Book a Family Villa in France and Visit the Fairytale Location of Saumur
For a fairytale adventure on a break to a family villa in France, why not consider the beautiful location of Saumur in the Loire Valley? If you're looking to stay at a villa in Loire, the town of Saumur could be the perfect choice if you're hoping to experience culture and history on a holiday in the country.
Once you've got settled in your holiday cottage in France, set about exploring the area and you'll find it to be a picturesque location with elegant townhouses and a sprawling chateau that looks like something from a fairytale.
The graceful building has high turrets and makes for breathtaking viewing.
Initially built in the tenth century, the castle was later destroyed and rebuilt by Henry II of England in the 12th century.
Over the years, the fortress has been used as an army barracks, prison and a museum dedicated to horses.
Inside, you can explore the structure's watchtower and dungeons and view a collection of antique toys and soldier figurines.
The region has a strong military history and as such, you'll find a cavalry museum nearby.
Here you can trace the timeline of the French cavalry since Charles VII's reign in 1445 until the modern day.
Other interesting attractions in the area include various networks of caves.
Some were carved into cliff faces by cave dwellers in the 15th century, while others were dug into the ground by monks.
A curious place to visit is the mushroom museum - also housed in the caves.
Inside, you'll find a world of wild and cultivated mushrooms awaits you.
As well as its many fascinating attractions, Saumur is in a prime location for visiting nearby areas famous for producing wine.
The Loire Valley is known across the globe for its excellent wines so journey to the surrounding vineyards and watch the process of grapes being taken from the vine and made into the tipple.
You might even like to try some yourself.
Among the nearest places to call in at for an insight into the world of wine-making are Nantes and Angers, so pick up a bottle to take home as a memento or enjoy back at your French holiday cottage.
There's so much more to explore in Saumur too, so don't miss a trip to the nearby mills and the motor museum also in the area.
Once you've got settled in your holiday cottage in France, set about exploring the area and you'll find it to be a picturesque location with elegant townhouses and a sprawling chateau that looks like something from a fairytale.
The graceful building has high turrets and makes for breathtaking viewing.
Initially built in the tenth century, the castle was later destroyed and rebuilt by Henry II of England in the 12th century.
Over the years, the fortress has been used as an army barracks, prison and a museum dedicated to horses.
Inside, you can explore the structure's watchtower and dungeons and view a collection of antique toys and soldier figurines.
The region has a strong military history and as such, you'll find a cavalry museum nearby.
Here you can trace the timeline of the French cavalry since Charles VII's reign in 1445 until the modern day.
Other interesting attractions in the area include various networks of caves.
Some were carved into cliff faces by cave dwellers in the 15th century, while others were dug into the ground by monks.
A curious place to visit is the mushroom museum - also housed in the caves.
Inside, you'll find a world of wild and cultivated mushrooms awaits you.
As well as its many fascinating attractions, Saumur is in a prime location for visiting nearby areas famous for producing wine.
The Loire Valley is known across the globe for its excellent wines so journey to the surrounding vineyards and watch the process of grapes being taken from the vine and made into the tipple.
You might even like to try some yourself.
Among the nearest places to call in at for an insight into the world of wine-making are Nantes and Angers, so pick up a bottle to take home as a memento or enjoy back at your French holiday cottage.
There's so much more to explore in Saumur too, so don't miss a trip to the nearby mills and the motor museum also in the area.