Discover Angers
Make the most of your holiday rental to visit Angers and its highlights
Take advantage of your holiday rental to visit Angers and its must-sees
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Midway between Tours and Nantes, the town of Angers is an ideal destination for a city-trip combining heritage, gastronomy and nature. For a day, a weekend or a longer stay, discover Angers! Our selection of Gîtes de France accommodations, located in the cœur of Angers or à proximité, will allow you to better décover the city during your séjour à Angers. Citybreak, gîte, hébergement insolite or rather chambre d'hôtes, you're bound to find a rental to suit your taste, for a great day out in Anjou. Come and explore the narrow streets of the old town, where you'll find half-timbered houses and private homes that trace the town's development through the centuries. Discover the castle-fortress housing the famous Apocalypse Tenture, the Saint-Martin art gallery, the Fine Arts museum and the David d'Angers gallery... all these places that are the pride of Angevins. Not forgetting the parks and gardens, ideal for a green and flowery break.
Restrict your Angers City Pass according to the length of your stay and take advantage of cultural visits and sites, as well as discounts on the purchase of local specialities and products, and numerous advantages: - 2h free on-street parking for every 2h paid for Information and bookings on the Destination Angers website |
The little tip: Découvrir les incontournables d'Angers en 24h, 48h ou 72h grâce au Angers City PassLes lieux à découvrir lors de votre séjour à Angers:
Le Château d’Angers
With its enclosure over 500m long and its 17 two-tone towers made of slate and tufa, the château d’Angers, overlooking the Maine River, is a unique site not to be missed ! Enter via the drawbridge and discover the interior of the fortress, the gardens and the famous Apocalypse Hanging, a masterpiece of medieval art.Just a stone's throw from the entrance to the Chateau du Roi René let yourself be charmed by the Promenade du bout du monde and its breathtaking views over the city by day and night.
.La Maison des Vins
In this beautiful wine region, a stop (just opposite the château) à la Maison des Vins is’imposing ! You'll be greeted with a smile by wine professionals who'll be delighted to pass on their advice and knowledge. You'll be able to taste a multitude of Anjou and Saumur wines (dry or sweet whites, dry or soft rosés, characterful reds and fine bubbles): in Anjou there's something for every taste!
The Fine Arts Museum
Installed in the Logis Barrault, the Musée des Beaux-arts offers 3000m&² of exhibition space through two routes : Beaux-Arts and Histoire d’Angers. It also has an auditorium, a bookshop and a cafe. A rich and varied cultural programme (lectures, live performances, dance, children's activities, etc.) will enable you to learn about œuvres in a different way !
La collégiale Saint-Martin
La collégiale Saint-Martin is one of the best-preserved Carolingian monuments in France. Visit the site with your family or friends, following the fun trails and solve the riddles of the collegiate church! Throughout the summer, the collégiale offers workshops, guided tours and themed tours, including Les Nuits de la Collégiale. The collégiale also takes part in local and national highlights, such as the Premiers plans festival, Heritage Days, Nuit des Musées, etc...
The House of Adam
Continue your tour of Angers as you wander through the city's mysterious cobbled streets and take time to stop in front of the Maison d'Adam, one of the most beautiful timber-framed houses in Angers. Raise your head, let your gaze wander and observe the various wooden sculptures that adorn the façade.
The plant garden
Extend your leisurely stroll to the Jardin des Plantes. Set in 4 hectares of greenery, the Jardin des Plantes is an ideal place to spend a relaxing moment. You'll find paths, waterfalls, statues and ancient trees. 70 QR codes have been scattered around the Jardin des Plantes to help you discover these remarkable trees.
La Doutre
Go across the bridge and wander through the quiet lanes with old stonework and half-timbered housesà! This district is known as La Doutre, which, as its name suggests, is on the other side of the river Maine. Take a stroll along the banks of the Maine and the Port de la Savatte. In a pleasant setting, on a terrace in the sun or on the banks of the river, you can take the time to enjoy the view over the Maine and the chateau. The port is also the starting point for a host of activities, including the Loire tour, boat hire and river cruises.
Terra Botanica
Terra Botanica, is Europe's first theme park dedicated entirely to plants. Take a 12-hour tour and explore the 500,000 vehicles from every continent. It's a unique and fun experience, punctuated by some forty activities and attractions to share with family and friends! You'll have the chance to walk through the treetops in a walnut shell, take off in a tethered balloon 150m above the park, or experience a dynamic adventure with a 4D film... Throughout the year, Terra Botanica undergoes a metamorphosis: new flowers, new colours and new smells are brought to life through a series of events, giving you the chance to discover and rediscover the park from different angles. Terra Botanica is 15 minutes from Angers city centre and 1 hour from Saumur and Cholet. The park has a large free car park, a car garage, several restaurants and a large picnic area in the shade at the entrance to the park. It is also possible to come by public transport, with a tram/bus stop a 15min walk from the entrance.
Some major events à not to be missed à Angers:
Le Festival Premiers Plans, Les Accroche-Cœurs, Le Festival d'Anjou, Tempo Rives, Food'Angers, ...
Also take advantage of the visits à faire around Angers:
Le château du Plessis Bourré
Situated in the middle of a moat, halfway between a fortress and a fairytale castle, the Chateau du Plessis Bourrousse combines medieval architecture with Renaissance decor. It has also been used as a cinema backdrop for the films Peau d’Âne, Le Bossu and La Princesse de Montpensier. Cross the drawbridge, and you can then explore the guards' room, the library, the courtroom, the museum and the dungeon alley.
The Cointreau Distillery
Located in Saint-Barthélemy-d'Anjou, near Angers, come and visit the production site of the famous Anjou liqueur and discover the secrets of the best cocktails. Take in the sights and sounds of the copper stills and the scent of orange peel... a multi-sensory tour. Don't forget to push open the doors of the bar at the end of the tour, to learn, the art of the cocktail according to the House of Cointreau.
Le château de Serrant
Classed 3* in the Michelin Guide for its collections of furniture and objets d'art, the château de Serrant, located around twenty minutes from Angers, is well worth a visit. This jewel of the Renaissance houses a library of 12,000 books.
Vineyards, wine cellars, châteaux, villages on the banks of the Loire, troglodytes...
You can find all these places of interest and many more as you explore the city of Angers.