Abbaye Royal de Fontevraud: Once one of the largest monastic complexes in Europe - see nine centuries of history. Open all year round at Fontevraud l'Abbaye (49) for guided or unacompanied tours.
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Air Magic Loire Valley: Air magic is a ballooning company based in Sache (37). Offers balloon tours in the Loire Valley in their range of "montgolfiere". Covers the Loire and the complete valley experience can be yours, from the sky.
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Amphitheatre Gallo-Roman: Amphitheatre Gallo-Roman at Avenue de l'Amphitheatre, Gennes. The amphitheatre, with its 500-spectator capacity, is proof of the importance of the site.
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Tel: 02 41 51 55 04 Fax: 02 41 51 83 48

Cave aux Sarcophages: Visit these ancient undergound caves where sarcophagi were constructed. Open 1 June to 1 October every day 14:00-19:00 at 1 rue Croix Mordret, Doue-la-Fontaine.
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Tel: 02 41 59 24 95 

Cave Vivante de Champignon: Underground caves where a wide variety of mushrooms are grown. Guided tours - English spoken.
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Tel: 02 41 40 36 47 Fax: 02 41 38 87 14

Caves Louis de Grenelle: The wine estate is made up of two chateaux, one dating back to the 11th century. Red and whites in both sparkling and still range from local grape varieties. Has tours in English, contact or check web site. Based at 20 rue Marceau, Saumur (49).
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Send an e-mail Tel: 02 41 50 17 63 Fax: 02 41 50 83 65

Chateau d'Angers: The Chateau of the Counts of Anjou is surrounded by a fortress constructed by Saint Louis. It houses the huge wall-hanging of the Apocolypse. A visit is enhanced by the Bout-du-Monde gardens.
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Tel: 02 41 86 48 77 Fax: 02 41 87 17 50

Chateau de Breze: Tour a chateau that is listed as a historical monument with it being build in 1060, and subsequently renovated over the centuries, up to 1948. Caves and halls with history enveloping you. Has a wine estate attached - see Vineyards & Wine Tasting.
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Chateau de Brissac: Chateau de Brissac is home to the 13th Duke of Brissac. A private chateau with suites per night and tours of the chateau and it's ground. Situated in Brissac (49) between Angers and Saumur on the left bank of the Loire.
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Send an e-mail Tel: 02 41 91 22 21 Fax: 02 41 91 25 60

Chateau de Montreuil-Bellay: The fortress built by Foulques Nerra, has moats, and fortified ramparts, gothic cellar, kitchen with a central fireplace. Many rooms with XV11 and XV111 century furniture.
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Send an e-mail Tel: 02 41 52 33 06 Fax: 02 41 52 37 70

Chateau de Plessis-Bourre: A chateau open to the public for tours in groups and used for gatherings, weddings receptions, seminars and other outings. Has no on site accommodation. Can organise anything for your party or company event. In the town of Ecuille (49).
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Tel: 02 41 32 06 01 Fax: 02 41 32 06 01

Chateau Montgeoffroy: Visit this chateau at Maze, 49630 Beaufort-en-Vallee. Built in 1775 it is a good example of French 18th centuary architecture and taste.
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Chateau Montsoreau: Chateau Montsoreau can be found in Montsoreau (49). This village has been awarded 2 labels: “Village de charme” & “Plus beau village de France”. It has a troglodyte village and known for it's flora and fauna.
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Chateaux de la Loire.com: This is a private site of a Guide and Interpreter who knows the region well and offers guided visits of the Chateaux de la Loire. Site in English with good info as well.
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Chemins de la Rose: Les Chemins de la Rose is a 4 hectares landscaped floral park in the heart of the Loire Valley with over 1,300 varieties of roses. Visit the park and then shop for roses, teas and rose bonbons. Parc de Courcilpleu, Route de Cholet, Doue la Fontaine (49).
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Collegiate Church Le Puy-Notre-Dame: Collegiate Church Le Puy-Notre-Dame in Le Puy-Notre-Dame, is illuminated, lighting the sky as in the time when pilgrims came to worship Sainte Ceinture of the Virgin. Completed in the 13th century, it has an Angevin vault and lofty naves.
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Tel: 02 41 38 87 30 Fax: 02 41 38 89 99

Discover France - Cycling Tours: Discover France offers a unique selection of cycling tours and holidays throughout the Loire Valley and throughout France.
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Dolmen of Bagneux: The Dolmen of Bagneux is situated at Rue du Dolmen, Bagneux, Saumur. Visits June to December 09:00-19:00. This is the largest Dolmen in Europe, of neolithic origin.
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Tel: 02 41 50 23 02 Fax: 02 41 50 54 26

Doue Zoo: The Zoo can be found on the Route de Cholet, in Doue la Fontaine (49). Open all days from the Beginning of the February holidays to the End of the All Saints holidays, French dates of course. Complete range of animals and projects.
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Ecurie De Pegase: Riding centre offering a wide range of activities for young and old: official programs, competitions, courses, hacks and randos. Accommodation available. Based in Descartes (37).
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Send an e-mail Tel: 02 47 59 85 67 Fax: 02 47 59 85 67

Holly Park: Lots of rides. Bumper boats, roller coaster, dodgems, train. Cafe and restaurant. Picnic areas. Free parking. 4km from Bauge.
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Tel: 02 41 89 70 25 Fax: 02 41 89 71 27

La Cave des Vignerons de Saumur: Tour 10Kms of underground tunnels and then partake in some wine tasting. This is a collection of wine producers/estates who showcase their wines. Shop is located at: 114, route de Saumoussay , Saint Cyr-en-Bourg (49). Shop Phone Number: 02 41 53 06 18
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Les Perrieres: Trogolodyte caves in the regional nature park of Loire Anjou Touraine. In July and August experience the caves at night, after 8.30pm on Monday evenings.
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Loire Cruises: Fancy a cruise on the Loire river and visitng the chateaux on the waters edge? This is a company based in Tours (37) who offer just that. Can be found at 56, quai de la Loire, Rochecorbon (37). And Georges Marchand, will take care of you.
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Tel: 02 47 52 68 88 Fax: 02 47 52 63 92

Loire de Lumiere: Loire de Lumiere offers a sightseeing trip on the river Loire. English commentry trips every weekend from April to September, and everyday from June to August. Can be found at SITVAL Loire de Lumiere, La Gare, La Menitre (49).
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Montgolfieres d'Anjou: Montgolfieres d'Anjou can be found at Chemellier (49), their home base although they fly all over the Loire Valley and specifically the Anjou. Site is in French only, so contact Guillaume Genon to get more info regarding their hot air balloon flights.
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Musee Regional de l'Air: The museum presents the earliers aeroplanes to fly in Anjou. More than 6 restoration workshops are attached to the museum and visitors are welcome. Souvenirs and aviation bookshop. Free parking for cars and coaches.
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Parc Loire - Anjou - Touraine: This is actually 253 000 hectares of land spread over the department of Indre-et-Loire (37) and Maine-et-Loire (49). It incorporates vineyards, forests and the valley. Starts East of Angers - Doue - Richelieu - Tours - Angers, including villages.
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Regional Air Transport Museum: The Air Transport Museum at Angers Airport covers the historical period 1907-1970. Visitors can enjoy watching planes being restored.
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Rive de France - Maine et Loire: RdF can be found at: Cale de la Savatte, Angers (49). Offers the rental/hire of licence free boats, for river boat holidays and tours on the rivers of the Loire region. Cruise the Maine, Mayenne, Oudon and Sarthe rivers.
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Rochemenier - Troglodyte Village: Two ancient farms with dwellings cut into the rock in Louresse (49). Open dialy April 1 to November 1 09:30-19:00. November, February and March: Saturday and Sunday 14:00-18:00.
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Send an e-mail Tel: 02 41 59 18 15 Fax: 02 41 59 35 13

Tank Museum: Tanks from around the world, notably France the UK, US, Germany and Russia. Has some 880 armoured vehicles, 200 of which are in working order. History of British victories in the desert or the Panzers. At: 1043, route de Fontevraud, Saumur (49).
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The Painted Cave: The Painted Cave at Brain-sur-Allonnes. Ruins of a stronghold built about 1290. Explore underground passages that testify to the past when the Knight Jean de Sace inhabited this fortified house.
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Tel: 02 41 52 87 40 Fax: 02 41 52 87 40