Archaeology handicrafts and science and technology sites to visit Châteaux de la Loire

In front of the castle, the banks of the Cosson allow for beautiful walks and activities, to practise alone or with a family. Charming paths allow to follow the peaceful course of water in peace and quiet. we can then look at the fishermen. On the lawns, it is good to ask a little bit, so let kids enjoy the games. Note that there is a swimming pool that in beautiful days makes everyone happy. On the edge of the Cosson, there are for all tastes.

The Couère is an area of more than 80 hectares with several hundred animals in our countryside or in other areas (alpacas, rheas and emus, deer and deer, long-horned cattle…) that you will be able to take on either one of the 3 trails through the beautiful valleys of the Segréen or the tourist train led by a most picturesque guide. But it is also a formidable heritage together by the Nardin family and disseminated in the various buildings in the field: agricultural machinery and tools, old or miniature cars (2 600 models), cycles and motorcycles… The highlight of the visit remains this superb village 1900, featuring objects and costumes of the time in a series of thematic tables on the past trades and traditions. Astonishment and guaranteed nostalgia. Numerous picnic areas and children's playgrounds are available in addition to the small, locally available restaurant. A good idea for family outings 45 minutes from Angers.

The guided tour presents the activity of makers and roofers since the early th century and the consequences of this activity on the environment. Demonstrations and animated models, exhibitions, courses, floral art make this place dedicated to the work of yellow land extracted from the basement.

Place of information and exhibitions on the life of the river and the Mauges, the walking or mountain biking circuits. This body dedicated to the development of the territory has published documents that will lead you to the roads and roads of the:: through towns and villages (EUR 12): 2 volumes to succumb to the charms of these small towns; thematic guides to travel through the country of walking trees: Loire and Bocage, in the footsteps of faith, materials to walk, the circuit of trades, the paths of history and for the followers of the little queen: Le and Mauges mountain bike (6 euros) and Mauges (3 euros).

th century. Wooden areas and square floor.

This wholesaler is open to professionals and individuals, most of the products, accessories and articles used in trade fairs: shampoos and hair care in family vial, combs, brushes, hue, old razors, ceramic plates to smooth hair… With in brands such as Schwarzkopf, L'Oréal Professional, Wella, I.C.O.N., Eugène Perma, Babyliss Pro, Shop Hair, Deepshine, Rusk, Techi. Art, Sibel, Corioliss, BES, Dr Temt, Sketch, Jacques Seban, Ga. Ma Italy, Uki, Hair Novyi, Vitality's, Unikà… The staff were friendly and helpful. Professionals will find here products at very interesting prices, especially the individual, even though the rates remain preferential for professionals, that is natural! However, promotions are available throughout the year. A monitor!

The wet meadows of the Ouanne, a protected area, require a different view of nature. It is a tributary of the Loing where the chalk tablets and limestone of the Gâtinais allow, with its tributaries such as the Branlin or the Péruseau, the natural perpetuation of its wet meadows. There are now 104 ha of alluvial forests, reedbeds and wet woodlands that have been protected. The conocephalus of reeds (grasshopper) returns. The presence of the May orchid, a rare orchid, can be noted...