* Angers, Capital of Sustainable Development, Angers is the gateway to the Loire Valley, which has been designated a World Heritage Site by Unesco. Enjoying an exceptional living environment, Angers Loire Métropole boasts a surprisingly rich heritage and an excellent quality of life. Charming châteaux, fine dining, famous vineyards
(29 AOC)… Angers represents one of the finest treasures of French culture.
* Not to be missed
-The Fortress (13th century)
- Saint-Maurice Cathedral (mid 11th century)
- Museum of Fine Art
- Galerie David d’Angers (museum)
- Musée Jean Lurçat et de la Tapisserie Contemporaine (museum of contemporary tapestry) in the former Saint-Jean hospital (12th century)
- St Martin Collegiate Church (12th century)
- Museum of Natural Sciences
- A well sign-posted comfort circuit adapted for people with reduced mobility, liking the sites within the historical centre
- Cointreau museum
- Château-Museum of Communication / Domaine de Pignerolle (18th century)
- Lac de Maine leisure park (200 ha of green spaces and water in the heart of the city)
- Ile Saint Aubin, a recognised natural area of international importance.
- “Les Basses Vallées Angevines“, 250 km of long-distance footpaths a recognised natural area of international importance.
* Experience Angers
For all your visits, we offer:
- A 24-hr City Pass from € 14 per adult, for all the tourist attractions of Angers and its region (over 15 sites, châteaux, museums…).
- An on line booking service WEB
- Short breaks available for individuals all year round.
- Shop area and bureau de change. Information from the Tourist Office.
* Festive Angers
The “Accroche-Coeurs“ festival 6 to 9 September 2007 The Accroche-Coeurs festival is the highlight of the autumn season in Angers. Around fifty professional companies take you on an extraordinary voyage of street theatre, circus, music, open-air cinema, dance, and more.
Information: Angers Loire Tourisme-33 (0)2 41 23 50 00 WEB
* Getting there
- Train station: TGV (high-speed train): 1 hr 30 mins from Paris, 4 hrs from Lyon
- International airport: Nantes Atlantique and Loire Airport (serviced by low cost operators)
- Motorways: A 11, A 85, A 87 (300 km from Paris)
* Contact
WEB
Angers Loire Tourisme
7 place Kennedy
BP 15157
49051 Angers Cedex 02
33 (0)2 41 23 50 00
Fax: 33 (0)2 41 23 50 09
accueil@angersloiretourisme.com
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