Explore Chenehutte-treves-cunault: A Gem in Maine-et-Loire

The Thouet Valley is discovered at the rate of cycling thanks to a marked route on small roads and farm tracks or bike paths. Affluent of the Loire, the Thouet is a discreet river which hides many treasures. Along its 150 km, it meanders through varied landscapes and authentic villages. This bike route is accompanied by loops that complete the discovery of Thouarsais, vineyards to the plains. More information on www.valleeduthouet.fr Le Thouet by bike is one of the sections of the Vélo Francette, a route linking Normandy to the Charente coast, via the Thouarsais. www.lavelofrancette.com So do not hesitate to ride your bike for unexpected and preserved discoveries! New: order online your picnic prepared by local restaurateurs with local products !!! All information on www.lebonpicnic.com

On the borders of Poitou and Anjou, Saix offers visitors its Poitevin hamlet, marked by the memory of Sainte-Radegonde. This path allows views on castles or wine estates, with beautiful panoramas on the North of Poitou where the vine and the tuffeau are married.

At the exit of the village of Saix, the path introduces you little by little in a forest environment. Come and live a pleasant moment in contact with these majestic trees. The views follow one another: dovecotes, vineyards or the chapel in memory of Sainte-Radegonde. Beautiful discoveries in perspective.

12.5 km hike from the church square in St Martin de Sanzay, village located 12km north of Thouars and the border of Maine and Loire. Walk that will allow you to discover heritage sites and appreciate the agrarian landscape, fruit of the long work of man on his environment. Download card http://randoendeuxsevres.fr/index.php?id_product=1705&controller=product and on sale at the Tourist Office of Pays Thouarsais

This path will allow you to appreciate the remarkable troglodytic heritage of the picturesque villages where the troglos were dug in the local blacnhe stone, the tuffeau. It will lead you to the heart of the vineyards, where famous grape varieties such as Cabernet Franc or Pinot Blanc de Loire are grown.

A short, signposted route through the Poitou vineyards at the gateway to Anjou. Within a small area, the historic and built heritage is incomparably rich: picturesque villages, troglodytic sites, mills, dolmens, wash-houses and dovecotes form an uninterrupted string of secret nuggets.

Follow the purple arrows and discover the vineyards and villages between the Thouet and Argenton rivers!

This circuit will make you see several dolmens, a "mound" where large slabs were collected by our ancestors of the Neolithic, a hike that alternates between fields and undergrowth that crosses pretty villages.

Discover the small villages Thouarsais between plain and hills and stop your eyes on the town of Tourtenay, unique village of Deux-Sèvres showing a troglodyte habitat!

Beuxes, a small village with a thousand discoveries: ponds, streams and castles offer you beautiful panoramas and stories of the Nord-Poitou and Touraine regions... a trip to the country where the cultivation of truffles was invented!

Blanche and Patrice welcome you to this warm and colourful house, which sleeps 8 to 10 people and has been lovingly renovated over 2 floors. This holiday rental is aptly named, as it is perched on the hillside overlooking the valley, with a panoramic view of the Loire. Let yourself be charmed by the surrounding greenery and the colours of nature. Outside, you'll find an enclosed garden, a shady terrace, deckchairs and an electric griddle for sharing and laughter! The surrounding countryside is ideal for walking (GR3 200m away) or cycling to discover historic sites and meet enthusiastic producers. All the conditions are right for a wonderful break together. Enjoy your stay in the Loire Valley!

The rooms are located in a beautiful residence, with a lovely flower-filled terrace overlooking the Loire. The property, which also includes a gîte for 4 people, also has a pleasant garden. The two bedrooms, Eléonore (15 m²) and Clotilde (13 m²), are upstairs. Each has the same facilities (view of the Loire, courtesy tray, private bathroom with WC) but the decoration is personalised. A large, cosy room on the ground floor serves delicious breakfasts, with many home-made products. There is also a lounge area where guests can relax and read a book from the library or watch a television programme. From this guest house, you can easily explore the region, on foot (hiking trails and GR3), by bike (on the La Loire à Vélo/la Vélo Francette itinerary) or by car. There are plenty of sites, activities and restaurants nearby. Enjoy your stay in the Loire Valley!

As you approach this splendid rental property, you won't be able to keep your eyes off the Loire. First you cross the courtyard of this beautiful property, then you come into view of a private, lush, flower-filled garden of almost 40m². On the ground floor of "Le Clos Eugénie" is a colourful bedroom with a pretty tuffeau fireplace, typical of the region, and a shower room. A few steps lead up to a large and very pleasant open-plan living area with a kitchenette, lounge and dining area. The sofa-bed gives you plenty of space for socialising during the day, as well as providing an extra bed for the night. Isabelle and Christophe Robertson will give you a warm welcome when you arrive and will give you all the advice you need to make the most of your stay in this pretty little "Cité de Caractère" on the banks of the Loire, on the route of La Loire à Vélo. The property also has 2 guest rooms in the owners' home. Enjoy your stay in the Loire Valley!

8km from Saumur, the Terre d'Entente campsite has 84 pitches - shaded or sunny - for tents, motorhomes and caravans. Facing the Loire or out of sight... The choice is yours! You can also opt for accommodation in a mobile home, lodge on stilts, canvas bungalow or "Lotus Belle" tent, as well as in a "CampEtoiles" or "Cyclotente". The Terre d'Entente campsite offers services such as free Wi-Fi, bread and pastries delivery, breakfasts, a grocery shop selling organic and/or local produce, a snack bar (open from May to mid-September from Thursday lunchtime to Sunday evening, and in July and August open for lunch and dinner except Mondays) serving seasonal and local produce, loan of games and sports equipment, and bike and canoe hire. Young and old alike can enjoy the play areas, table tennis, petanque pitch and pony rides. In summer, there's a weekly entertainment programme (wine tasting, market, etc.). Whether you're a keen explorer, a nature lover or a sportsman, you'll find the following nearby: châteaux, vineyards, troglodyte dwellings, typical regional restaurants, churches, museums, bike rides and canoe trips. More than just a campsite, we offer you an open-air holiday that respects the environment, in an unspoilt setting where all cultures and all generations will find their place.

The Huttopia Saumur campsite is a haven of peace located in the magnificent Saumur region of France. Nestling in the heart of the Loire valley, this campsite offers an exceptional natural setting with a breathtaking view over the wild Loire and is only 15 minutes from the town centre. An ideal stop-off point on the Loire à Vélo cycle route. Accommodation : Chalets, caravans, mobile homes, converted tents Pitches for tents, caravans, motorhomes and vans. With or without electricity. Little extras: accommodation or pitches with a view of the Loire. Nearby: visits to troglodyte sites, a trip to the Cavalry Museum or the Armoured Forces Museum, a visit to the châteaux of Saumur or Chinon... It's also an opportunity to attend an equestrian performance by the famous Cadre Noir de Saumur. Canoe hire. Visit the famous châteaux of the Loire, the famous vineyards and the charming picturesque villages.

Welcome to the gîte La Petite Maison, where nature, peace and authenticity reign! Located in Gennes Val de Loire, in the former commune of Chenehutte, this gîte is the ideal place for a couple to get together, close to a host of tourist attractions. So get your hiking boots ready! The Loire, its cycling and walking trails, its many guinguettes open in season and its mild climate are just 5 minutes away. The perfect opportunity to discover the many charming villages along the river (Gennes, Le Thoureil, Saint Clément des Levées...). 15 minutes away is the town of Saumur, with its château and famous black frame. The Royal Abbey of Fontevraud is 35 minutes away. For a day out, the Doué-en-Anjou Biopark is 20 minutes away. Angers, with its historic town centre, Saint-Maurice Cathedral and Château des Ducs d'Anjou, is just 45 minutes away. This charming, detached, single-storey cottage opens onto a bright living room on the ground floor, with a fitted kitchen and sitting area with TV. Adjoining this room is a bedroom with a 140cmx190cm bed. The shower room is accessible from the bedroom. Outside, you'll enjoy a large flower-filled garden area, with garden furniture under the pergola, barbecue and sun loungers. The garden is not enclosed. Private parking space. The gîte has poor telephone reception, but it is possible to make calls using wi-fi. Included in the rental price: wi-fi internet. Additional charges: electricity above 8 kwh/day, heating (electric).

Your choice of room: Loire side, wood side or view of the Tour de Trèves. This recently-built house is nestled in the middle of 6,000 m² of parkland, with a flower garden and a large wooded area, where you can catch glimpses of roe deer, hinds and other woodland inhabitants at dawn and dusk. On the terrace facing the Loire, you can watch all kinds of birds, migratory or otherwise, and in particular a family of swans that have made their home between Trèves and Cunault. Which room will you choose for your next stay? The 28 m² "Layon" room is on one level, with parquet flooring and a private terrace overlooking the woods. King-size bed that can be made into a twin. Additional single bed available on request. En-suite bath. Sleeps 2 to 3 people. The 20 m² "Aubance" room, also with parquet flooring, is on the ground floor and offers a view of the Loire. Sleeps 2 with king-size bed. Italian-style shower. The 25 m² "Bourgueil" room, located on the first floor, offers a view of the magnificent Tour de Trèves. It has a king-size bed and a sofa bed. Extra bed for 1 person available on request. Italian-style shower. Sleeps 2 to 4. All rooms have a fan and courtesy tray with kettle for enjoying a cup of tea or coffee. Private bathroom with hairdryer and toiletries. Ideally situated on the GR3 and La Loire à Vélo/Le Vélo Francette itineraries, on the banks of the royal river, between Angers and Saumur and a stone's throw from the superb Tour de Trèves. In the heart of the Petite Cité de Caractère of Chênehutte-Trèves-Cunault. Anne Rerat also offers a table d'hôtes, by prior arrangement. After a day of sightseeing (there's no shortage of things to do in the area!), or just relaxing in the lush greenery, Anne Rerat will be delighted to serve you a delicious meal made with local produce purchased locally.

A few metres underground, in Saumur, visitors can discover an unusual miniature park: in a former troglodytic quarry, a sculptor has reproduced the monuments of the Loire Valley in stone. Each work is a hymn to beauty and to the work of the builders. This unique exhibition is the work of Breton sculptor Philippe Cormand. It took him a total of three years to produce all these meticulously detailed reproductions. The tour takes visitors through some twenty locations sculpted down to the finest detail, sometimes directly into the wall. It's an educational and artistic stroll for all ages, offering a different perspective on the architectural heritage of Anjou and Touraine.

In a site listed by the Fondation du Patrimoine, stroll from garden to garden. A garden like no other, rich in the biodiversity of plants discovered, identified and cultivated by man. A harmonious, lively place where you can stroll, relax, contemplate, learn and reflect on man's relationship with nature, in time and space.

Heir of a prestigious military history, the Cadre noir has a mission of training and outreaching equitation in the French tradition. Visits through the great indoor arena, the stables and the tack room will take you on a voyage of discovery of the history of the Cadre Noir since its creation in 1815. You will discover a place where the relationship between man and horse becomes magical. The public performances allow you to watch the ecuyers of the Cadre Noir at work in the Grand Manège. The commentary provided by an ecuyer will give you an appreciation of the work involved in training the horse, jumping, in long reins, the airs above the ground, and classical riding.

An original collection devoted to combustion engines of all types, you will observe real works of industrial art, restored by enthusiasts. This museum traces the evolution of the engine since its creation. The exhibits allow a historical, technical and educational approach to the development of mechanical energy. Automotive, airplane and even rocket engines will no longer hold any secrets for you! Be sure to observe the Baltard-style architecture of the building.

René I of Anjou’s "Château of Love " on its "emerald rock", the Château de Saumur played host to kings and prisoners and is one of the greatest and last untouched remnants of princely architecture from the Valois dynasty in the Middle Ages. The château appeared in all its glory in the Très Riches Heures du duc de Berry illumination and has had a turbulent past, narrowly avoiding demolition. The 11th century Romanesque tower was surrounded by four round towers before it was levelled off. Louis I of Anjou decided to transform the château into a palace. In the 15 century, his son, Louis II, made it look how you see it now. King René’s spirit may linger but, for a century after his death, it was left empty until the protestant Duplessis-Mornay moved in in 1589. Dark times came after the governor was forced into exile following Henri IV’s assassination. The château was pillaged by Louis XIII’s soldiers and saved from demolition by Napoleon I who turned it into a state prison. Saumur Council bought it in 1906 to restore it to house the municipal museum, approved by Musée de France, displaying notably Count Charles Lair’s collection. The first floor of the castle houses an exceptional collection of decorative arts including furniture, tapestries and ceramics from the 14th to the 18th century. As an international horse riding capital, Saumur collects harness equipment from Antiquity to the early 20th century. A selection from the Horse collection (saddles, bits, stirrups) is on display in the former abbey.

A unique site where hundreds of sculptures were carved on tuffeau stone, between the 15th and the 17th century. Still today, the cave remains a historical enigma. La Cave aux sculptures is a Historical Monument, inscribed in the national heritage of France by André Malraux in 1969.

Le Mystère des Faluns, is an artistic walk in wonderful underground galleries at "Les Perrieres"...and a journey throught the geological and human history of this site. Light projections on the rock, sound productions, meeting with the jellyfishes, a shark or a rhinoceros... Each scenes inspired by science, will help you to explore an important stage in the history of the Perrieres.

Come and follow the steps of the archeologists who discovered this unique, fascinating site carved rightout of the sea of shell beds. You will be surprised to find out how, through the ages, men have managed to reuse this subterraneanspace. T Come and follow the steps of the archeologists who discovered this unique, fascinating site carved rightout of the sea of shell beds. You will be surprised to find out how, through the ages, men have managed to reuse this subterraneanspace for the last 1500 years : stone quarry, underground shelter, Middle Ages dwellings, storage silos,troglodytic chapel, wine-producing site…This unique site in Europe, one among listed heritage sites, brings to light the astonishing roles of cavedwellings.

Installed in a Chateau of the Loire, a museum of contemporary art with an exceptional collection. The 30 meter high terraces of the castle offer exceptional views of the Loire, the confluence of the Vienne and the Loire and the village of Montsoreau. Since 2016, the Château de Montsoreau has been home to Philippe Méaille’s collection of contemporary art. Displayed over three floors (2500m2 of exhibition area), this collection is the world's largest art fund of works by the Art & Language movement, a collective of artists who created Conceptual Art. Throughout the year, concerts, conferences, performances and temporary exhibitions put the spotlight on important international artists.

This picnic area offers you, at the edge of a pond, many tables, sheltered or not, very spaced out from each other, play structures for children, a mini golf (2€50 per game), barbecue.

Fishing, tennis, village cottages (labellized Gites de France 2 ears), playground and picnic, mini golf, fitness trail, service area and parking for camper. Multisports ground. No swimming. 10 ha lake located on the bike route of the Thouet Valley. Fishing prohibited in December and closure of predator fishing in February and March. Close to hiking and biking trails

Le Carahutta, bar and restaurant, traditional cuisine, welcomes you all year round. You can enjoy the pleasant terrace on the banks of the Loire in fine weather, and in autumn and winter enjoy the warmth of the restaurant... on the other side of the road! Daily specials, salads, set menus... The menu changes regularly with the seasons. A great address and a Chef singled out in the 2021 edition of the Guide 109 ("the new blood of French cuisine") Gault & Millau, "the guide to today's talents"! A must-try! From 30/11/2024 to 31/12/2025, every day. Not closed for annual holidays.

With friends, business or family, chef Richard Prouteau offers you a menu of delicate dishes, in which each product is nobly showcased on beautiful plates. Selected with passion and love by the chef, each seasonal ingredient, mainly from the best producers in the region, is cooked in the spirit of French gastronomy, with finesse and boldness. At lunchtime, discover the whole culinary world of Le Castellane with the "Instant" menu, for a three-course lunch, and in the evening, succumb to the "Castellane" menu, where you will be guided by Richard Prouteau on an epicurean journey to the heart of Loire gastronomy. Open every day.

The guinguette La Toue Cabanée opens its doors during the summer season to the delight of young and old alike. There, you can spend a timeless moment over lunch, dinner, nibbles to share, or simply over a local beer or a house cocktail. On a regular basis, you can enjoy live music, special evenings and events of all kinds, and children have fun at the weekly kids' club. From 08/04 to 31/10/2023

Drinks, ice creams, catering using local produce. Outside, in a friendly atmosphere. Shaded terrace, playground, petanque area and car park. Come and enjoy dishes prepared with local and seasonal produce. Cold drinks, ice creams and a relaxed atmosphere guaranteed, just a stone's throw from La Loire. Open from 02/05 to 15/09. Closed Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday. July/August: closed on Mondays.

In the dining room, in the intimacy of the restored chapel or on the flower-filled summer terrace overlooking the large wooded park, treat yourself to a gourmet getaway. Enjoy a varied menu featuring specialities from Saumur and elsewhere.

Winegrower Nicolas Reau is opening the Guinguette du hangar in Cunault in Gennes-Val-de-Loire, 20 minutes from Saumur.

Local produce, good music and good fun.

Keep up to date all year round! Coco'ning is located on the Authion cycle route, connected to La Loire à Vélo. New is our second room, "Espace Coco Plage" (dining bar / takeaway kitchen), with a festive musical atmosphere.

We work with raw ingredients, our food is homemade (apart from the homemade ice creams), and so are some of our drinks (such as our punches and arranged rums). We work mainly with local farmers, market gardeners and producers. We generally mix traditional metropolitan French cuisine with French cuisine from the West Indies (Martinique), Khmer (Cambodian) cuisine, Vietnamese cuisine, etc., but we can also offer classic French cuisine. We like to have fun discovering new things and sharing them with our customers! Our restaurant can seat 24 people inside, and 24 outside on the terrace beside the Loire. Come and discover a cuisine made with passion and our love of good things in a relaxed and good-humoured atmosphere! See you soon, A Contre-Courant!

Come and stay in a bioclimatic guest house perched on the hills, overlooking the Loire at Chênehutte. Welcome to the aptly named "Belvédère de Loire" guest house! You'll be welcomed by Blanche and Patrice in a new house where ecological materials have been chosen to be in perfect harmony with the environment. Here, everything has been done to give travellers the best possible welcome in 3 large, contemporary rooms on the ground floor, all with independent entrances overlooking the Loire and the garden. Each room has its own terrace with a deckchair and small garden furniture for contemplating the Loire and its colours. Your hosts even provide a kitchenette for meals on the upstairs terrace or on the south-facing ground floor. It's a place to dream and contemplate the ever-changing natural scenery, and an ideal base from which to explore the region: a trip on the Loire in a "toue cabanée", Gallo-Roman remains visible on the "Petites Cités de Caractère" heritage trail at Chênehutte, Romanesque religious heritage with the Prieurale Notre-Dame de Cunault and the traditional bargemen's game of "boule de fort". There are numerous walks and cycle rides. On request, your hosts will prepare a light meal using organic produce. Fancy a more elegant dinner? Just a few minutes away, you'll have a wide choice of restaurants where you can discover the cuisine of the region (restaurant with terrace overlooking the Loire, fouées, mushrooms, or gastronomic restaurant...), which are best booked in advance. And in the morning, a generous breakfast of organic produce served on the terrace or in the guest lounge. Enjoy your stay in the Loire Valley!

Blanche and Patrice welcome you to this warm and colourful house, which sleeps 8 to 10 people and has been lovingly renovated over 2 floors. This holiday rental is aptly named, as it is perched on the hillside overlooking the valley, with a panoramic view of the Loire. Let yourself be charmed by the surrounding greenery and the colours of nature. Outside, you'll find an enclosed garden, a shady terrace, deckchairs and an electric griddle for sharing and laughter! The surrounding countryside is ideal for walking (GR3 200m away) or cycling to discover historic sites and meet enthusiastic producers. All the conditions are right for a wonderful break together. Enjoy your stay in the Loire Valley!

The hotel is set on a rocky promontory with a breathtaking view of the Loire River. The hotel has 21 rooms. The gastronomic restaurant, Le Castellane, welcomes you in a richly decorated Empire-style dining room with a panoramic view of the Loire. You will also appreciate the peace and quiet of the grounds, with their 25 hectares of wooded parkland. Secure private car park. The rooms can be made to communicate with each other if you are a family.

Enjoy the unique light, the magnificent sunrises and sunsets and the birdsong. The room, located in a self-contained annex, guarantees peace and privacy. Guests have access to their room, a private bathroom and toilet, as well as the waterside garden. Breakfast is served in the host's dining room. Enjoy your stay in the Loire Valley!

The rooms are located in a beautiful residence, with a lovely flower-filled terrace overlooking the Loire. The property, which also includes a gîte for 4 people, also has a pleasant garden. The two bedrooms, Eléonore (15 m²) and Clotilde (13 m²), are upstairs. Each has the same facilities (view of the Loire, courtesy tray, private bathroom with WC) but the decoration is personalised. A large, cosy room on the ground floor serves delicious breakfasts, with many home-made products. There is also a lounge area where guests can relax and read a book from the library or watch a television programme. From this guest house, you can easily explore the region, on foot (hiking trails and GR3), by bike (on the La Loire à Vélo/la Vélo Francette itinerary) or by car. There are plenty of sites, activities and restaurants nearby. Enjoy your stay in the Loire Valley!

As you approach this splendid rental property, you won't be able to keep your eyes off the Loire. First you cross the courtyard of this beautiful property, then you come into view of a private, lush, flower-filled garden of almost 40m². On the ground floor of "Le Clos Eugénie" is a colourful bedroom with a pretty tuffeau fireplace, typical of the region, and a shower room. A few steps lead up to a large and very pleasant open-plan living area with a kitchenette, lounge and dining area. The sofa-bed gives you plenty of space for socialising during the day, as well as providing an extra bed for the night. Isabelle and Christophe Robertson will give you a warm welcome when you arrive and will give you all the advice you need to make the most of your stay in this pretty little "Cité de Caractère" on the banks of the Loire, on the route of La Loire à Vélo. The property also has 2 guest rooms in the owners' home. Enjoy your stay in the Loire Valley!

The estate, well known to lovers of hiking and horse-riding, is located 1 km from the Loire and 500 m from the GR3, on the "Loire à Vélo" cycle route, on the d'Artagnan European equestrian route. To make the most of the region, why not take advantage of these recently refurbished guest rooms at the Domaine. You and your horses will be able to spend a wonderful night or stay and take advantage of the activities at the Relais and the many activities and visits in the surrounding area. Enjoy your stay in the Loire Valley!

8km from Saumur, the Terre d'Entente campsite has 84 pitches - shaded or sunny - for tents, motorhomes and caravans. Facing the Loire or out of sight... The choice is yours! You can also opt for accommodation in a mobile home, lodge on stilts, canvas bungalow or "Lotus Belle" tent, as well as in a "CampEtoiles" or "Cyclotente". The Terre d'Entente campsite offers services such as free Wi-Fi, bread and pastries delivery, breakfasts, a grocery shop selling organic and/or local produce, a snack bar (open from May to mid-September from Thursday lunchtime to Sunday evening, and in July and August open for lunch and dinner except Mondays) serving seasonal and local produce, loan of games and sports equipment, and bike and canoe hire. Young and old alike can enjoy the play areas, table tennis, petanque pitch and pony rides. In summer, there's a weekly entertainment programme (wine tasting, market, etc.). Whether you're a keen explorer, a nature lover or a sportsman, you'll find the following nearby: châteaux, vineyards, troglodyte dwellings, typical regional restaurants, churches, museums, bike rides and canoe trips. More than just a campsite, we offer you an open-air holiday that respects the environment, in an unspoilt setting where all cultures and all generations will find their place.