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This monument commemorates the Halifax V of the British 138th Squadron, registration LL289 NF-P, shot down by flak at Saumur on its return from a mission to drop weapons for the French Resistance on the night of June 1-2, 1944. Of the seven members of the British-Australian crew, five were killed instantly and buried in the Longuée cemetery. The two survivors were taken prisoner by the Germans and were liberated in August 1944 and April 1945, respectively. See more at: https://francecrashes39-45.net/page_fiche_av.php?id=535 https://www.aerosteles.net/stelefr-longue-halifax

A stop is essential at this location on the loop between Saumur and Gennes, beautiful setting and view of the Loire.

Gennes-Saumur-Les Rodiers sur Loire 40 km. Nice to do

The fortified building, built in the 16th century on the banks of the Loire, probably on the foundations of a pre-existing structure, was an integral part of the city's fortifications. This building has served as the city's administrative building since 1508, when Guillaume Bourneau, Sieur de Montaglan, Lieutenant General in Saumur, took office. Between 1856 and 1862, the building was expanded with a wing in the Neo-Gothic style, fashionable in the 19th century, designed by the architect Charles Joly-Leterme.

The first stone was laid on 20 June 1864. As an architect with eclectic tastes, Joly-Leterme was inspired by the style of the Louis XVI period, which was contemporary with the hall he replaced. He borrowed in particular from the neoclassical colonnades of the Grand Théâtre de Bordeaux and the Madeleine in Paris. On the left, the colonnade overlooking the Loire has a rather successful disappearing effect; the monument is not rectangular, but narrows towards the east. The hall opens onto the Place de la Bilange, which it dominates with its monumental proportions. The eastern façade, dedicated to the musicians and the entrance for the artists, has a more intimate appearance. It is narrower, with five instead of seven arches. This façade has often changed in appearance. The hall is in the "Italian style", a type of hall that was fashionable during the Second Empire. Large reception areas are planned: a grand staircase overlooking the Place de la Bilange, a spacious foyer on the first floor, a wide peristyle accessible to all, and galleries on the upper floor providing access to numerous rooms. In the middle, the concert hall is reduced to a small, high space. The stage, of good dimensions, has been rebuilt several times. The red-gold tones of the hall, restored in 1963, have come to life. Source: https://www.ville-saumur.fr/patrimoine-architectural/le-theatre-2

Jeanne de Laval undoubtedly left her mark on the inhabitants of the Valley. For example, on 2 May 1471, she granted the inhabitants of the county of Beaufort, to which the parish of "Rouziers" belonged, the privilege of grazing their herds from the moment the first grass was cut for the king. To honour Jeanne de Laval, the municipal council decided to erect a statue in her honour in 1873. The statue is made of white marble from the Pyrenees. Triggered? Come and read the full story at Jeanne's feet. More information can be found on the information panel on site.

At this location, various works of art are displayed. To look at and fun to compare the works of art.

The church of Notre-Dame des Rosiers-sur-Loire, of medieval origin, is particularly distinguished by its bell tower rebuilt during the Renaissance, the work of the Angevin architect Jean de L'Épine. At the top, a gallery offers a breathtaking view of the Loire and the Authion valley. The atypical plan of the church, the nave and the choir form a rectangle in the shape of an inverted boat. Source: https://www.ot-saumur.fr/fr/abbayes-en-religious-heritage/Notre-Dame-Church-5372134/