Angers

Angers is the capital of the historic province of Anjou, which is considered as one of the most beautiful cities in France. Among its many notable structures are the magnificent twin-spiraled Cathedral of Saint Maurice and the massive Castle of Angers with its moat and soaring towers. Angers was once inhabited by fierce Celtic people who tenaciously opposed the Roman penetration.

Several religious wars later led to the decline of the castle and Henry III ordered it to be demolished in 1585. The cylindrical towers of the pentagonal stronghold began to be torn down and the conical roof and the upper part were dismantled.

Today the castle of Angers houses a tapestry museum that includes the famous Apocalypse series of Nicholas Bataille who did the weaving and Hennequin de Bruges did the painting. It is 140 meters long.

This city is also renowned for the purity of the French language spoken here. Many cultural activities are available in and around the city, including visits to monuments, museums, and the annual Festival d'An.

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You can tour the distillery and visit the Cointreau Museum before trying a most refreshing aperitif - Cointreau poured over a glass of crushed ice and fresh lime.

With your belly full, it is time to turn your attention to the Musée des Beaux-Arts (Fine Arts Museum) housed in a historic mansion. It underwent a €33 million refurbishment in 2004 and features paintings from the 15th century to the present day.

You can visit Angers Château to see the Apocalypse tapestry made during the Hundred Years War.

You can visit the 12th-century Cathedral to appreciate the Gothic architecture and the beautiful stained glass.

During the summer, head for Port d'Angers (also called Cale de la Savatte) opposite the Castle to take a boat trip along La Maine River. Or go cycling through the parks and discover the Jardin Botanique (Botanical Gardens). Ask at the Angers tourist board for the discovery tours leaflet for self-guided tours. The one called "The Maine, Fountains and Gardens" will take you to all Angers' green spaces.