Top Things to do in Maine et Loire
Top Hotels in Maine et Loire
- 1. Hotel Anne d'Anjou, The Originals Collection
- 2. Demeure de la Vignole
- 3. Hotel Anne d'Anjou, The Originals Collection
- 4. Hotel Du Parc - Logis Elegance
- 5. Hotel Les Terrasses de Saumur Hotel & Spa
- 6. Appart'City Angers
- 7. Chateau de Chambiers
- 8. Hotel De Champagne
- 9. Fontevraud L'Hotel
- 10. Logis Du Cavier
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Things to do in Maine et Loire, Pays de la Loire: The Best Points of Interest & Landmarks
Discover the best top things to do in Maine et Loire, France including Stele des Sapeurs Pompiers, Manoir de Clairefontaine, Maison du Parc, La Tapisserie De L'Apocalypse, Chateau de Serrant, Collegiale Saint-Martin, Ancien Couvent de la Baumette, La Cave aux Sculptures, L’Abbaye Royale de Fontevraud, Le Sacre Coeur.
Restaurants in Maine et Loire
1. Stele des Sapeurs Pompiers
2. Manoir de Clairefontaine
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 163 reviews
Clairefontaine is an old barn (XII-XIVèmes centuries) of Cistercian monks transformed into a noble mansion by the late fourteenth century. It is located in a landscaped park with flower gardens and ponds. Many domestic animals live in Clairefontaine. The mansion, private and inhabited all year round, is fully furnished with furniture XV-XVII centuries eras. The interior tour of the mansion is only guided and lasts approximately a quarter past one. It takes place for individuals and groups all year round by appointement.
3. Maison du Parc
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 20 reviews
Have a break at the Park Center, in Montsoreau. A sensory scenography dedicated to landscapes’ history brings you to the edge of the Loire or in the forest at nightfall. Each year, discover a new thematic exhibition. Enjoy precious family moments thanks to animations. And ask for advices to prepare your stay or plan your trip. FREE ADMISSION
4. La Tapisserie De L'Apocalypse
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By sarahtamlac
The Apocolype tapestry is a must see if you are in or near Angers. The craftsmanship is just stunning, and the imagery is fascinating. An audio guide is definitely recommended; you can pause the commentary to give you longer to study the individual panels.
5. Chateau de Serrant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 416 reviews
6. Collegiale Saint-Martin
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 132 reviews
Located in the heart of the historic part of Angers, the Collegiate Church of Saint-Martin is one of France’s most well-preserved Carolingian monument. The Collegiate is considered a major building in the history of architecture in the West of France, and is now property of the Conseil général de Maine-et-Loire. After 20 years of restoration, the Church stands as a cultural and touristic must-see in Anjou.
7. Ancien Couvent de la Baumette
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 37 reviews
Fondé en 1452 par le Roi René et dédié à Ste Marie Madeleine, l'ancien couvent des Cordeliers est construit dans un rocher dominant la Maine, au sud d'Angers. On y découvre encore une grande chapelle du XVème, un cloître du XVIIIème, un ancien réfectoire orné de peintures murales et un exceptionnel aménagement de jardins en terrasses, taillés de main d'homme dans le schiste et agrémentés de sources er de bassins. Monument historique privé, ouvert de 10h à 18h chaque troisième dimanche de mai à octobre.
8. La Cave aux Sculptures
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 57 reviews
9. L’Abbaye Royale de Fontevraud
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,000 reviews
Founded in 1101 on the intersecting borders of three regions, Anjou, Touraine and Poitou, Fontevraud Abbey is the largest surviving monastic complex from the Middle Ages. At the heart of the Abbey Church, the reclining effigies of Eleanor of Aquitaine, Henry II and Richard the Lionheart are a reminder of its close links with the Plantagenet kings. Converted into a prison between 1804 and 1963, then in 2000 designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site along with the Loire Valley, Fontevraud lives and breathes heritage, culture, the art of living and tradition of hospitality, continuing to embody its founder's vision of an "ideal city".
Reviewed By bebsaurus_13 - Paris, France
We visited the monumental and historically fascinating Abbey to start our trip in the Loire Valley and it was a great introduction to the region. The building, having survived many tumultous periods and some massive transformations (including its stint as a prison for nearly 100 years), has been beautifully restored and looks gorgeous. There are clear and interesting explanations in each room, and several interactive screens that told more precise stories related to the Abbey - such as Alineor of Aquitaine's history - that kept our visit moving and also provided a lot of context for the other sites we visited later in our trip. Furthermore, there are a number of temporary exhibits in some of the Abbey rooms that were excellent. I especially appreciated the exhibit on modern church windows, and the curious but mesmerising light installation in the great hall. The grounds are also quite nice to visit, but the rain put us off from spending too much time there. This is a wonderful site and is really worth the stop.
10. Le Sacre Coeur
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 102 reviews
Reviewed By E8580YHcarolw
We visited Le Sacre Coeur on a rainy cold evening and were enthralled with it's beauty and peaceful feeling inside and out. The view of Paris from the top of the hill is breathtaking. There was no cost to get inside.
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