{"id":7809,"date":"2024-04-09T12:54:39","date_gmt":"2024-04-09T10:54:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/visit-pierre-lumiere-saumur\/"},"modified":"2026-03-25T16:33:56","modified_gmt":"2026-03-25T15:33:56","slug":"visit-pierre-lumiere-saumur","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/visit-pierre-lumiere-saumur\/","title":{"rendered":"Pierre et Lumi\u00e8re (Saumur): visit + photos"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The Pierre et Lumi\u00e8re miniature park in Saumur is a unique place! This troglodyte site offers a fascinating insight into the region's underground and architectural history. Walking through its rock-cut galleries, we went back in time several centuries. Rediscover the Loire Valley by admiring the sculpted miniatures of emblematic monuments and towns!<\/p>\n\n<p>Here are some <strong>useful tips<\/strong> for planning your visit to the Mus\u00e9e Pierre et Lumi\u00e8re in Saumur.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/visit-pierre-lumiere-saumur.jpeg\" alt=\"visit-pierre-et-lumiere-saumur\" class=\"wp-image-7778\"\/><\/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\">Is a visit to Parc Pierre et Lumi\u00e8re worthwhile?<\/h2>\n\n<p>Yes, the park is well worth a visit. Located in the beautiful town of <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-things-to-do-saumur-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Saumur<\/a>, it showcases the architectural gems of the Maine-et-Loire region. It's one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-museums-saumur\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">city's finest museums<\/a> and one of the many <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/troglodytes-saumur-hotels-attractions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">troglodyte attractions in the area<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<p>We admired the captivating sculptures, staging and lighting effects. Delve into the bowels of the city and discover the secrets of white tufa stone!<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Saumur\/Pierre-et-Lumi&#xE8;re\/i-q5H8RD4\/0\/DZLK9P4qRK2gNhfCxmWTrqJbrB2gwLpCPCSr2q8xD\/L\/angers-pierre-et-lumiere-13-L.jpg\" alt=\"Suclpture\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">City of Saumur<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\" style=\"background-color:#d9e6f3;margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\"><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 <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Saumur<\/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>Downtown<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:14px\">Enjoy the city, its restaurants and beautiful architecture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list ul_box\">\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><strong>Hotel Saint Pierre<\/strong> - a historic stay! - <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/fr\/hotel-saint-pierre.html?aid=2274925\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">see prices, pictures and availability<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><strong>Hotel Ch\u00e2teau La Marquise<\/strong> - <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/fr\/chateau-la-marquise-saumur50.html?aid=2274925\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">prices, pictures and availability<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><strong>Hotel Anne d'Anjou<\/strong> - <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/fr\/hotelannedanjou.html?aid=2274925\">prices, pictures and availability<\/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\/Saumur\/Hotels\/n-jzb5LT\/Saint-Pierre\/i-3MkShBt\/0\/e893ac19\/S\/saint-pierre-bar-1-S.jpg\" alt=\"Hotel Saint Pierre\" 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>In the countryside around<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:14px\">Looking for a bit of peace and quiet, without straying too far from the city of Angers? Here's our suggestion:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list ul_box\">\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><strong>Hotel Demeure de la Vignole<\/strong> -<a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/fr\/demeure-de-la-vignole.html?aid=2274925\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"> prices, pictures and availability<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><strong>Hotel Joly Foudres<\/strong> - unusual in barrels - <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/fr\/les-quot-joly-quot-foudres-vaudelnay.html?aid=2274925\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">prices, pictures and availability<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><strong>Hotel de l'abbaye de Fontevraud<\/strong> - <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/fr\/fontevraud-l-39.html?aid=2274925\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">prices, pictures and availability<\/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\/n-XkSzNF\/Hotels\/Insolite-Joly-Foudres\/i-DJ2KPWQ\/0\/c227aacd\/S\/Hebergement_insolite_Loire_tonneau-S.jpg\" alt=\"Hotel Joly Foudres\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/where-stay-saumur-best-hotels-neighborhoods\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See our reviews of the best hotels in Saumur<\/a><\/p>\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\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?city=-1469710&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2274925&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" style=\"border-radius:4px;font-size:14px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See all available accommodations<strong> --&gt;<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_texte gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box-texte gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What you can see<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Caves and underground passages dug by man<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Saumur\/Pierre-et-Lumi&#xE8;re\/i-PB2Qvct\/0\/CFXZ4pGBq5QJJP7gP9x7pbCMtCMD75rWHvCVLZt85\/L\/angers-pierre-et-lumiere-02-L.jpg\" alt=\"Grotto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p>The miniature park is housed in galleries dug out of the rock and extending underground. We enjoyed entering these storied underground passages.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lighting effects<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Saumur\/Pierre-et-Lumi&#xE8;re\/i-6BmMWWd\/0\/D7PxGwCzJZxtVZ7VzJRPZnDsq6MnHtmbTrbC829vT\/L\/pierre%20lumiere-L.jpg\" alt=\"Play of light\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p>We were greeted by blue and white light effects that enhanced the sculptures of miniature cities and buildings.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stone villages<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Saumur\/Pierre-et-Lumi&#xE8;re\/i-q7bS73k\/0\/FPJ6955n8dn3494N2MGv9JJZVB2C8tDBZXDsGh75N\/L\/angers-pierre-et-lumiere-12-L.jpg\" alt=\"Village\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Village of Vieil-Baug\u00e9<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>Several sculpted villages bear witness to the skills of the sculptors. We particularly liked the village of Vieil-Baug\u00e9.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">White cities<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Saumur\/Pierre-et-Lumi&#xE8;re\/i-KT2hvhj\/0\/FcrHZMS48ZFp37wCBGS2FDb4SvFtZJV5NMvHgrfSg\/L\/angers-pierre-et-lumiere-11-L.jpg\" alt=\"Angers\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Miniature of Angers<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>We admired several towns in the Loire Valley, including Saumur. This mural in Angers is remarkable for its delicacy.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Miniature churches<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Saumur\/Pierre-et-Lumi&#xE8;re\/i-HPvTVvM\/0\/DWnd9g3wFNdkHfVHqBzjgnch743JNgGgVW6gpG98b\/L\/angers-pierre-et-lumiere-05-L.jpg\" alt=\"Church\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Cunault Church<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>Several churches punctuate the visit. Adorned with warm lights, they came to life before our very eyes.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Loire castles<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Saumur\/Pierre-et-Lumi&#xE8;re\/i-dZcjzZv\/0\/FcbCW7KNXxJrJPDnkt77D5DGswWvqBS9hgL9k457G\/L\/angers-pierre-et-lumiere-16-L.jpg\" alt=\"Montsoreau\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p>Among the miniatures, we spotted several Loire castles, including the Ch\u00e2teau de Montsoreau. We liked the fine details!<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Emblematic religious monuments<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Saumur\/Pierre-et-Lumi&#xE8;re\/i-CZBKcSP\/0\/Cb5q8rhq2qMfK6FvmvPqpHwfsFXsh2W6HBBL2GF7G\/L\/angers-pierre-et-lumiere-14-L.jpg\" alt=\"Fontevraud Abbey\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Miniature of Fontevraud Abbey<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>We were fascinated by the miniature reproductions of major religious buildings such as<a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/royal-abbey-fontevraud\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fontevraud Abbey<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/visit-cathedral-saint-gatien-tours\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tours Cathedral<\/a>. The lacework on the facades was stunningly realistic! The bluish lighting made the monuments all the more impressive.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tracking and tracing tools<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Saumur\/Pierre-et-Lumi&#xE8;re\/i-9dFL8QQ\/0\/DX5ZhCKqHr5hcmmrP3QFS6x5Wkgr9FFr8QJ6PJJNn\/L\/angers-pierre-et-lumiere-07-L.jpg\" alt=\"Tools\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p>Before carving, it is necessary to mark out and mark out the area. We were able to observe the tools used for this purpose. Compass, level, square and straightedge.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tools for carving and sculpting<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Saumur\/Pierre-et-Lumi&#xE8;re\/i-N5QBXtG\/0\/FRLtxjqKmW5z64Kttq6HR2Xwfg86cRHpxZPvCQdmG\/L\/angers-pierre-et-lumiere-08-L.jpg\" alt=\"Tools\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p>Surprisingly named tools that we didn't even know existed help us understand what sculptors used to create their works. Did you know about the stone-cutting woodpecker?<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The stages of a sculpture<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Saumur\/Pierre-et-Lumi&#xE8;re\/i-bt2B3Hx\/0\/CBxGDd4rBSRr4j2pg9gnHFZS4LsnCFsLKPSTQb5PF\/L\/angers-pierre-et-lumiere-09-L.jpg\" alt=\"Stages of a sculpture\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p>We discovered the different stages involved in creating a sculpture, a real immersion in the art of stone carving!<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Blocks of tufa stone<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Saumur\/Pierre-et-Lumi&#xE8;re\/i-xQJtCvS\/0\/Cvt6HxcDJTqK7PrX98ghKZPwkjRpt9b7g3QwwX3V7\/L\/angers-pierre-et-lumiere-22-L.jpg\" alt=\"Stone blocks\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p>Stacked one on top of the other in the shape of a pyramid, blocks of tufa stone allowed us to appreciate the material in its raw form. You can buy them and try your hand at sculpting them!<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Photographs on mossy backgrounds<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Saumur\/Pierre-et-Lumi&#xE8;re\/i-Lg7CnGc\/0\/CvRz6QDKsRs7zh6b7RNc3DWDxjNCMXHfLsHtRt2wC\/L\/pierre%20lumiere%20saumur-2-L.jpg\" alt=\"Photographs\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p>Before ending our visit, we passed through a room bursting with color. The white tufa stone combines with the blue-gray slate of the Angers basin. Photos of surrounding towns from the air contrast with the mossy green of the walls to create a spectacular effect.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pierre et Lumi\u00e8re in Saumur: how to get there<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to find the miniature park<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In the town of Saumur, 8 minutes from the town center<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>100m from the <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/visit-museum-mushroom-saumur\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"7771\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mushroom Museum<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>10min from <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/visit-chateau-saumur-castle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ch\u00e2teau de Saumur<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 hour's drive from Angers and Tours<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Here's a map of Saumur's best museums to help you find your way around:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/map-best-museums-saumur-1024x813.png\" alt=\"Map of Saumur's best museums\" class=\"wp-image-7174\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Map of Saumur's best museums<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#e5ecf3;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 style=\"font-size:14px\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\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\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/fr\/france?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=LL\" style=\"border-radius:4px;font-size:14px\" 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<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Access by car and parking<\/h3>\n\n<p>The Pierre et Lumi\u00e8re miniature park is easily accessible by car. Take the A85 and A87 freeways towards Saumur. From Saumur, follow Gennes Saint-Hilaire-Saint-Florent D751. You can park in the on-site parking lot, located right next to the entrance.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Saumur\/Pierre-et-Lumi&#xE8;re\/i-FvtNBnr\/0\/CVnfw3htdSkmkHXspJzfJhzWKwCCP6hD7vNzk2LMJ\/L\/angers-pierre-et-lumiere-01-L.jpg\" alt=\"Museum entrance\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Public transport access<\/h3>\n\n<p>A public transport network exists, but you'll be limited in terms of timetables. The car remains one of the most comfortable means of accessing the area. Would you like to rent a car in the region? Here's <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/how-to-rent-car-france-hire\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">our dedicated article<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<p>Cycling is also an attractive option. Read our article on <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/loire-valley-cycling-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">La Loire \u00e0 v\u00e9lo<\/a>, it will inspire you!<\/p>\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 class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">patience<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:14px\">All the photos, maps, information, good addresses to make <strong>your stay in the Loire Valley<\/strong> a success, will <strong>soon be gathered<\/strong> in a single 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You'll have to travel beneath darkened underground galleries. We do not recommend this activity if you suffer from claustrophobia. If you're chilly, bring a sweater with you, as the temperature in the cellars is low.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tips for visiting the Pierre et Lumi\u00e8re miniature park<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Schedules and prices<\/h3>\n\n<p>The park is open from 10am to 6pm in February, March, October and November, and from 10am to 7pm from April to September. And from 2pm to 6pm during the Christmas vacations.<\/p>\n\n<p>The full price is \u20ac9. Combined ticket options are available with the Mus\u00e9e du Champignon and\/or the Jardin du Puygirault. Find out more <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pierre-et-lumiere.com\/infos-pratiques\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\" style=\"background-color:#d9e6f3;margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\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\">DISCOVER <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Saumur<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list ul_box\">\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\">Where to sleep in Saumur: <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/where-stay-saumur-best-hotels-neighborhoods\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">best hotels<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">Where to eat in Saumur: <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-restaurants-saumur-where-eat-reviews\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">best restaurants<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/visiter-chateau-saumur\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ch\u00e2teau de Saumur<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">Visit <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/royal-abbey-fontevraud\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fontevraud Abbey<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">The most beautiful <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-castles-near-saumur\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">castles around Saumur<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/troglodytes-saumur-hotels-attractions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Saumur's troglodytes<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">itineraries: <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/visit-2-days-saumur-itinerary-weekend\/\">weekend<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column planif-radius-2 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:42%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/visit-chateau-saumur-castle.jpeg\" alt=\"Saumur\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How long<\/h3>\n\n<p>Allow 1h to 1h30 to visit the underground miniature park.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Saumur\/Pierre-et-Lumi&#xE8;re\/i-HSdprRL\/0\/SPTtF27fqDt7J8qhWXzdk3qjKZkH28vX8gPTMsqH\/L\/angers-pierre-et-lumiere-19-L.jpg\" alt=\"Sculpture\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">City of Amboise<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best moment<\/h3>\n\n<p>In summer, the site is even more popular. If you decide to visit the city and the museum at this time of year, choose the mornings for a more exclusive tour. In winter, there will be fewer visitors. In fact, why not take advantage of the low season? Discover all there is to do in <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/visit-saumur-winter-things-to-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Saumur in winter<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Direction of visit<\/h3>\n\n<p>When you visit, simply follow the path cut into the rock. Let the play of light be your guide.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Saumur\/Pierre-et-Lumi&#xE8;re\/i-hT9nj4K\/0\/CGD3d2xfQwQrnc6LRjtGrNvBfXdJqdb8RG68qtS5G\/L\/angers-pierre-et-lumiere-03-L.jpg\" alt=\"Plan\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Visiting with children<\/h3>\n\n<p>This is a great museum to visit with the whole family. Discovering miniature monuments and burrowing into caves can be a fun activity for youngsters. There's also a treasure hunt for children to discover the secrets hidden in the stone. At the exit to the site, a workshop is also available for young and old to try their hand at sculpture. We were tempted to try it out!<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Saumur\/Pierre-et-Lumi&#xE8;re\/i-PMkw2mn\/0\/Fb3WrPRTfvj647ptLSrkmGGVHkzdwNLV4LCr4PLRf\/L\/angers-pierre-et-lumiere-15-L.jpg\" alt=\"Detail of a sculpture\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Detail of Fontevraud Abbey<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Eating out<\/h3>\n\n<p>There are no catering facilities in the vicinity of the site. The best place to visit is downtown Saumur, which is full of good addresses. Discover our selection of the best restaurants (article coming soon).<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hotels<\/h3>\n\n<p>You'll find the right hotel in Saumur, just a few minutes from the park. Take a look at our selection of hotels <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/where-stay-saumur-best-hotels-neighborhoods\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a> and let yourself be tempted!<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Extend your troglodyte experience with atypical accommodations like the H\u00f4tel Logis Demeure de la Vignole, with its underground swimming pool!  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/fr\/demeure-de-la-vignole.html?aid=2274925\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See prices and availability.<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Opt for a downtown stay at the charming boutique hotel Saint-Pierre. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/fr\/hotel-saint-pierre.html?aid=2274925\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Book your room now<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Saumur\/Hotels\/n-jzb5LT\/Logis-Demeure-de-la-Vignole\/i-rWxVNNQ\/0\/DKjzHc9XV8m7w557CGThTHj37WFzgw8cZmQFj7VxP\/L\/piscine%20logis%20demeure%20vignole%20turquant-L.jpg\" alt=\"Hotel Logis Demeure de la Vignole\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Hotel Logis Demeure de la Vignole<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\" style=\"background-color:#d9e6f3;margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\"><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 <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Saumur<\/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>Downtown<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:14px\">Enjoy the city, its restaurants and beautiful architecture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list ul_box\">\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><strong>Hotel Saint Pierre<\/strong> - a historic stay! - <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/fr\/hotel-saint-pierre.html?aid=2274925\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">see prices, pictures and availability<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><strong>Hotel Ch\u00e2teau La Marquise<\/strong> - <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/fr\/chateau-la-marquise-saumur50.html?aid=2274925\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">prices, pictures and availability<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><strong>Hotel Anne d'Anjou<\/strong> - <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/fr\/hotelannedanjou.html?aid=2274925\">prices, pictures and availability<\/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\/Saumur\/Hotels\/n-jzb5LT\/Saint-Pierre\/i-3MkShBt\/0\/e893ac19\/S\/saint-pierre-bar-1-S.jpg\" alt=\"Hotel Saint Pierre\" 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>In the countryside around<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:14px\">Looking for a bit of peace and quiet, without straying too far from the city of Angers? Here's our suggestion:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list ul_box\">\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><strong>Hotel Demeure de la Vignole<\/strong> -<a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/fr\/demeure-de-la-vignole.html?aid=2274925\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"> prices, pictures and availability<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><strong>Hotel Joly Foudres<\/strong> - unusual in barrels - <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/fr\/les-quot-joly-quot-foudres-vaudelnay.html?aid=2274925\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">prices, pictures and availability<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><strong>Hotel de l'abbaye de Fontevraud<\/strong> - <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/fr\/fontevraud-l-39.html?aid=2274925\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">prices, pictures and availability<\/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\/n-XkSzNF\/Hotels\/Insolite-Joly-Foudres\/i-DJ2KPWQ\/0\/c227aacd\/S\/Hebergement_insolite_Loire_tonneau-S.jpg\" alt=\"Hotel Joly Foudres\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/where-stay-saumur-best-hotels-neighborhoods\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See our reviews of the best hotels in Saumur<\/a><\/p>\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\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?city=-1469710&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2274925&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" style=\"border-radius:4px;font-size:14px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See all available accommodations<strong> --&gt;<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_texte gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box-texte gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\" style=\"background-color:#d9e6f3;margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\"><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=\"wp-block-list ul_box\">\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\/que-faire-angers-visiter\/\">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=\"wp-block-list ul_box\">\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 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