Attractions in Maine-et-Loire

The Château de Montsoreau has been immortalized many times, notably by Alexandre Dumas in his novel La Dame de Monsoreau, written between 1845 and 1846.

Above all, since 2016 Montsoreau … read more

Gravel path in the forest, well shaded, along the Loire. The coating is passable by all bikes, except perhaps road bikes or after heavy rains. The surroundings are very calm and pleasant.

The great citadel is protected by 17 towers joined by mighty ramparts. The walls extend for almost 500 meters.
 
The castle houses the tapestry of the Apocalypse. A 103-meter-long tapestry, … read more

To build the beautiful houses of the area here lard was mined. Many people lived in the caves until 1935. Today, the caves are restored and there are many cafes, bed and breakfasts and various art shops.

Saumur castle was built from the 10th century on Renaissance and Medieval styles. The visit includes the interior of the castle, artistic collections as well as the gardens and the … read more

Fontevraud Abbey is a unique place of culture! The building is huge and houses a very beautiful permanent collection where you will see, among other things, the very moving tombstones … read more

The town of Le Thoureil is home to a small port welcoming traditional wooden sailing boats.
Le Thoureil also has megalithic sites on its territory, including dolmens and menhirs.

On a tour on such a long and wide river, like the Loire, you will always drive over spectacular bridges. Many of the bridges are very old and bear witness … read more

A ferry designed for pedestrians and cyclists, on the Loire by bike route, ideal for crossing the Authion and joining beautiful car-free paths allowing access to Trélazé and Angers in … read more

This historic and picturesque town boasts the Château de Montreuil-Bellay, first built on the site of what was the Gallo-Roman village high on a hill on the banks of the … read more

The Royal Abbey of Our Lady of Fontevraud or Fontevrault (in French: abbaye de Fontevraud) is a complex of religious buildings hosting a cultural centre since 1975, the Centre Culturel … read more

This is well-known riding stud and school just outside Lion d'Angers. History from its website below:

Located in Angers since 1797 near the current station, the National Stud has continued … read more

Very beautiful architectural ensemble with a nice view overlooking the Loire. This should be earned because the climb up the Grande Rue (which is actually quite narrow) warms the calves. Apparently no water point in the square, it's a shame. read more

Located on a promontory on the left bank of the Loire, the old town dominates the river, giving it a remarkable view of the valley and the surrounding area.

Several … read more

The Ancenis suspension bridge, officially called the Bretagne-Anjou bridge and sometimes called the Anjou-Bretagne bridge1, is a bridge that crosses the Loire at Ancenis-Saint-Géréon (Loire-Atlantique) on the north bank, to … read more

This passage over a bridge in this valley dug by the Sèvre Nantaise is located at the exact confluence of the 3 municipalities and departments each representing one of the … read more

Cunault Church was part of the Abbey founded in 847AD by the Benedictine monks of Noirmoutier after they fled the Norman invasions.

In 862AD, further incursions forced the monks to … read more

The Loire is the longest river in France. With a length of 1,012 kilometres (629 mi), it drains an area of 117,054 km2 (45,195 sq mi), or more than a … read more

Go to the pond for an afternoon relaxing with the family thanks to the picnic areas, fishing parties etc ...

Around the Etang de Joreau, you can walk through woods. … read more

The path along the levee has been reworked on certain sections, including this one, which runs along the horse meadow of the equestrian center. A magnificent place, with picnic spots and even bivouac spots.