Interactive maps of hiking and biking routes around Laval
1. You can zoom in/out using your mouse wheel, as well as move the map of Laval with your mouse.2. This interactive map presents two modes: 'Biking Routes' and 'Hiking Routes'. Use the '+' button on the map to switch between them.
Railway and landscape maps of Laval area
This Laval map has two modes: 'Railway Network' and 'Landscape & Rural Map'. Use the '+' button on the map to navigate.City tours, excursions and tickets in Laval and surroundings
France - moving around the country


Overview of festivals and celebrations in France
In France, every year there is a huge number of festivals. June 21, Music Day, is a day off throughout the country. On this day on the streets and squares are established scenes and venues, where musical groups and performers of different ranks perform: from beginners to real legends of the French stage. Great attention is paid in France to classical and ancient music. In Ambron, in abbey built in the 11th century, there is a festival of baroque music annually. In the city of La Cote-Saint-Andre every year, there is a festival of Hector Berlioz, the famous French composer and music writer. … Open
Photogallery of Laval sights
Our guide to Laval
Cuisine and top restaurants
Those who want to try the best regional delicacies should go to L'Aromance restaurant. Here, guests are offered a wide selection of meat and cheese cuts, the best addition to which will be a glass of wine from local wineries. This restaurant's menu is updated several times a year, as exclusively locally grown food is used here for cooking. You can try wonderful salads from fresh vegetables in summer and signature … Open

Traditions and mentality of Laval
Special attention should also be paid to choosing clothes for walking on city streets. Bright and revealing outfits, which are considered to be a sign of bad taste, are not really welcome here by locals. Clothing should be modest and elegant even if you just go for a walk to the nearest cafe or supermarket. Neatness in dressing is appropriate in case of both visiting high-class restaurants and resting in the park. … Open

Travel guide to Laval
Fans of contemporary art should visit the art gallery Galerie D'art la Vieille Caserne, which is also located in a very visible historic building. In this gallery, there are paintings of talented local artists, executed in a variety of stylistic directions. In the gallery, you can admire works of art just like that and buy paintings you like at very attractive prices. Among the historical sites worth mentioning, … Open

Laval for children - what to visit
Parc De La Riviere Des Mille is no less picturesque. It is also suitable for tranquil walks and for outdoor activities. In the park, there is a beautiful lake on which you can ride a boat, and for many, a favorite entertainment is bird watching. In Laval ideal conditions for outdoor recreation have been created. Its picturesque parks will be pleasant to visit at any time of the year. The most beautiful and … Open

Shopping, streets and outlets
The city boasts many interesting specialty stores like Maison Habanera Cigars offering customers excellent cigars and tobacco accessories. This store occupies a beautiful historic building where the old natural wood decoration has been partially preserved. Various types of tobacco are presented in a low-ceiling hall where you can buy a great pipe or box for storing tobacco, as well as excellent coffee. Almost all … Open

Advices for travellers
4. Travelers who expect to use the services of local taxis should not forget to tip your drivers. The tip amount is usually 1-2 euros. 5. Thrifty tourists should definitely pay attention to local supermarkets and farm shops. Here you can buy not only regular products but also many rare delicacies. 6. The most expensive hotels, restaurants, and cafes are located in the city center. If you move at least 200 … Open
