{"id":6974,"date":"2024-03-01T11:33:19","date_gmt":"2024-03-01T10:33:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/que-faire-saumur-visiter\/"},"modified":"2026-04-02T10:48:09","modified_gmt":"2026-04-02T08:48:09","slug":"best-things-to-do-saumur-visit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-things-to-do-saumur-visit\/","title":{"rendered":"12 best things to do in Saumur (+ photos)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

We highly recommend a visit to Saumur<\/strong>, this historic town nestled in the heart of the Loire Valley<\/strong>! The city is renowned for its exceptional heritage<\/strong>, including the famous Ch\u00e2teau de Saumur<\/strong> overlooking the town. Beyond its unique medieval architecture, we were seduced by its troglodytic cellars<\/strong> and renowned vineyards<\/strong>. It's a Mecca for gastronomy and wine!<\/p>\n\n

In this article, you'll discover a list of 12 ideas<\/strong> for what to do in Saumur<\/strong>, illustrated by numerous photos. We've added some useful tips and bonus activities!<\/p>\n\n

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This guide is completely independent<\/strong>, based on our experiences. We visited the region anonymously, making our own choices and paying our bills in full.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

1. Visit the Ch\u00e2teau de Saumur and its Horse Museum<\/h2>\n\n
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Why visit?<\/h3>\n\n

Proudly perched on a rocky spur (aptly nicknamed the \"Emerald Rock\" by Ren\u00e9 I d'Anjou), Ch\u00e2teau de Saumur towers 60m above the royal river and blends magnificently into the landscape.<\/p>\n\n

With its ramparts, typical Loire tuffeau walls and slate roof, it can be seen from 20km around and is instantly recognizable. Inside, you'll discover a 360\u00b0 panoramic view of the city from the belvedere, the Mus\u00e9e du Cheval and the Mus\u00e9e des Arts D\u00e9coratifs, both unexpected and fascinating! We were charmed by the view of the historic building from the other side of the river. A magnificent play of mirrors across the water. <\/p>\n\n

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Practical advice<\/h3>\n\n