Maine-et-Loire Travel Guide

Pays de la Loire

A historic European town square with ornate buildings, a statue, and vibrant flower beds.
A cobblestone street lined with half-timbered buildings, outdoor cafes with red chairs, and a variety of shops and restaurants.
A historic building with ornate architecture, a wrought iron fence, and a clear blue sky.
A street with historic European architecture, storefronts, and a clear blue sky.
A garden with a metal archway and blooming pink flowers.

Popular cities in Maine-et-Loire

A historic church with a tall spire, a statue in the foreground, and outdoor seating at a café.
Angers
Known for Historical, Universities and Art
Castles, museums and churches generate a rustic ambiance in this charming French city filled with culture, history and the arts.

Reasons to visit

  • Château d'Angers
  • Angers Cathedral
  • Place du Ralliement
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A historic château with a formal garden, surrounded by trees and a hilly landscape.
Saumur
Known for Castle, Wineries and Cheese
The pristine Loire River is central to the town’s charm and elegance while the background is dominated by the imposing shape of a truly breathtaking château.

Reasons to visit

  • Château de Saumur
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An aerial view of a densely built urban area with a prominent cathedral and a large open square.
Cholet
Known for Coffee, Cathedrals and Natural parks
Escape to Cholet! Enjoy its parks, golf and coffee.
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A historic courtyard with a large building featuring multiple windows and a cobblestone ground.
Fontevraud-l'Abbaye
Known for Small town, Relaxing and Luxury
Get away to quaint Fontevraud-l'Abbaye! Enjoy the gardens, culture and history.
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An ancient stone structure with large rock formations and a partially collapsed wall.
Gennes-Val-de-Loire
Known for Dining and Rivers
Experience Gennes-Val-de-Loire: its riverfront, dining and more!
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A river with a bridge, houses, and greenery.
Les Ponts-de-Ce
Known for Friendly people
Explore attractions like Loire-Anjou-Touraine Regional Natural Park and Centre Culturel Vincent Malandrin as you discover things to see and do in Les Ponts-de-Ce.
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A historic city with a river, a bridge, and a castle with conical towers.
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Château de Saumur

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Château de Saumur is just one of the places to see in Saumur, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
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