The "Must Do" in Anjou & the Loire Valley

Gennes offers an exceptional area of nature, history and authenticiy. 15 km west of Saumur, the Gennois (the county around Gennes) has the highest concentration of Caves and Stone Formation in Anjou as well as many Gallo-Roman remains. The most famous is the amphitheater of Gennes. 

The Loire villages of the Thoureil, Chenehutte-Treves-Cunault are two "Small Towns of Character" bordering Gennes. They are perfect for easy walks, where you can see the old ports, stone embankments and traditional Loire boats.

Castle of Saumur on the Loire river

Diversity and harmony characterises the identity of what Saumur and its surroundings offer to visitors:

• The Royal Abbey of Fontevraud,
• The Castles & chateau of Saumur, Montsoreau, Brissac and Breze,
• The rich Architecture of Saumur with its 63 Historical Monuments,
• The Presentations of the Equestrian Tradition performed by the Cadre Noir
• The Tank Museum - the biggest Exhibition of War Tanks in Europe
• The tremendous Variety of good still and sparkling Wines like the Saumur-Champigny and the Cremant de Loire