{"id":7618,"date":"2024-03-26T09:05:31","date_gmt":"2024-03-26T08:05:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/what-to-do-village-candes-saint-martin-visit\/"},"modified":"2024-03-27T07:16:32","modified_gmt":"2024-03-27T06:16:32","slug":"things-to-do-village-candes-saint-martin-visit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/things-to-do-village-candes-saint-martin-visit\/","title":{"rendered":"Village of Candes-Saint-Martin: things to do (+ visit tips)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Let yourself be enveloped by <strong>the timeless charm<\/strong> of the village of Candes-Saint-Martin! A former fishing and inland waterway port, you'll be won over by its <strong>picturesque lanes<\/strong>, <strong>beautiful tufa stone houses<\/strong> and <strong>peaceful atmosphere<\/strong> on the banks of the Loire.<\/p>\n\n<p>Here's our guide to the <strong>must-see places<\/strong> in the village of Candes-Saint-Martin in Indre-et-Loire, and some useful tips for planning your visit.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/things-to-do-village-candes-saint-martin-visit.jpeg\" alt=\"Visit the village of Candes Saint Martin\" class=\"wp-image-7599\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<p>This guide is completely <strong>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<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Enjoy the peace and quiet along the river<\/h2>\n\n<p>The first thing we did when we arrived in the village of Candes-Saint-Martin was enjoy the quays! The traditional boats moored here create a timeless atmosphere. This terribly soothing place made us want to stay and dream for a while.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Villages\/Candes-Saint-Martin\/i-Hqqsz3w\/0\/CbfsbRmf9688dBR4cPvVf892FNdR9KtM6RqjgKrD4\/L\/village-candes-saint-martin-20-L.jpg\" alt=\"Overview of traditional boats along the Vienne in the village of Candes-Saint-Martin\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Admire the panorama from the top of the village<\/h2>\n\n<p>The village of Candes-Saint-Martin stands proudly at the confluence of the Loire and Vienne rivers. It's also possible to see the river meet the river from a high vantage point. To get there, simply follow the Panorama signs from the village and take the easy 10-minute road. Take a moment to admire this Unesco World Heritage Loire landscape!<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Villages\/Candes-Saint-Martin\/i-SmgHbWS\/0\/CmF3CVQLzFChLQZMBL28DJ8Cpzt72xtN95fpQkcRP\/L\/village-candes-saint-martin-08-L.jpg\" alt=\"View from the top of the village of Candes-Saint-Martin\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div style=\"margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse box_planif is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:58%\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\">OUR TIPS FOR RENTING A CAR IN <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Loire<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\" style=\"font-size:14px\">\n<li>Compare prices on our preferred platform: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/france?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=LL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">DiscoverCars<\/a> - one of the best rated sites.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose a <strong>fairly compact car<\/strong> (many villages have narrowed the road).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Think about<strong>full insurance<\/strong> (parking in big cities is really tight).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There is a lot of demand, <strong>book it early<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column planif-radius-3 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:42%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"280\" height=\"354\" src=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/conduire_ville_loire.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4051\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/conduire_ville_loire.png 280w, https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/conduire_ville_loire-237x300.png 237w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 280px) 100vw, 280px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns planif_bouton is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:57.14%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-font-size\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/france?a_aid=zigzag&amp;amp;chan=LL\" style=\"border-radius:4px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See the cars  <strong>    <\/strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-4676\" style=\"width: 16px;\" src=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/ArrowRight.webp\" alt=\"\"\/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:42.86%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/how-to-rent-car-france-hire\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>See our tips<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Discover the Coll\u00e9giale Saint-Martin<\/h2>\n\n<p>Dating back to the 4th century, the Coll\u00e9giale Saint-Martin is a famous place of pilgrimage, visited by many kings of France. Listed as a historic monument since 1840, the building is worth a visit for its striking facade. Take time to admire its richly sculpted decor, remarkable statuary, open porch and defensive towers. Even after leaving the collegiate church, you'll find its atypical silhouette all over the village!<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Villages\/Candes-Saint-Martin\/i-pdL2V4b\/0\/CXRZDdCT9JVmsVmLfRmBw2jmkszkqRLvrmSgHhmGB\/L\/village-candes-saint-martin-27-L.jpg\" alt=\"Overview of the Coll&#xE9;giale Saint-Martin in the village of Candes-Saint-Martin\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p>Inside, you won't be left out, with the beautiful Gothic nave, the choir's magnificent stained glass windows dedicated to the life of Saint Martin, not to mention the Saint Martin chapel, where the saint's tomb is on display.<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Opening hours: Every day from 8.45am to 7pm (except service times, which can be found on the parish website<a href=\"https:\/\/www.paroisse-chinon.fr\/eglise-saint-martin-37500-candes-saint-martin.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a>).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Price: Free<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can book guided tours on the Amis de Candes-Saint-Martin website <a href=\"https:\/\/lesamisdecandessaintmartin.wordpress.com\/2021\/06\/08\/les-visites-guidees\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Villages\/Candes-Saint-Martin\/i-bpkG8TD\/0\/gkfqv6tpzqwrqLt2j8xGNcKB6Ktc3NwBzs3RrZbH\/L\/village-candes-saint-martin-vitraux-collegiale-L.jpg\" alt=\"Stained glass windows in the Coll&#xE9;giale Saint-Martin in the village of Candes-Saint-Martin\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Stroll through the narrow streets<\/h2>\n\n<p>We were won over by the architectural unity of the village, which is particularly well preserved. You'll also appreciate the magnificent contrast between the slate roofs and the white tufa walls. Finally, take the time to stroll through the medieval streets, which will reveal their charming nooks and crannies only after a while.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Villages\/Candes-Saint-Martin\/i-W2HcX9j\/0\/Cr9TG9Z8JkmZn8vwx3nk32xjkJKWTQCn9ScXW5W2C\/L\/village_candes_saint_martin-2-L.jpg\" alt=\"A glimpse of the narrow streets in the village of Candes-Saint-Martin\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#d0e7ff;margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_titre gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\">WHERE TO STAY IN THE <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Loire Valley<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"background-color:#d0e7ff\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"font-size:14px;flex-basis:60%\">\n<p style=\"font-size:16px\">Our independent picks for <strong>the accommodation of your dreams<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:16px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/where-stay-loire-valley-best-areas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Where to stay in the Loire Valley<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:16px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/stay-chateau-hotel-loire-valley\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sleeping in a castle in the Loire Valley<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:16px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-luxury-hotel-loire-valley-5-star-reviews\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best luxury hotels<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Hotel-Chateau-Chissay\/i-pS6Jsk2\/1\/65123b4b\/L\/chateau-hotel-chissay-11-L.jpg\" alt=\"Chateau de Chissay\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"background-color:#d0e7ff\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"font-size:14px;flex-basis:60%\">\n<p style=\"font-size:16px\">Or, if you've chosen your destination, the <strong>best hotels<\/strong> in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:16px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-hotel-nantes-where-stay-reviews\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Nantes<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:16px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/where-stay-angers-best-hotels-neighborhoods\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Angers<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:16px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/where-stay-saumur-best-hotels-neighborhoods\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Saumur<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:16px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/where-stay-tours-best-hotels-neighborhoods\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tours<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:16px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/where-stay-amboise-best-hotels-neighborhoods\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Amboise<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:16px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/where-stay-blois-best-hotels-neighborhoods\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Blois<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Blois\/n-DXvSZK\/Hotel-Fleurs-de-Loire\/i-kctWvT8\/1\/CDqwKRVtHR5vB9NfPN2Cmj5VkjWxW5CR3bbLbvtNT\/L\/blois-fleurs-loire-L.jpg\" alt=\"Fleur de Loire Hotel in Blois\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Spend the night in the village<\/h2>\n\n<p>If you want to enjoy the charm of the village for longer, we recommend staying at Ch\u00e2teau de Candes.<br\/>Nicknamed the Ch\u00e2teau-Neuf (in contrast to the 15th-century Ch\u00e2teau-Vieux, former summer residence of the Archbishops of Tours), it was built in the 19th century and now houses a charming hotel. In addition to a swimming pool, a spa including a troglodyte massage room, and 5 hectares of parkland, Ch\u00e2teau de Candes boasts a breathtaking view of the village and the Collegiate Church.<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/fr\/les-suites-du-chateau-de-candes.html?aid=2274925\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Book your dream room at Ch\u00e2teau de Candes now!<\/a><br\/><br\/>Need more inspiration for staying at a Ch\u00e2teau de Loire? Discover our selection of 5 unforgettable hotels <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/stay-chateau-hotel-loire-valley\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">in our article<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Villages\/Candes-Saint-Martin\/i-5B8h97n\/0\/DBVVVhqvd23w2Z6LMWNRMg3ggfX2wwxpZkqKdcvNz\/L\/village-candes-saint-martin-10-L.jpg\" alt=\"A glimpse of the narrow streets in the village of Candes-Saint-Martin\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Passing under the Feudal Bridge<\/h2>\n\n<p>Once part of the ramparts that surrounded the town in the 13th century, the bridge and its remains can be discovered along rue de la Douve and rue des Perri\u00e8res, which follow it. It's impossible not to be touched as you pass through this tunnel of centuries-old stone! Once on the other side, you'll be able to capture memorable photos of this captivating heritage landscape.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Villages\/Candes-Saint-Martin\/i-jhFWkGC\/0\/FZvfdNHcRz9DV5SmS99MsqNrtMDKns5qXqfg34SRs\/L\/village_candes_saint_martin-L.jpg\" alt=\"Overview of the feudal bridge in the village of Candes-Saint-Martin\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#fefefe;margin-top:6%;margin-bottom:6%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:58%\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\">A LITTLE MORE <span 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\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other things to do in and around Candes-Saint-Martin<\/h2>\n\n<p>We've listed our must-sees, but as you wander around the village, you'll find many other hidden corners and listed monuments, such as..:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Le Ch\u00e2teau-Vieux  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>La Tour d'Aubigny<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>H\u00f4tel de la Pr\u00e9v\u00f4t\u00e9<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Garrison House<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>La Maison des Quatre Cur\u00e9s  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>La Porte de Torch\u00e9  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>Note that each of the heritage features is accompanied by an explanatory label to give you some historical information. So you can easily spot them in the village streets!<br\/>On the way to the panorama, we also enjoyed discovering the ruins of an old mill (photo below).<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Villages\/Candes-Saint-Martin\/i-2qtSwhw\/0\/W9nwfWKddDz2jcPbwwgKZDCNbN9SCtkrLP3g8N34\/L\/village-candes-saint-martin-ruines-L.jpg\" alt=\"Overview of the ruins in the village of Candes-Saint-Martin\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p>Finally, it's impossible to talk about Candes-Saint-Martin without mentioning the adjacent village of Montsoreau. Also a \"Plus Beau Village de France\" (Most Beautiful Village in France), it offers a completely different experience. In the ch\u00e2teau, you'll have the chance to discover a 2,500m2 contemporary art trail!  <br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiqets.com\/en\/activites-attractions-montsoreau-c261764\/billets-pour-chateau-de-montsoreau-musee-dart-contemporain-p994043?partner=region_lovers&amp;tq_campaign=LL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Save time and book your ticket for the Ch\u00e2teau de Montsoreau visit here.<\/a><br\/><br\/>If you have all day, we recommend combining the two visits. It's even possible to walk between the two villages!  <br\/>Find a heritage trail on the territory's website <a href=\"https:\/\/www.parc-loire-anjou-touraine.fr\/destination-parc\/activites\/pied\/au-temps-des-mariniers-de-loire\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a>.  <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Villages\/Montsoreau\/i-cQ2tqSn\/0\/b9xJDVwSk9gbhxd2TnK9cvDNzVPPfm69sb84Wvxc\/L\/village-montsoreau-chateau-L.jpg\" alt=\"Overview of the village of Montsoreau\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Overview of the village of Montsoreau<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is the village of Candes-Saint-Martin worth a visit?<\/h2>\n\n<p>Definitely, yes! It's one of our <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/most-beautiful-villages-loire-valley\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">12 favourite Loire villages!<\/a> <br\/>A visit offers a timeless experience, with its beautiful tufa stone houses, soothing quaysides and incredible collegiate church standing proudly in the heart of its medieval streets. Candes-Saint-Martin, classified as one of France's most beautiful villages, is sure to win you over too!<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Villages\/Candes-Saint-Martin\/i-w4nxPww\/0\/CTqfMw3S47mX9vZRGXCqRWGwqp8FT3KmMxJ82Q9jn\/L\/village_candes_saint_martin-1-L.jpg\" alt=\"Overview of the Tour d'Aubigny in the village of Candes-Saint-Martin\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to get to Candes-Saint-Martin + parking<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where is Candes-Saint-Martin<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In the Centre-Val-de-Loire region<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chinon = 20min drive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Saumur = 20min drive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tours = 1h drive<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/map-best-loire-valley-villages-1024x683.png\" alt=\"map most beautiful villages loire valley\" class=\"wp-image-3450\" style=\"width:702px;height:auto\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Map of the most beautiful villages in the Loire Valley<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to get there<\/h3>\n\n<p>You can go to Candes-Saint-Martin:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>By car: <\/strong>The village is well served by the D952 and D145. For a theatrical arrival, we recommend taking the d\u00e9partementale 7, which takes you across the Pont de Candes-Saint-Martin, offering an incredible view of the village.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By bike:<\/strong> The village is also accessible from the legendary Loire \u00e0 V\u00e9lo cycle route (official website <a href=\"https:\/\/www.loireavelo.fr\/carte\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a>). From Saumur, for example, the journey takes 1 hour and is almost exclusively along the Loire.  <br\/>Find out all our tips for making the most of the <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/loire-valley-cycling-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Loire \u00e0 V\u00e9lo!<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Villages\/Candes-Saint-Martin\/i-spzv3Qt\/0\/CmXGXjVqPHXXNdwLCpcX7LDSRcDgrXMsZrkRqCLgT\/L\/village-candes-saint-martin-parking-velos-L.jpg\" alt=\"Overview of the parking lot in the village of Candes-Saint-Martin\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Parking in Candes-Saint-Martin<\/h3>\n\n<p>There are several parking lots at the far ends of the village, which we recommend you take advantage of as there are very few spaces inside the village, where the streets are quite narrow!  <br\/>There's also a bike park at the entrance to the village and an energy recharging point.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Villages\/Candes-Saint-Martin\/i-4rxnzXG\/0\/Cb5xFSR6q8KkZshGVRJN7P48FwbcCfP3frr5sZmfJ\/L\/village-candes-saint-martin-parking-L.jpg\" alt=\"Overview of the parking lot in the village of Candes-Saint-Martin\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Useful tips for visiting Candes-Saint-Martin<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How long and when?<\/h3>\n\n<p>Allow 2 to 3 hours to explore the village sites (collegiate church, ruins, other buildings, castles), discover the stores, admire the panorama and, above all, have time to meditate by the water!<\/p>\n\n<p>Candes-Saint-Martin is all the more beautiful in the summer months, between May and September, but this is also the time when tourist numbers are at their peak.  <br\/>We therefore advise you to arrive early in the morning, to enjoy the calm of the village, or to come at the end of the day to enjoy the sunset, with your feet in the water.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Villages\/Candes-Saint-Martin\/i-QRszKNh\/0\/FQCtfp9BZ8Sfv6rnDzb7mLZ9CwkXVHBShFC7KZ7jV\/L\/village-candes-saint-martin-25-L.jpg\" alt=\"A glimpse of the banks of the Loire in the village of Candes-Saint-Martin\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tour directions, map and difficulty<\/h3>\n\n<p>The village is small and easy to explore. However, please note that the floors can be very uneven and many passages are on slopes. You'll also need to climb a few steps to enter the Coll\u00e9giale Saint-Martin.<br\/>We recommend good walking shoes for the viewpoint.  <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Villages\/Candes-Saint-Martin\/i-N7hXnp7\/0\/TxDKTMHHKbhPbg4zCn2n6SXsS6WHtC4k7mZsJHVn\/L\/village-candes-saint-martin-13-L.jpg\" alt=\"A glimpse of the narrow streets in the village of Candes-Saint-Martin\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Visiting with children<\/h3>\n\n<p>We didn't see any specific attractions for children.<br\/>They should, however, appreciate the somewhat labyrinthine effect of the alleyways and the waterside promenade. Even better if you offer them a boat trip! More information on the region's website <a href=\"https:\/\/www.touraineloirevalley.com\/loisirs\/balade-en-bateau-traditionnel-sur-la-vienne-et-la-loire-candes-saint-martin\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Villages\/Candes-Saint-Martin\/i-9q8MpGj\/0\/C2VRw9Mz3kWwkq7gQVqFQvqKTLSwNdV6WFnHqxXWx\/L\/village-candes-saint-martin-19-L.jpg\" alt=\"A glimpse of a traditional boat in the village of Candes-Saint-Martin\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Restaurants<\/h3>\n\n<p>We haven't tried out any of the restaurants in Candes-Saint-Martin, but we've spotted them:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The <strong>Auberge de la Goutte d'or<\/strong> restaurant, for a sunny snack at the foot of the Coll\u00e9giale Saint-Martin!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Enfin du Vin<\/strong>, a wine shop open from Thursday to Sunday, offers a selection of local wines and products for tasting by the water!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>Perhaps the best thing to do would be to pack a picnic lunch and enjoy it on one of the many benches set up along the river!<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Villages\/Candes-Saint-Martin\/i-xhgpzXj\/0\/DVHrtLnRWqRfKDL3WBxjFpPB76SZM9fMKhqmNQrRP\/L\/village-candes-saint-martin-21-L.jpg\" alt=\"A glimpse of the banks of the Loire in the village of Candes-Saint-Martin\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hotels<\/h3>\n\n<p>Apart from the Ch\u00e2teau de Cande recommended above, the village's hotel offer is fairly limited, but given that it's only 20 minutes from Saumur, we invite you to discover our selection of the <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/where-stay-saumur-best-hotels-neighborhoods\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">10 best hotels in Saumur (2024)<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n<div style=\"margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_titre gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\">PLAN YOUR TRIP IN  <br\/><span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Loire Valley<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_sans_border gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\">\n<p class=\"option_titre2\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><strong>The castles of the Loire Valley<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-castles-loire-valley\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best ch\u00e2teaux in the Loire Valley<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/stay-chateau-hotel-loire-valley\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sleeping in a castle in the Loire Valley<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-loire-valley-castles-with-children\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best family castles<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/loire-valley-castles-list-chateaux\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">List with over 100 castles<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Chateaux-de-la-Loire\/Chateau-de-Chenonceau\/i-B8wzgnf\/0\/0c8c0706\/L\/chateau-chenonceau-1-L.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\">\n<p class=\"option_titre\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><strong>Other<\/strong> <strong>places to explore<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"ul_box wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-things-to-do-loire-valley-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best things to do in the Loire Valley<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/towns-loire-valley-cities\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Most beautiful towns along the Loire<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/most-beautiful-villages-loire-valley\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Most beautiful villages<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-gardens-loire-valley\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Most beautiful gardens<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-things-to-do-nantes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best things to do in Nantes<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-things-to-do-angers-visit\/\">Things to do in Angers<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-things-to-do-saumur-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best things to do in Saumur<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-things-to-do-tours-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Things to do in Tours<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-things-to-do-amboise-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Things to do in Amboise<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/flight-hot-air-balloon-castles-loire-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hot-air balloon ride<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/General\/i-DrhL7mp\/0\/bb0d2dae\/L\/vue-loire-L.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\">\n<p class=\"option_titre\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><strong>Practice<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"ul_box wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/where-stay-loire-valley-best-areas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Where to stay in the Loire Valley<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">See our tips for renting a car <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/renting-car-nantes-airport\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">in Nantes<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/renting-car-angers-station\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Angers<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/renting-car-tours-france\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tours<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/renting-car-cdg-aeroport\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CDG<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/renting-car-orly-airport-paris\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Orly<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/renting-car-beauvais-airport-paris\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Beauvais<\/a>...<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">How to get to the Loire Valley - article to come<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">Itineraries: <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/loire-valley-3-days-itinerary-castle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3 days<\/a> - <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/visit-loire-valley-castle-4-days-itinerary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4 days<\/a> - <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/visit-loire-valley-castle-5-days-itinerary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5 days<\/a> - <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/visit-loire-valley-castles-7-days-itinerary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1 week<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">Weekends: <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/weekend-unusual-loire-valley\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">unusual<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Villes-Loire\/i-L5mq7xV\/0\/207cbe42\/L\/nantes-villes-elephant-L.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons planif_bouton is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-font-size\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color wp-element-button\" style=\"border-radius:4px\">All our 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