Saumur is one of the bigger cities in the Loire Valley. It is located between Tours and Angers. The inner city contains many stately mansions in a very green environment. The most...

Saumur is one of the bigger cities in the Loire Valley. It is located between Tours and Angers. The inner city contains many stately mansions in a very green environment. The most impressive sight of the town is -as always- the chateua which dominates the city. Climb the stairs and you get a lovekly view over the valley. The museum in the castle focuses mostly on equestrian sports. In july Saumur is also the location of a famous horse parade.

The region around Saumur is famous for the production of excellent white wines and mushrooms.

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