FEDERATION DES SOCIETES ET JOUEURS DE BOULE DE FORT DE L’OUEST

:: the country of the ball of fort! It is a popular tradition of Anjou. So, enter one of the village circles. Go and see what's going on there. The department has more than 360 sports companies which have their federation (based in Mazé, so), their competitions and challenges… The ball of fort, here is a cultural institution! The goal of the game? Throw the ball gently on a curved track, preferably beaten. Méplate, that is, flattened on each side, traditionally made of wood and ringed iron, this ball weighs just over a kilo. Once launched, it will weigh from left to right to close closest - if the player is skilful - from the "master" (or "small", the equivalent of the jack). For players, the game, which is played in ten points, is most serious. She asks for address, concentration and patience. But it is also user friendly. Did you know? Wearing slippers is mandatory. You should not risk damaging the terrain! She often ends with a glass of wine, if that is the way it starts. Local friendliness and pride, you have been told!