49400 Saumur
A route as close as possible to the last wild river in Europe, in the heart of the Loire-Anjou-Touraine Regional Natural Park and the Loire Valley, classified as a World Heritage Site by Unesco.
Small Towns of Character, splendid religious buildings (welcoming churches, old abbey, priories), Gallo-Roman remains, mansions and beautiful tufa houses, embarkation points for traditional boat trips... A "nature and heritage" section where many stops are necessary...
BREAKS - DISCOVERY
-Saumur
With its exceptional heritage, the fame of the Black Frame and the vineyard, Saumur, city of art and history, is a privileged tourist destination which knows how to offer rich encounters and unusual discoveries in a preserved environment. Classified as a "tourist resort", its equestrian tradition and its Loire heritage give it a double listing as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Saint-Hilaire - Saint-Florent
Commune associated with Saumur, Saint-Hilaire-Saint-Florent stretches on the left bank of the Thouet, along a hillside pierced by numerous cellars. In the XNUMXth century, the installation of large Saumur Brut production houses contributed to the development of the town. Nowadays, Saint-Hilaire-Saint-Florent also hosts activities related to the world of horse riding: equestrian centers, saddlers, bootmakers, dressage school... Not to mention the French Horse Institute where the prestigious Cadre Noir de Saumur officiates. .
- Chênehutte-Trèves-Cunault
Located on the banks of the Loire, Chênehutte-Trêves-Cunault was born from the progressive association of three villages and several hamlets. The town is rich in tourist assets which earned it the label "Charming Village" and "Small City of Character".
- Genna
The spiers of the Saint-Eusèbe church dominate the Loire landscape while the Milly forest surrounds the town. Between the banks of the Loire and the wooded hillside, the natural riches associated with the historical heritage make this capital of the canton an essential tourist stopover. Hiking or cycling is the ideal way to discover the megaliths, the Gallo-Roman amphitheater, the Memorial of the Cadets of Saumur but also the preserved biotopes of the Joreau pond.
- Le Thoureil
On the south bank of the Loire, the village stretches, between coves and hillsides, its beautiful tufa houses and its traditional boats. Le Thoureil has a rich historical and architectural heritage which has earned it the Small City of Character label. It is an emblematic Loire Valley landscape listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Saint-Remy-la-Varenne
Discover in the heart of this charming village, a Benedictine Priory and a "welcoming church".
The Loire by bike / Saumur - Saint-Rémy-la-Varenne route
- Shops, all year round: Saumur, Saint-Hilaire - Saint-Florent, Gennes, Saint-Rémy-la-Varenne
- Tobacco press: Saumur, Saint-Hilaire - Saint-Florent, Gennes, Saint-Rémy-la-Varenne
- Markets: Saumur (Wednesday to Sunday), Gennes (Tuesday), Saint-Hilaire - Saint-Florent (Wednesday), Chênehutte (Friday)
- Pharmacy: Saumur, Saint-Hilaire - Saint-Florent, Gennes
- Bike rental: Saumur, Distré, Gennes
- Bike repair: Saumur, Distré, Gennes
- Bike stop area: Saumur, Chênehutte
- Station: Saumur
- Anjou Bus: line 17 (Saumur-Angers via left bank)
- ATMs: Saumur, Saint-Hilaire - Saint-Florent, Gennes
- Free wifi access: Saumur Tourist Office hotspot + Saumurr SNCF station and Saumur SNCF station
Fancy a weekend alone, as a couple or with family? You want to please and gift an unusual and enticing stay? Don't hesitate any longer and book or gift one of our Destination Saumur Val de Loire weekends and stays.
Are you more into castles or troglodytes? Animal parks or parks and gardens? Cruises on the Loire or a ride on the touristic train?
We offer you a wide choice of tickets at reduced prices for visits or activities! We also offer the ticket office for many events in the area.
Match your accommodation to your stay! Saumur Val de Loire is an infinite range of accommodation (or almost) to get settled in the place that really suits you...
Travelers or locals of the region, you can find a wide selection of articles: posters, souvenirs, guides, gourmet products, etc.
For more choice, go directly to our gift shops.
