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This beautiful building, listed as a Historic Monument, has been occupied by the town hall since 1987. It was the village presbytery for four and a half centuries. Its construction was the work of Jean de Pontoise, the village priest in the 16th century. Today, it is one of the finest examples of the Renaissance in Anjou. The façade facing the church, although some openings have been altered, still bears witness to this today. The dormer window framed by two columns topped with scrolls is characteristic of 16th-century art. Prominently displayed here is the coat of arms of Pope Alexander VI Borgia. Indeed, Jean de Pontoise's father was the famous pontiff's personal physician. Jean accompanied his father to Rome before returning to France and becoming the village priest. This reference proves that he has not forgotten the Pope's generosity. Inside, you can still admire a magnificent 16th century fireplace, whose painted mantelpiece also bears the Borgia coat of arms.

This former 16th-century presbytery - which currently houses the town hall of the "charming village" - bears witness, through its splendor, to the significant impact of the Renaissance in Anjou.

Ridge paths worth the detour

It is the only pass in Maine-et-Loire.

To be reached from Chalonnes station for a little difficulty...

Magnificent viewpoint.

https://www.wiki-anjou.fr/index.php/Ch%C3%A2teau_de_Saint-Offange

Old mill converted into a belvedere, with orientation table. We can thus contemplate a splendid 360° panorama of the Mauges plateau and the Layon valley.