Sainte-Suzanne-et-Chammes, New commune in Mayenne, France
Description
This new commune established in 2016 merges the former municipalities of Sainte-Suzanne and Chammes, creating a rural territory in Mayenne characterized by rolling landscapes and well-preserved traditional villages with medieval heritage.
History
The area's history dates back to medieval times when Sainte-Suzanne successfully resisted attacks from William the Conqueror in the 11th century, demonstrating the strategic importance of this elevated position overlooking the Erve valley.
Culture
The commune houses remarkable architectural heritage including medieval fortifications and historic churches, holds membership in the Most Beautiful Villages of France association, and maintains local traditions through annual medieval festivals and cultural events.
Practical
Visitors can reach the commune via departmental roads with parking facilities available near the historic center, and explore the territory through marked hiking trails and organized tourist circuits that highlight the area's natural and cultural attractions.
Did you know?
The Erves dolmen located within the communal territory represents the oldest monument in Mayenne dating from approximately 3500 BC, providing evidence of continuous human occupation spanning several millennia in this region.
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Château de Sainte-Suzanne
342 m
Evron Abbey
7.6 km
Château de Montecler
6.6 km
Halles-mairie d'Évron
7.2 km
Donjon de Sainte-Suzanne
140 m
Camp de Beugy
140 m
Les Erves dolmen
2.7 km
Église Sainte-Suzanne de Sainte-Suzanne
269 mManoir d'Aubigné
9.3 km
Musée de l'Auditoire
289 m
Remparts de Sainte-Suzanne
444 m
Table des Diables
3.9 km
Chapelle Saint-Crépin
7.5 km
Dolmen des Îles
3 km
Jardin Aquatique
7.7 km
Moulin à papier de Sainte-Suzanne-et-Chammes
555 m
Église Saint-Martin de Châtres-la-Forêt
7 km
Basilique Notre-Dame de l'Épine
7.5 km
Église Saint-Martin de Livet
8.1 km
Église Saint-Louis de Blandouet
5.4 km
Église Saint-Christophe
9 km
Église Saint-Jean de Saint-Jean-sur-Erve
7.6 km
Église Saint-Pierre de Chammes
3.2 km
Chapelle des Trois-Poiriers
6 km
Église Saint-Léger de Saint-Léger
7.8 km
Chapelle Saint-Nicolas de la ferme de Saint-Nicolas
4.9 km
Basilique Notre-Dame de l'Épine d'Évron
7.5 km
Chapelle Sainte-Madeleine de Sainte-Suzanne
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