NATIONAL DOMAIN OF THE CHÂTEAU D'ANGERS
13th century fortress with various medieval buildings and gardens in AngersRead more
CASTLE AND APOTHECARY'S OF BAUGÉ
Read moreThis historic site is made up of two distinct parts only a few dozen metres apart: a castle and a hospital with a magnificent apothecary. The first was, in the 15th century, the hunting lodge of King René who had it built on the ruins of the 11th century. Enter the place of pleasure of the Good King and meet the various characters who have marked the history of this domain and the region. A projection, followed by a show, presents chivalry and courtly love as practiced by the members of the Anjou dynasty. King René's bedroom, the star room of the visit, has been reconstructed from period documents.
As for the Hôtel-Dieu, it refers to the exceptional 17th century hospital complex, which was in operation until 2001. Note that it is only accessible with a guide. Through the exhibition in the large sick room, you will learn more about medicine at the time of Louis XIV. The visit ends with a visit to the admirable apothecary: 650 jars, flasks and other containers welcome you to this pharmacy dating from 1675, still filled with the products of yesteryear and a true testimony to a crucial period in the development of medicine. Don't miss the baroque chapel with its double choir, as well as part of the conventual buildings. To make the most of these places, theatrical tours rich in twists and turns are regularly scheduled.
CASTLE OF MONTSOREAU-MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART
Built around 1450 in the bed of the Loire, this first Renaissance castle in ...Read more
MONTREUIL-BELLAY CASTLE
Castle full of history with ramparts, fresco, medieval kitchen, stairs, ...Read more
BREZE CASTLE
This castle houses a comfortable bathroom from the 1850s with a rare heated ...Read more
PLESSIS-MACÉ CASTLE
Castle with flamboyant gothic balcony and chapel with oak gallery, festival ...Read more
CASTLE OF MONTGEOFFROY
Castle occupied by the Contades, with collection of period furniture, park ...Read more
HOTHOUSE CASTLE
Renaissance castle with moat, park, Versailles chapel, furniture ...Read more
PLESSIS-BOURRÉ CASTLE
Late medieval castle designed by Jean Bourré, inviting you to discover the ...Read more
DURTAL CASTLE
This castle is a beautiful example of the transition from the Middle Ages ...Read more
LORIE CASTLE
This castle is a beautiful example of classical architecture with its ...Read more
PASSING CASTLE
Read moreFrançois David and Olivier Leconte thrive on a large vineyard completely converted to organic production and put some of the jewels of winemaking wine in Anjou in white Anjou, Anjou-villages, rosé, both dry and soft.
COLLEGIATE CHURCH NOTRE-DAME
Read moreFormer chapel of the castle, the collegiate church is located within its walls but is accessible by a bridge. It is one of the most prestigious religious buildings of the 15th century in Anjou, specific of the Angevin Gothic style. The church is composed of a 44 meters long and 12 meters wide vessel, and a 18 meters high vault. There is an oratory from which the lord attended the services in all discretion. This church has been classified as a historical monument since 1907.