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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Top 10 Things to do Good for Big Groups in Maine et Loire, Pays de la Loire
Discover the best top things to do in Maine et Loire, France including Manoir de Clairefontaine, Chateau d'Angers, Cave Museum, Village Troglodytique de Rochemenier, Musee Lurcat, Chateau de Brissac, Chateau du Plessis-Bourre, Musee des Blindes, La Mine Bleue, Terra Botanica, Chateau de Breze.
Restaurants in Maine et Loire
1. 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.
2. Chateau d'Angers
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,745 reviews
The apparent austerity of this shale and limestone fortress, which the young king Louis IX had built on the edge of his kingdom in the 13th century, contrasts with the tranquil grounds inside the castle walls and the pleasant residence of the Dukes of Anjou, composed of buildings constructed at the end of the Gothic era. To transform and embellish the castle into a more welcoming home for the Anjou court, terraces and gardens were laid out, galleries built and the gateway erected. The star attraction within the walls of the Château d’Angers is the Tapestry of the Apocalypse or woven in 1375. With its 104 metres in length, it is the largest medieval tapestry anywhere in the world. Open: > 2nd May to 4th September: from 9.30 a.m. to 6.30 p.m. > 5th September to 30th April: from 10 a.m. to 5.30 p.m. Last admission 45 minutes before closing time. Closed: > 1st January, 1st May and 25th December.
Reviewed By walterc2016 - Neston, United Kingdom
Whilst we had heard of the well known Bayeux tapestry it came as a complete surprise to discover the much larger Apocalypse Tapestry of Angers. Commissioned by Louis 1 Duke of Anjou in 1375 it is some 100 metres long and depicts scenes from the book of Revelations. It is housed within the Castle that itself is impressive and awe inspiring along with stunning gardens. It is a must visit if you are in the area.
3. Cave Museum, Village Troglodytique de Rochemenier
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 491 reviews
Located in Western France, between the Loire valley and the Atlantic coast, the Museum of th cave dwelling village of Rochemenier invites you to discover an underground world.
4. Musee Lurcat
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 309 reviews
Reviewed By AlbertSalichs - Manresa, Spain
Museé Lurçat is a wonderful museum of tapestries located in Angers, a town in Loire Region, in the North part of France. The museum has only a big room, where there are a lot of fantastic Contemporanean tapestries. Really, they are different to classical ones. So, you can see great compositions in (almost) all of them. I walked around the room two times, really I was awesome and I do not like very much tapestries, I prefer other kinds of art. A top in the city! and probably a number one museum of tapestries manufactured in 20th Century!
5. Chateau de Brissac
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,036 reviews
Brissac is among the most impressive of all the Loire Valley Castles ! It is nicknamed " The Giant of the Loire Valley" !! And it is the home of the 13th duke of Brissac. It treasures inside a beautiful collection of ancient paintings and fine furnitures . The visit also includes the discovery of a unique private theater dedicated to Opera by a duchess of Brissac in the late XIX th century . Visitors will enjoy a wine tasting in the cellars of the wines produced on the estate ( especially the Rose of Anjou ) A beautiful landscaped gardened park of 200 are invites visitors to stroll alongside 5 romantic "promenade" ...
Reviewed By AliceR2684 - London, United Kingdom
A lovely chateau to visit, with beautiful grounds. Well worth it. We were able to walk around the open parts of the chateau, whilst reading a written guide in English. The grounds were very well kept and it was extremely peaceful during our visit. A lovely place for a long or short walk.
6. Chateau du Plessis-Bourre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 318 reviews
Reviewed By NeedToSeeItAll - Perth, Australia
We had our wedding at the Chateau, and it was truly the wedding of fairy-tale dreams. The location is stunning, the building is magnificent, the staff were helpful and accommodating, and it was an easy and very reasonable hiring process. I am so surprised at how little attention this chateau gets compared with other better known ones around the area, as it boasts some really spectacular features like a complete moat and working drawbridge, and has the classic look of a romantic venue. Sensational!
7. Musee des Blindes
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4.5 based on 1,336 reviews
Reviewed By ianj776 - Usk, United Kingdom
Situated near Saumur in the Loire Valley is this superb display of armoured fighting vehicles, some in full working order including the formidable Tiger 2. there are some 300 vehicles on display -all under cover, well presented and maintained.
8. La Mine Bleue
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4.5 based on 186 reviews
Site unique en Europe, la Mine bleue vous propose un moment inoubliable à 126 mètres sous terre dans une authentique mine d’ardoise. En plein cœur de l’ancien site minier, la visite guidée dans les galeries et chambres d’extraction vous invite à un voyage insolite dans le passé pour découvrir l’origine de l’ardoise et ses techniques d’exploitation. En surface, dans la continuité de la visite, vous découvrirez les grandes étapes de confection d’une ardoise selon les méthodes d’autrefois. « Débiter », « querner », « fendre » et « rondir », sont autant de mots avec lesquels vous pourrez vous familiariser, démonstration à l’appui.
9. Terra Botanica
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,071 reviews
Reviewed By frana148 - Parthenay, France
Spent 6 hours exploring this park and covered most of it. The range of plants was impressive and loads were in flower which meant glorious colours. My friend and I are both keen gardeners so this was a delight. There are a lot of games areas, playgrounds and puzzles dotted around so younger children would have lots to do. The pedal boats and the dinosaur 4D film are fun for all ages, as is the balloon ride. I loved the butterfly house and the orchids were spectacular too. Lunch was good value and very tasty although on a crowded day I think the queue would probably be very long. Probably better to bring your own and use one of the picnic areas.
10. Chateau de Breze
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,227 reviews
Visit and guided tours of the chateau and grounds that have had castles since 1063. Open 10 - 6:00 pm (18H) everyday during spring and summer.
Reviewed By NeedToSeeItAll - Perth, Australia
We visited the chateau as a group of 40 travelling around central France. We had booked in to do wine tasting from the estate's production, and a self-guided visit of the chateau. It is an absolutely beautiful and impressive site with amazing history and great variety. The wines were varied, and some were quite impressive given how recently the business has been revitalised. Hopefully they can get back to their historic greatness as a truly exceptional producer.
