Maine et Loire / Anjou
The horsemen of the Cadre Noir in Saumur, the beautiful Loire valley, and the Royal Abbey at Fontevraud with its Plantagenet tombs are just some of the delights that attract visitors to the Maine-et-Loire. The historical towns of Angers and Saumur are overflowing with churches, castles and museums and serve as a great base for exploring the region.
Here you'll see rows of vineyards and sunflowers which get you in the mood for wine-tasting. Almost every wine imaginable is produced here from just two varieties of grape, so take your pick!
To the east and west of Saumur you'll find impressive troglodyte dwellings which are generally used today for storing wine or growing mushrooms.
