5 Top reasons why you should definitely include Atlantic Loire Valley on your bucket list!

2. Vibrant cities such as Nantes, Angers or Le Mans 

Nantes: Playful and creative, vibrant and young, Nantes has been totally turned upside down by art! 2 hours from Paris by TGV train, the historical capital of Brittany has been awarded European Capital of Innovation 2020 for its quality of life, efficient transportation policy and sustainable development. When in Nantes “follow the green line” which leads from an artwork by one of today’s great artists to a remarkable heritage site. Nantes boasts over 100 permanent artworks in public spaces and every summer in July and August the green line comes alive with artists, architects, designers and gardeners... Save the date!

Angers: Known as the capital of Anjou, Angers spreads out just a few steps away from the Loire River. This vibrant city is renowned for: Its Chateau: the Loire Valley’s biggest medieval fortress is home to an extraordinary 14th century masterpiece, the Apocalypse Tapestry. Its medieval architecture, museums and cobbled streets. Its Cointreau liqueur. Its quality of life.

Le Mans: Known throughout the world for its 24-hour endurance car race that takes place every year in June, Le Mans also happens to be a charming city. Its medieval town centre - Cité Pantagenêt - is the largest and most preserved testimony of French architecture in Western France (20 hectares). You will enjoy strolling along the cobbled streets, admiring the old timber-framed townhouses which date back to the Renaissance period. And don’t miss the impressive cathedral. No wonder the city has served as a film set for many major French and American movies.

3. Cycling holidays

Atlantic Loire Valley is an ideal destination for families with very flat and well signposted routes, and also for experienced cyclists who will enjoy the connections with the great European cycle routes Eurovelo 1 and 6. The Loire by Bike, the Vélo Francette, the Loir Valley by bike, the Velodyssey® or Atlantic Coast Route ... Take a ride on some of the 3,000 km of cycle paths and green lanes in Atlantic Loire Valley & discover varied landscapes with very different atmospheres: seaside, rivers, grove, marsh...

4. The Loire Valley Wines 

Taste world-class AOP-labelled wines and lesser-known gems: Muscadet, Saumur, Jasnières, Coteaux-du-Loir, Anjou are perfect to pair with the local gastronomy. And meet local winegrowers and craftsmen passionate about their trades.