11 November 2024 | Nature , Tourism, Pure France
Holidays in the national park of Loire-Anjou-Touraine
The Loire-Anjou-Touraine regional natural park is located in the heart of the Loire valley and is an unmissable place for lovers of nature and history. This park extends over more than 270,000 hectares, between Angers and Tours and offers an impressive diversity of landscapes of fauna and flora, all in a historic setting marked by the numerous castles of the Loire.
Cultural and natural heritage
Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Loire Valley is a unique site where nature and culture coexist in harmony. The Loire-Anjou-Touraine park is crossed by the Loire, the last wild river in Europe which sculpts varied landscapes with forests, meadows, vineyards. This natural setting is dotted with castles, manors and churches testifying to the history of the region.
Visitors can explore emblematic places such as Fontevraud Abbey, one of the largest monastic complexes in Europe, or the Château de Saumur, perched on a hill and offering breathtaking views of the Loire. For wine lovers, the park is a place to discover the region's famous vineyards, notably Saumur and Chinon.
Outdoor activities for all tastes
The Loire-Anjou-Touraine park offers a multitude of outdoor activities for young and old. Hikers will find varied trails, suitable for all levels, allowing them to discover the richness of local biodiversity.
For lovers of walks, cycling, canoeing, you will find routes for all tastes and desires. The Loire offers the possibility of taking boat cruises, for a peaceful and immersive experience along the water.
Observations in the park allow you to admire the local fauna and birds that populate the banks of the Loire, for an immersive experience with naturalist guides who offer outings to discover the different animal and plant species. Staying around the Loire-Anjou-Touraine park
The Château de la Loire - Candes-Saint-Martin, Indre-et-Loire, Center-Val de Loire Located in a magnificent private estate offering breathtaking views of the river, the castle offers a superb living space made up of seven bedrooms, all equipped with large double beds (or single beds) and a bathroom or shower room. following. The Château de la Loire has 7 rooms | 7 bathrooms | 14 beds
The Little House of Artists - Saumur Beautiful renovated garden house set in the grounds of an impressive 18th century manor house. All facilities are for the exclusive use of tenants, including a large garden and a 10m x 5m private heated swimming pool. This small holiday home has 1 bedroom | 1 bathroom | 2 beds
The Little Blue House - Montsoreau
This charming 60 m² stone house is located in the heart of the picturesque village of Montsoreau, on the banks of the Loire. This small house has 1 bedroom | 1 bathroom | 2 beds
The Château de la Ronde - Vivy, Maine-et-Loire
Pretty castle 10 minutes from Saumur. The ground floor opens onto 5,000m² of private lawned gardens and a large circular swimming pool (6.5m diameter) for the private and exclusive use of holidaymakers. Majestic driveway also for exclusive use. This magnificent castle has 5 bedrooms | 5 bathrooms | 6 beds