Saulges has won the hearts of the French! On the occasion of the 2026 edition of the show The favorite village of the FrenchPresented by Stéphane Bern, our village in Mayenne has risen to a magnificent 4th place nationally.
A great recognition for this Small Town of Character in Mayenne, its heritage, its landscapes… and of course the Saulges cave valley.
Saulges just misses out on the podium for France's favorite village
Representing the Pays de la Loire regionSaulges was one of the 14 villages selected for the 2026 edition of the Favorite village of the FrenchThe result, revealed on July 8 on France 3, placed Saulges in 4th position.
This adventure has given a tremendous spotlight to our territory and to what makes up its identity: a village of character, a history spanning millennia and an exceptional natural valley.
The Saulges caves, a journey to the heart of Prehistory
It is impossible to visit Saulges without exploring its valley and prehistoric caves.
The valley of the Saulges caves, crossed by the Erve river, includes 22 natural cavitiesAmong them, the Margot and Rochefort caves are open to visitors and allow you to travel back in time in the footsteps of prehistoric women and men.
Prehistoric engravings, geological formations, a Museum of Prehistory and spectacular landscapes make the Erve Valley one of the Must-see prehistoric sites in Western France.
After being voted the French people's favorite village, come and discover Saulges!
This 4th place is an invitation to come and see Saulges and the Erve valley with your own eyes.
Stroll through the village streets, discover the Saint-Pierre church, explore the Erve valley, enjoy the hiking trails and visit the Museum of Prehistory and the Saulges caves.
Saulges may not have become the favorite village of the French in 2026… but it could very well become yours!
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