SPIRAL des Sables
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SPIRAL des Sables

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Discover the cultivation of spirulina at SpirAL des Sables in Varennes-sur-Loire, 10 minutes from Saumur.

Amandine, agro-food technician and agronomist passionate about aquatic cultures, invites you to discover the cultivation of spirulina (a blue-green micro-algae or cyanobacterium) directly at the SpirAL des Sables farm.

Spirulina has many benefits on our body, it is the most complete food after breast milk. The first evidence of consumption of this nutritional treasure dates back to antiquity among the Aztecs.

Spiral des Sables spirulina is grown in Anjou, near Saumur, in Varennes-sur-Loire. It grows in fresh, warm and alkaline water, in basins protected from the elements by a greenhouse.

It is a seasonal culture because the beauty needs heat and sun; it is harvested from April to October. Production of peasant spirulina, 100% French, 100% superfood, 100% well-being.

Video

Duration:

From: 01 / 10 / 24 To: 20 / 12 / 24
  • Monday :
    closed
  • Tuesday :
    closed
  • Wednesday :
    closed
  • Thursday :
    closed
  • Friday :
    from 14:00 PM til 16PM
  • On Saturday:
    closed
  • Sunday:
    closed

Outside of this slot, it is possible to make an appointment at 0601794592 or by email spiraldessables@gmail.com

Admission fees

Free visit.

  • Payment Methods: Bank/credit card, Cheque, Cash, Transfer, Online payment

Pratical information

Working Languages
  • French
  • English
Product Type
  • Beekeeping products
  • Flowers, plants and derived products
  • Chocolat
  • Biscuits and confectionery
  • Soft drink
  • Spirulina
Services Marketing method
  • Sale at the property
  • Shipped to your door
  • Online Shop
  • Drive service
Customer assistance / transport
  • Drop off on site for groups
Customer support / practice
  • Tourist information
Visit
  • Free visits
  • Guided tours
Equipments Interior equipment
  • Toilets
Parking
  • Parking
  • Private parking lot
  • Free parking
  • Cycling Parking
Eco-responsible approach
  • Sustainable development equipment
  • Management of waste
Exteriors
  • Independent entrance

Come and discover a farm with ecological practices, cultivating and drying a healthy food for the body and the planet. You can come by bike from Saumur.

Adapted tourism criteria
  • Wheelchair accessible with assistance
  • Accessible entrance
  • Ramp

Contact information

6 rue des sables
49730 Varennes-sur-Loire