The Pays de la Loire is a contrast in environments: it has 300 km of Atlantic coastline which contrasts with the lush, green countryside through which flows the river Loire.


5 reasons to visit Pays de la Loire :

- For the Loire Chateaux and world class monuments:
For the first time, the 19 most significant and historically important Chateaux and monuments of both Val de la Loire and Pays de la Loire, have come together to offer one informative website that clearly details the history, significance and location of each one, plus all relevant partnerships.

- Europe’s first Horticultural theme park:
TERRA BOTANICA, Europe’s first theme park devoted entirely to the understanding and discovery of plant life, will open in April 2010. Perfectly located near Angers, France’s leading horticultural region, TERRA BOTANICA aims to be both fun and educational, offering the visitor an exciting adventure into the world of plants.

- For the Wine Route:
The first Loire Wine Route has been created to discover the treasures of this enchanting region where, along its 88km course, the richness of its heritage and flavour of its ‘terrioir’ may be explored and enjoyed by car, bicycle or on foot along the vineyard paths.

- For your health and wellbeing:
The Loire à Vélo’s 800 km routes, between Cuffy and Saint-Brevin-les-Pins, are a great way to discover the rich diversity of the Loire Valley. More than 150 “Accueil Vélo” accommodation sites (hotels, campgrounds and bed & breakfasts) provide bikes for hire and/or service, cycling-friendly food and baggage forwarding.

- For the cultural diversity of its cities:
The Pays de la Loire consists of five counties, each with its own character and style. Nantes is the cultural hub and an exciting and thriving metropolis. Angers, Saumur, Le Mans, Laval and Cholet are similarly elegant, enchanting towns with exciting shops, galleries and museums.