Cities and urban tourism

Between city breaks and urban tourism, the cities in Atlantic Loire Valley have a whole lot to offer. There's Nantes, Angers and Le Mans to choose from, among others, so enjoy a weekend in the city and soak up the culture. With restaurants, museums, heritage and shopping galore, these are ideal destinations for city escapes as a couple or with friends!

5 good reasons to visit La Roche-sur-Yon

Built by Napoleon, La Roche-sur-Yon has plenty more assets to show off than its prestigious origins! Enjoy 5 unmissable or unexpected experiences in this dynamic city in Vendée.

24 hours in Le Mans

Treat yourself to a trip to Le Mans and discover the unmissable points of interest in the City of the Cenomani, as well as little places that are often well-hidden! Here's our suggestion for a well-paced tour over a typical day.

10 amazing events in Laval!

Set a course for the seductive Laval which, far from resting on the laurels of its astounding heritage, is always on the go, offering a host of varied events every year. Here is a selection of ten that are bound to please everyone.

10 amazing experiences in Saint-Nazaire!

Discover what was once known as the "Little Breton California" with 10 brilliant experiences! Facing out to the wide-open sea, Saint-Nazaire is well worth discovering, with a host of surprises in store...

Three places perched high in Nantes!

There is a surprising way to discover the City of the Dukes of Brittany: from a height! These three amazing places – all at the top of their game – are a good start.

Explore the Egyptian tombs at the Musée de Tessé in Le Mans

The basement at the Musée de Tessé in Le Mans is home to an incredible curiosity: the full-scale reconstruction of the Egyptian tombs of Nefertari, the wife of Ramses II and Sennefer, governor of Thebes. Be teleported three thousand years back in time...

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Saumur: unusual museums!

Incredible armoured vehicles, a genuine Ariane rocket engine, the jacket of general De Lattre de Tassigny, mushrooms from all four corners of the world, and more! Explore the astonishing collections on display in the museums of Saumur.

24 hours in Angers

With amazing museums, charming houses, delightful boutiques and gourmet spots, Angers is bursting with must-visit places and points of interest for a city escape!

10 secret places in Nantes

A hidden garden, a secret restaurant, a discreet art gallery... Beyond these unmissable sites, Nantes has plenty of other surprises in store! Here's a little overview, in images, of the places that locals like to keep under wraps.

The amazing Musée du Textile in Cholet

Discover the Musée du Textile (Textile Museum) in Cholet, located within the walls of an old laundry and designed in real style. The place recounts the town's industrial saga and immerses visitors in the atmosphere of workshops as they once were.

Angers' secret gourmet spots

Savour a meal at the tempting spots across Angers, the ultimate gourmet city! We've unearthed ones only familiar to those in the know or tucked away out of sight...

24 hours in Nantes

Monuments, boutiques, gourmet stops and unusual museums all await you. Stroll through the City of the Ducs de Bretagne and discover unmissable points of interest or hidden haunts!

City break in Pays de la Loire: unusual guided tours

Nantes, Angers and Le Mans form the winning trio for a city break in Pays de la Loire. Easily accessible from Paris by train or car, these western cities offer the perfect backdrop for a successful weekend getaway just a few hours from the capital.