{"id":8070,"date":"2024-05-18T22:20:05","date_gmt":"2024-05-18T20:20:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/visit-caves-ackerman-troglodyte-loire\/"},"modified":"2026-03-23T18:17:32","modified_gmt":"2026-03-23T17:17:32","slug":"visit-cellars-ackerman-troglodyte-loire","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/visit-cellars-ackerman-troglodyte-loire\/","title":{"rendered":"Cellars Ackerman (Saumur): visit + photos"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Do you know<strong> Ackerman Cellars<\/strong> near Saumur? A pioneer of fine Loire bubbles, this renowned house offered us an <strong>unforgettable sensory experience<\/strong>. A wine tour, winemaking methods, experiential art and wine tasting - you'll be captivated by this timeless experience in <strong>troglodytic cellars<\/strong>!<br\/>Here are some <strong>useful tips<\/strong> for planning your visit to Ackerman Cellars en Loire.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/visit-caves-ackerman-troglodytes.jpg\" alt=\"Our tips and photos to help you organize your visit and wine tasting at Caves Ackerman near Saumur: access, practical information...\" class=\"wp-image-8064\"\/><\/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 class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">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 Ackerman Cellars worthwhile?<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, the Ackerman Cellars are well worth a visit and a tasting! We particularly enjoyed the troglodyte cave experience. Did you know that this is the 1st and oldest house of fine bubbles in the Val-de-Loire? Founded in 1811, these cellars are dug into former tufa quarries. We've learned that they provide the perfect setting for aging wines.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-things-to-do-saumur-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">best activities near Saumur<\/a> in our opinion!<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Saumur\/Caves-Ackerman\/i-39sTpQp\/0\/D8C8C9BCqhTfkTdSQQSDnDkq9RVQrXLsC2S9RprLG\/L\/caves-ackerman-saumur-grottes-troglodytes-2-L.jpg\" alt=\"Circuit\"\/><\/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-8f761849 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 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><strong>Downtown<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" 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-8f761849 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 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><strong>In the countryside around<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" 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 wp-block-paragraph\" 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-fe48e5de 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\">A beautiful 19th-century building in a verdant estate<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Saumur\/Caves-Ackerman\/i-hb5zgNd\/0\/CchNwRBWh2rnPNQBfCNm92dG9zqdhX4sqPprtBwpk\/L\/caves-ackerman-saumur-L.jpg\" alt=\"building\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As you enter the village on Rue L\u00e9opold Palustre, on the banks of the River Thouet, you'll see the 19th-century building surrounded by trees and greenery.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The traditional method of winemaking<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Saumur\/Caves-Ackerman\/i-b65Tg38\/0\/FNx9pp4HvLdMBbG8QVSDWxv3BVg8bQ5tVhdJNHC82\/L\/caves-ackerman-saumur-me&#x301;thode-traditionnelle-vinification-1-L.jpg\" alt=\"explanation of the winemaking method\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During our wine tourism tour of the Ackerman Cellars, we learned about the winemaking process, in particular the traditional method used by the company. Educational panels and explanatory diagrams gave us a clearer idea of the different stages, from harvesting to tasting!<\/p>\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-8f761849 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-8f761849 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-fe48e5de 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 wp-block-paragraph\" 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\">The secrets of the pioneer of Loire fine bubbles<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Saumur\/Caves-Ackerman\/i-pDXpNSf\/0\/DxZfXmKhBqFWxFKbCchHxC4NLzXxNQgnBCBFR3gBC\/L\/caves-ackerman-saumur-fines-bulles-cremant-loire-L.jpg\" alt=\"Ackerman Cellars, pioneers of fine Loire bubbles\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Did you know that Ackerman Cellars is the oldest House of fine bubbles in the Loire? We learned on this tour that it specializes in the production of Saumur and Cr\u00e9mant de Loire appellations. A know-how that has been preserved and passed down for centuries!<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wine-making equipment: the pressing stage<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Saumur\/Caves-Ackerman\/i-bZVrkG7\/0\/DWdCFmbwJLKbPTftgg473XWFWTcPLzQxZLBLTPD2Q\/L\/caves-ackerman-saumur-vin-pressurage-L.jpg\" alt=\"wine pressing stage\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After the harvest, the 1st step in the winemaking process is pressing. We were lucky enough to admire the large wine press in the heart of these troglodyte caves carved out of the tufa stone. Quite fascinating, isn't it?<\/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-8f761849 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 class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" 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 ebook!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:14px\">If you wish to be informed of the publication of our <strong>guide 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class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\"><div class=\"wp-block-image ebook-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/e86ee8f5-ae95-4455-8e9f-bed61c85f6b5-640x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9500\" style=\"width:200px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/e86ee8f5-ae95-4455-8e9f-bed61c85f6b5-640x1024.png 640w, https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/e86ee8f5-ae95-4455-8e9f-bed61c85f6b5-188x300.png 188w, https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/e86ee8f5-ae95-4455-8e9f-bed61c85f6b5-768x1229.png 768w, https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/e86ee8f5-ae95-4455-8e9f-bed61c85f6b5.png 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stirring<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Saumur\/Caves-Ackerman\/i-4ZN9xG9\/0\/CW52bc56vrhTMhbMFTZZhWJb7rXFFkhPRRFMxvfZD\/L\/caves-ackerman-saumur-vin-remuage-L.jpg\" alt=\"wine stirring stage\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After fermentation, blending and disgorging, it's time for riddling. It was quite surprising to see all those bottles with their heads bowed.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Olfactory analysis of wine<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Saumur\/Caves-Ackerman\/i-sHzcXrN\/0\/CVpbcTrNVNbgXs5nM23g4V6cpfDDc8W7rcqL8SSTg\/L\/caves-ackerman-saumur-vin-chenin-L.jpg\" alt=\"olfactory analysis of wine\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As we made our way through these magnificent troglodyte caves, we were able to analyze the wine using our sense of smell. A preliminary step before the tasting that will bring this unusual visit to a close. Here you can see the turntable where we can smell the wine made from the Chenin grape.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Vaulted ceilings over 20m high<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Saumur\/Caves-Ackerman\/i-n7jzSdR\/0\/8z392Pr8KqfpQbvD27z6KFkxMCk65bbqmvk2sft\/L\/caves-ackerman-saumur-grottes-troglodytes-L.jpg\" alt=\"vaults\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let's continue our stroll through this immense labyrinth of rock-cut caves. Some vaults are over 20m high! Immerse yourself like us in this subterranean world to discover the secrets of Loire fine bubbles. The house's troglodytic cellars are the highest in the region.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Spectacular light shows in the caves<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Saumur\/Caves-Ackerman\/i-GkgvcLd\/0\/Gp5bDpp8LPWtjMsvbzdQFnzSNkzV5ZGwTjZDn2Zh\/L\/caves-ackerman-saumur-lumieres-grottes-L.jpg\" alt=\"light shows and artwork\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Art is also in the spotlight, with ephemeral and grandiose works of art in the heart of these singular caves. The staging and lighting effects enchanted us. Artist Julien Salaud, 1st winner of the Ackerman + Fontevraud Residency, exhibited his new work at the Ackerman Cellars: <em>Ecologia Naturotica<\/em>. Nails and white wires form a theatrical fresco reminiscent of nature on the cave's stone walls. A captivating experience!<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A map of the Loire wine route in the caves<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Vin-loire-vignobles\/i-JfCsLfc\/1\/C2PwPQmsMvwrFtnSWNV2R7qSdVkHjCJqkGv8K4n2M\/L\/Route_Vin_Loire_ackerman-L.jpg\" alt=\"Loire wine route map\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let's end this tour of troglodytic caves with a presentation of a beautifully illustrated map of the <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-excursions-road-tours-wine-loire\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Loire wine route<\/a>. It'll help you find your way around the vineyards and wines of this world-famous wine-growing region!<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A tasting of the company's emblematic cuv\u00e9es<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Saumur\/Caves\/i-crGzXD5\/0\/Cd7jfPtVm6jvN3RG7282vcSTCcGPRsw4rjxXvvThm\/L\/caves%20ackerman%20saumur-L.jpg\" alt=\"Wine bottles\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The icing on the cake is the long-awaited moment! To round off this original visit, we had the pleasure of tasting some of the company's great vintages, such as X Ros\u00e9 Brut Ackerman and Bulle Royale. In our opinion, Caves Ackerman is one of the best wine tastings in the Loire (see our article <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-wine-tastings-cellars-vineyards\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a>) and one of the best wine cellars in the Loire (see our article <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-cellars-wine-loire-tasting\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">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-8f761849 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<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ackerman Cellars in Saint-Hilaire Saint-Florent: access<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where are the Ackerman Cellars?<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In the village of Saint-Hilaire Saint-Florent<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>25min drive from<a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/royal-abbey-fontevraud\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Abbaye Royale de Fontevraud<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Located less than 10 minutes by car or bike, and 40 minutes' walk from <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/is-saumur-worth-visiting-reasons\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Saumur<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Access at 19 rue L\u00e9opold Palustre<\/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-attractions-saumur-1024x816.png\" alt=\"Map of must-see tourist attractions in and around Saumur.\" class=\"wp-image-6962\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Map of top attractions in and around Saumur including Caves Ackerman<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Access by car and parking<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you arrive by car, you'll drive along the Le Thouet river on Rue L\u00e9opold Palustre in Saint-Hilaire Saint-Florent. You can park in the Thouet public parking lot opposite the entrance to Caves Ackerman.<br\/>PRM-accessible parking is also available at the entrance to the house.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Saumur\/Caves-Ackerman\/i-Tv2KMJ2\/0\/ggC9ckZfVXS8BmMpFr3Ck8JNPQGGRFS9pX9bTgp6\/L\/caves-ackerman-saumur-vin-parking-L.jpg\" alt=\"parking\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Public transport access<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There is a bus network in the area, but you'll be very limited in terms of times and possibilities for getting to Ackerman Cellars. You can also get there by bike in just 10 minutes from Saumur.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Visiting difficulties<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We have not identified any particular difficulties on the Ackerman Cellars wine tour. The visit is on one level, and the store is also easily accessible. The official website indicates that the entire course is suitable for people with reduced mobility.<br\/>If you're claustrophobic, the circuit is underground for 45min to 1h, with no view of the outside. It's also 12\u00b0C all year round on the entire route, the ideal temperature for aging wines, so remember to bring appropriate clothing to keep out the cold.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Saumur\/Caves-Ackerman\/i-tS5MFk9\/0\/vCJDPGs9cCxB3KdfMPvF6LbrP7FV866B4Q3Gwzxz\/L\/caves-ackerman-saumur-grottes-troglodytes-vins-L.jpg\" alt=\"cellars\"\/><\/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\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 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\">HAVE FUN WITH THESE <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\"> activities<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"ul_box wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.viator.com\/Loire-Valley-tours\/Balloon-Rides\/d178-g1-c3?pid=P00074304&amp;mcid=42383&amp;medium=link&amp;medium_version=selector&amp;campaign=LL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Hot-air ballooning in the Loire Valley<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/chateau-de-cheverny-l35281\/au-depart-du-mans-tour-de-la-vallee-de-la-loire-a-velo-t388797\/?partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=LL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Chambord by bike<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/tours-l1320\/voyage-en-petit-groupe-d-une-journee-complete-dans-la-vallee-de-la-loire-au-depart-de-tours-t439719\/?partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=LL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Vineyards and tastings<\/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:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Chateaux-de-la-Loire\/Chateau-Chambord\/i-FCLLmzH\/0\/DSWDcPJtHGk4cBMm7NZMmfSfwVwnJMc5KqTwbXP9f\/S\/chambord-velo-S.jpg\" alt=\"cycling to chambord\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Visit the Ackerman Cellars: useful tips<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Schedules and prices<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Schedules:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cellars open year-round every day except December 25 and January 1<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>January to March and October to December: Monday to Saturday 10am-12.30pm\/2pm-6.30pm, Sunday 10am-12.30pm\/2.30pm-6.30pm<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>April to May: 9:30am-12:30pm\/14pm-7pm<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>June to September: 9.30am-7pm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The last visit takes place 1h30 before the store closes.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Price:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Self-guided tour: full price 9\u20ac\/ price 12 to 17 years 6\u20ac.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Guided tour: full price per person \u20ac12\/ price 12 to 17 years \u20ac8<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free for children under 10<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">See the latest news on the official website <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ackerman.fr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How long<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Allow around 1h30 depending on the wine tour you choose, including a visit to the cellars, artworks and wine tasting.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best moment<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There's really no better time to visit the Ackerman Cellars, as they are open all year round and offer fun, experiential wine tours without interruption. However, note that the summer period is synonymous with large crowds in the Loire region, so if you prefer to avoid the crowds, visit in spring, autumn or <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/visit-saumur-winter-things-to-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">winter<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Saumur\/Caves-Ackerman\/i-ZW6Xhzp\/0\/DttF3dT4rLXBvhPj2hz38kBvX9Qg2RWZjWFgFgwsz\/L\/caves-ackerman-saumur-fines-bulles-cremant-loire-1-L.jpg\" alt=\"Bottles\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Direction of visit<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There is a set direction for the visit, which follows the itinerary described above, with 45min to 1h underground in the troglodytic cellars, followed by a tasting session at the end, with access to the boutique.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Visiting with children<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The visit is accessible to children and can be quite original to do with the whole family to share this cultural and historical dimension of the know-how around wine in the region. We're sure the <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/troglodytes-saumur-hotels-attractions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">troglodytic caves<\/a> will delight young and old alike! And don't forget that children can enjoy a glass of grape juice during the wine tasting that closes the visit.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Eating out<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There's no place to eat. However, you're only a 10-minute drive from Saumur, so check out <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-restaurants-saumur-where-eat-reviews\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">our selection of the town's best restaurants<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hotels<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You're close to Saumur, which is a great place to stay. Here is our selection of the <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/where-stay-saumur-best-hotels-neighborhoods\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">best hotels in Saumur<\/a>. If you'd like to extend the experience in troglodytic caves:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>opt for a troglodyte hotel at Logis Demeure de la Vignole - <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/fr\/demeure-de-la-vignole.html?aid=2274925\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">see prices, photos and availability<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>or sleep in a ch\u00e2teau and spend an unforgettable night at Ch\u00e2teau de Br\u00e9z\u00e9 - see details <a href=\"https:\/\/www.chateaudebreze.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\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-8f761849 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 wp-block-paragraph\" 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-8f761849 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 wp-block-paragraph\" 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-8f761849 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 wp-block-paragraph\" 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 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-fe48e5de 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\" style=\"border-radius:4px;font-size:14px\">All our tips (coming soon)<strong>  <strong>  <\/strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-4676\" style=\"width: 16px;\" src=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/ArrowRight.webp\" alt=\"\"\/><\/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_auteur_voyage gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img_auteur_voyage img_provisoire\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/emmanuel-robinson\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Region-Lovers\/Equipe\/i-rHp5vtv\/0\/DxhGfR3RHZSTt9vfBxH7TBtFTC5vkk673Gmjm7MHS\/L\/manu-L.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"titre_auteur_voyage\"><span>HE MADE THE TRIP <\/span><span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Manu<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container 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A pioneer of fine Loire bubbles, this renowned house offered us an unforgettable sensory experience. A wine tour, winemaking methods, experiential art and wine tasting &#8211; you&#8217;ll be captivated by this timeless experience in troglodytic cellars!Here are some useful tips for planning your visit to Ackerman Cellars en [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":9,"featured_media":8066,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_genesis_hide_title":false,"_genesis_hide_breadcrumbs":false,"_genesis_hide_singular_image":false,"_genesis_hide_footer_widgets":false,"_genesis_custom_body_class":"","_genesis_custom_post_class":"","_genesis_layout":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[106],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-8070","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-saumur-and-its-surroundings","entry"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.8 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Cellars Ackerman (Saumur): visit + 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