Sights in Pays de la Loire

Historical Monuments in Les Sables-d'Olonne

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This imposing tower is located in the historical district of Chaume. It is the ancient defensive tower of the castle of Santa Clar

Cathedrals in Angers

Angers Cathedral

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The cathedral of Saint Maurice is one of several medieval monuments in the area. Only the walls survive of the original structure,

Historical Monuments in Pornic

Ladders Fouquet and Galipaud

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The Fouquet and Galipaud stairs are behind the Casino, near the old port and the Fraiseraie. They are a set of small narrow street

Historical Monuments in Angers

Le Grand Theatre

This theatre has an impressive architecture. The first time I went I saw a play, and the second, I went to admire a contemporary d

Abbeys in Le Mans

L'Epau Abbey

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This monastic center was founded in 1229 by the widow of Richard Coeur de Lion, Berengaria of Navarre, and forms together with the

Castles in Cheffes

Plessis-Bourré Castle

The castle of Plessis-Bourre is spectacular! One of the most wonderful monuments of Pays de la Loire. Its perfect condition make t

Castles in Haute-Goulaine

Goulaine Castle

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At the western end of Pays de la Loire, in the shadows of the trees is this amazing stately structure of the High Middle Ages. It

Castles in Saint-Georges-sur-Loire

Serrant Castle

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It seemed unlikely that this marvelous building would be to exceeded but when we entered it was, outside is a wonderful, a palace

Castles in Sainte-Suzanne

Sainte-Suzanne Castle

The first time I saw the castle of Sainte-Suzanne, evening came and I must admit that the color of the sky made me fall in love wi

Castles in Brézé

Brézé Castle

The two white slate towers stand on the straight facade of Brézé Castle. This building with emblazoned walls is one of the most ma

Historical Monuments in Angers

Tour Saint-Aubin

The bell tower, 54 metres high, was part of the ancient abbey of Saint Aubin, which housed the saint's tomb from the year 550. Dur

Castles in Mazé

Château de Montgeoffroy

The famous castle route in the Loire Valley in France has many interesting points, not only the castles but other small areas and

Castles in Fontenay-le-Comte

Terre-Neuve Castle

The castle of Terre-Neuve is a jewel of the French Renaissance. Its large gardens bring to mind a pompous era of outdoor banquets,

Historical Monuments in Pornichet

Belle Epoque Villas

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Pornichet city captivates visitors with its coastal city architecture. Then you fall in love with its typical villages (like Breto

Squares in Nantes

La Bolsa Square

The Plaza de la Bolsa is right in the shopping area of Nantes, next to the Chamber of Commerce. The restaurants, bars and restau

Historical Monuments in Nantes

The Lu Tower

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This tower is the emblem of the famous brand LU (Lefevre Utile) with their cookies of the same name. Today, the tower has been tra

Historical Monuments in Nantes

Feydeau Island

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This area was once, as its name indicates, an island surrounded by water. The place has been replaced by landscaping. The marshy a

Churches in Saint-Jean-de-Monts

Church of San Juan Bautista

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The Church of San Juan Bautista is situated in the Church Square in the city center, 5 minutes away from the sea. It is surrounded