Visits & Heritage

Castles & Heritage

The Loire Valley offers an exceptional historical and cultural heritage. Visit the châteaux of the Loire, our royal abbey and the museums of Anjou. Discover the equestrian traditions during a visit or a show at the Cadre Noir in Saumur. Get away from it all!

Our discovery ideas

Cadre Noir

Royal Abbey of Fontevraud

Angers Museum of Fine Arts

Château de Saumur

Château d'Angers

Château de Brézé

Villandry castle and garden (1 hour)

Montreuil Bellay Castle

Chenonceau Castle (1 h30)

Chambord Castle (2 h)

Museums & visits

For young and old alike, the region offers many opportunities for unusual discoveries, where nature will always be present.

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Terra Botanica in Angers

Doué la Fontaine Biopark Zoo

Eastern Park of Maulévrier

Mushroom Museum in Saumur

Saumur Armoured Museum

Monks' cellar

Stone and Light

Wren

Troglodyte dwellings and caves are scattered throughout our territory. A true art of living, this underground world carved out by man will surprise you!

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The mystery of the Faluns

Rochemenier Museum

The Loire

Majestic and sometimes capricious, the Loire winds its way through the villages of the region. Aboard a toue or a gabare, you will discover the riches of this emblematic river.

Our discovery ideas

Dreams of the Loire and elsewhere

Loire Odyssey