la Loire et non à la Bretagne

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Loire Atlantic coast Loire Atlantique is attached to the Pays de la Loire region and not to Brittany

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Top Hotels Near Le Mans

Le Mans, in France's Pays de la Loire region, holds historical allure and famed 24-hour endurance race. Top hotels suggested for tourists include the stylish Hôtel Concordia, the contemporary Mercure Le Mans Centre, the intimate Hotel Chantecler, the fami

Le Mans, located in the Pays de la Loire region in France, is a charming city known for its rich history, spectacular architecture, and of course, the world-famous 24 Hours of Le Mans endurance race. If you’re planning a visit to Le Mans and looking for a comfortable place to stay, here are some top hotels in the area: 1. Hôtel Concordia Le Mans Centre Gare Hôtel Concordia in Le Mans is a…

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Bauné, the French town that uses deliberately confusing road markings to discourage speeding

Bauné, a small town in western France became popular for marking a busy intersection with overlapping white lines in order to confuse motorists and make them slow down. At a glance, it looks like a piece of abstract art but, the town, near Angers, in the heart of the region Pays de la Loire in Western France, despite it is home to only about 1,700 people, has to deal every day with heavy traffic…

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Health and innovation companies from Pays de la Loire unite under the banner of the white rooster

In the heart of Nantes, where innovation meets wellness, the inaugural City Healthcare Digital and Health Fair unfolded on September 21st and 22nd. It was on this vibrant stage that regional healthcare pioneers proudly unveiled ‘French Care Pays de la Loire,’ a groundbreaking initiative poised to transform the future of health in our community. Founded at the initiative of BPI France in February…