Here are some useful tips for planning your visit to the Ch\u00e2teau in the charming village of Montsoreau.<\/p>\n\n This guide is completely independent<\/strong>, based on our experiences. We visited the region anonymously, making our own choices and paying our bills in full.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n Absolutely! In addition to the magnificent views of the village of Montsoreau and the Loire River, you can discover contemporary art collections in a historic 15th-century setting. For us, this amazing ch\u00e2teau is even on our list of the best ch\u00e2teaux around Saumur!<\/a><\/p>\n\n >>> Book your ticket in advance here!<\/a><\/p>\n\n Downtown<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Enjoy the city, its restaurants and beautiful architecture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In the countryside around<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n 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 See our reviews of the best hotels in Saumur<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Take a look at the ch\u00e2teau from the quays of the Loire to appreciate its distinctive architecture. Built between 1443 and 1453 directly in the riverbed on stilt foundations, it has an unusual silhouette that you won't find anywhere else! Walk along the riverbank to discover the different perspectives offered by this original layout and understand the technical challenges that such a construction represented at the time.<\/p>\n\n Once inside the building, you'll need to take a look at the main dwelling, typical of 15th-century architecture. The facade is composed of several levels with evenly-spaced cross-mullioned windows framed by sculpted pilasters.<\/p>\n\n The cylindrical tower topped by a conical slate roof adds an elegant verticality to the whole. Machicolations and ornate dormer windows testify to the transition from medieval defensive architecture to Renaissance living. The inner courtyard offers an interesting perspective on these different architectural elements...<\/p>\n\n See our tips<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n Since 2016, the ch\u00e2teau has housed a Museum of Contemporary Art, exhibiting works from Philippe M\u00e9aille's personal collection. The first floor houses the permanent collection, which focuses on conceptual art, while the upper floors host temporary exhibitions. To find out what's currently on, visit the ch\u00e2teau's official website here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n This is undoubtedly the Ch\u00e2teau's greatest asset! From the terraces, you'll enjoy a panoramic view of the slate roofs of the village of Montsoreau.<\/p>\n\n And on the other side, the Loire, peaceful and luminous, unwinds its silver ribbon, welcoming the changing reflections of the sky in the gentle movement of its eddies. Finally, we recommend you round off your visit by strolling through the cobbled streets of the village of Montsoreau. Labelled \"Plus Village de France\", it offers a number of different viewpoints from which to appreciate how the ch\u00e2teau fits into the historic urban fabric.<\/p>\n\n All the photos, maps, information, good addresses to make your stay in the Loire Valley<\/strong> a success, will soon be gathered<\/strong> in a single ebook!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n The village of Montsoreau can be reached via the D947, which runs alongside the Loire. From Saumur, follow signs for Chinon\/Montsoreau.<\/p>\n\n There's a free parking lot at Quai Alexandre Dumas, on the banks of the Loire, at the foot of the ch\u00e2teau (15 spaces), or the Arceau parking lot, a 5-minute walk away, also free but with more spaces.<\/p>\n\n From Saumur SNCF train station, you can reach Montsoreau by bus (line 1 of the Anjoubus network) in around 25 minutes. The \"Montsoreau Bourg\" bus stop is a 3-minute walk from the ch\u00e2teau. Check bus timetables on the official website here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n Book your train tickets here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n And if you're coming by bike, there are many cycle routes along the Loire that lead to Montsoreau. The ch\u00e2teau has secure bicycle racks.<\/p>\n\n The castle is not difficult to visit, with well-maintained stone staircases. The historic spiral staircase needs a little attention.<\/p>\n\n Please note that only the first floor of the museum is wheelchair accessible.<\/p>\n\n The Ch\u00e2teau de Montsoreau is open daily from 12pm to 6pm (winter) and 10am to 7pm (summer). Prices are as follows:<\/p>\n\n Book your ticket in advance here!<\/a><\/p>\n\n See the latest news on the official website here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n Depending on your interest in contemporary art, we recommend you allow 1 to 2 hours to visit the entire ch\u00e2teau and appreciate the collections. You'll also have time to enjoy the views over the Loire.<\/p>\n\n As with all museums, it gets busier in the afternoons, but thanks to its location a little off the beaten tourist track, it's reasonably busy.<\/p>\n\n There's no set way to visit it, but we recommend that you first appreciate the castle's architecture before discovering the art exhibitions it contains.<\/p>\n\n The Ch\u00e2teau offers tours for school groups and educational workshops. We spotted a few tables available in one of the ch\u00e2teau's areas for a picnic. Otherwise, it would seem that Restaurant Le Montsorelli <\/strong>has a magnificent terrace where you can enjoy a longer view of the castle.<\/p>\n\n The town of Saumur is only 20 minutes from the village of Montsoreau, and offers a very pleasant range of hotels, which we were delighted to try out. 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The structure of the fortress from the banks of the Loire River<\/h3>\n\n
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Where to find Ch\u00e2teau de Montsoreau<\/h3>\n\n
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Visiting difficulties<\/h3>\n\n
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Schedules and prices<\/h3>\n\n
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Direction of visit<\/h3>\n\n
Visiting with children<\/h3>\n\n
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DON'T MISS THE BEST CASTLES IN the Loire Valley<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n
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