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Saumur

A town of character and traditions

SAUMUR is a magnificent town of character, with its lights changing with the seasons and following the mood of the LOIRE, a majestic river with a seemingly tranquil force whose banks are the ideal setting for photography enthusiasts who delight in the magnificent landscapes.

While on your family vacation in Anjou, exploring the wine route or the Loire by bike, Saumur, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, reveals its charms:

Its picturesque cobbled squares
Its historic pedestrian streets
Its elegant castle overlooking the town from its rocky peak
Its vineyards
Its prestigious Cadre Noir and its events: Galas and equestrian competitions
Its town hall, completely renovated in 2023
Its theater
Its armored vehicle museum and soon a casino...

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The ACKERMAN House

A must-see during your stay at the hotel in Saumur.
Discover the troglodyte caves, an extraordinary journey! The town of Saumur and its surrounding area are home to some very beautiful caves.

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The Combier Distillery

The oldest distillery in the Loire Valley still in operation opens its doors to visitors. Founded in 1834 by Jean-Baptiste Combier, the house was originally a jam and candy store.

Today, it remains internationally renowned for its liqueurs, absinthes, syrups, and creams. A visit to downtown Saumur is not to be missed.

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Combi tours

Visit the unusual places of Saumur Val de Loire aboard a Combi and immerse yourself in a Vintage atmosphere: an excursion full of surprises guaranteed!

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Cruises on the Loire

Treat yourself to a boat trip to discover Saumur, the Loire and its sandbanks.

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The Bio Park

In Anjou, near Angers and Saumur, 2,000 animals have found an exceptional natural setting at the Bioparc, dedicated to the protection of endangered species.

image The Tank Museum

The Tank Museum

The Tank Museum has a unique collection of nearly 800 tanks and military vehicles, 250 of which are on display in this museum.

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Terrabotanica Park

Located 66 km from the hotel.
In Angers, Terra Botanica reveals the secrets and history of plants. The first plant park in Europe, it offers fun and botanical discoveries for young and old.

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Anjou Vintage Bike

Don't wait any longer and let yourself be tempted by this unique adventure. From June 27 to 29, 2025 : Get out your vintage bikes and retro outfits.

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Fontevrault Abbey

Fontevraud is a place steeped in history and emotion, where each stone tells a story of France's thousand-year-old history.

image The GRATIEN & MEYER house

The GRATIEN & MEYER house

With the view of the luminous Valley of the Kings as a backdrop, the Maison Gratien & Meyer has majestically overlooked the Loire since 1864.

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The tapped apples

In the midst of an authentic and astonishing setting, come and discover the history of potatoes grown in galleries entirely dug into the cliff and nestled in the hillside.

Saumur

Château ! Par André Manoukian au château de Saumur • ©France télévisions

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