
Le Puy du Fou en Vendée
The region of Montsoreau
The region is full of surprises, the Châteaux and their tales, the Loire and its mysteries, the vinicultures and their secrets.
You’ll return to relive the charming experience that is Saumur and its region, a single visit is never enough to take in all that it has to offer.
The Châteaux of the Loire :
Saumur is a great starting point to visit some of the best known châteaux, rare pearls upon which we can advise you.
The Vineyards :
Among the hundreds of winemakers who respect the most traditional aspects of the art, around the market or over a coffee you will most probably meet a lover of his profession who might well take you to visit his troglodytic caves to taste his wine accompanied with a regional speciality, “rillets” and a slice of country bread.
The famous Cadre Noir of Saumur :
The celebrated national horse riding school. One and all will be marvelled by this original tourist attraction in the heart of the Loire valley.
The troglodytic dwellings :
Of an exceptional architecture forgotten by time, have recently, once again become a much sought after rarity, some of which are open to visitors.
The mushroom caves :
In an afternoon you will more than likely visit one of theses immense establishments where the famous “champignons de paris”, paris mushrooms (from the Loire valley), followed by an irresistible local recipe, accompanied by a locally produced wine of course.
The Zoo at Doué la Fontaine :
In the heart of the Loire Valley and the regional natural park, near to Saumur, Angers, Cholet, the zoo welcomes you in a troglodytic site unique in Europe.
Gastronomy :
You are surrounded by a illustrious territories, vineyards of Saumur Champigny, Chinon, Bourgueil, the wines of Anjou. Let yourself go and discover your pallet.