Angers

Travel Guide

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Chateau d\'Angers featuring a park
Angers
Castles, museums and churches generate a rustic ambiance in this charming French city filled with culture, history and the arts.

Angers is a city in northwest France known for its rich history and fascinating landmarks. It is a hub of culture, featuring many museums, castles and universities. Travelers visit the region to learn about medieval culture and appreciate the serene ambiance.

Tour the ninth-century Château d’Angers that overlooks the River Maine. Learn about Louis IX, who ordered its construction. Inside is the Apocalypse Tapestry, said to be the largest set of medieval tapestries in the world. The work, which depicts the tale of the apocalypse from the Bible, was completed in 1382.

Visit the 11th-century Angers Cathedral, which is also known as the Cathédrale Saint-Maurice d’Angers. Admire the intricate patterns in the stained-glass windows and two large spires of the gothic construction. The grand pipe organ dates back to the 1600s. Look for the 13th-century painted wall that was not discovered until 1980.

Browse the collections of art at the Musée des Beaux-Arts in the Toussaint complex. Sculptures and paintings dating back to the 14th century are shown on the Fine Art tour. Contemporary works are upstairs. Take the History of Angers tour to learn about the city’s past. The Garden of Fine Arts and city library are in the same complex. Take a break from learning about art with a snack or drink at the site’s café.

Enjoy a tranquil walk on the spacious pedestrianized area around the Place du Ralliement in the center of town. Meet friends near the carousel in its center. Boutique stores are located in the square and small streets leading off the plaza. Dine al fresco at one of the restaurants with seating out in the square. The 19th-century Grande Théâtre overlooks the Place du Ralliement.

Angers is 190 miles (306 kilometers) southwest of France’s capital, Paris. Use the city’s tram system for simple transportation. Consider using Angers as your base to explore the surrounding Loire Valley. Often called the “Garden of France,” this scenic region is dotted with vineyards and châteaux set among rolling hills.

Where to stay in Angers

Musee des Beaux-Arts featuring a statue or sculpture

Downtown Angers

4.5/5(6 area reviews)

Downtown Angers is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Place du Ralliement and Angers Cathedral.

Downtown Angers
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Les Hauts de Saint-Aubin

2.5/5(2 area reviews)

Les Hauts de Saint-Aubin might not have many top sights, but Terra Botanica and Musée Jean Lurçat et de la Tapisserie Contemporaine are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Les Hauts de Saint-Aubin
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La Fayette-Eblé

4/5(1 area review)

While visiting La Fayette-Eblé, you might make a stop by sights like Quartier de la Cité and Piscine de LA BAUMETTE.

La Fayette-Eblé
Jardin des plantes à Angers - un lieu de tranquillité en famille

Saint-Serge

2/5(1 area review)

Saint-Serge might not have many top sights, but Musée Jean Lurçat et de la Tapisserie Contemporaine and Place du Ralliement are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Saint-Serge
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Madeleine - Saint-Léonard

While Madeleine - Saint-Léonard might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Raymond Kopa Stadium and Place du Ralliement.

Madeleine - Saint-Léonard
From the Lac de Maine, a recreation area in Angers, you have different views on the castle.

Lac de Maine

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lac de Maine and surrounding area, you can visit Musée des Beaux-Arts and Angers Cathedral.

Lac de Maine

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5/5 - Excellent

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Beautiful city with lots of shopping. Well worth the visit. The apocalypse tapestry is amazing.

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It’s a beautiful place. It would be a great jumping off point for a road trip through the Loire Valley.