Discover Villemoisan, Maine-et-Loire: A Gem in Pays de la Loire

Beginning at the city center, this trail guides you to the higher ground called the “Mont Juillet”. At the pond of “La Martellière”, you will find tables and a playground.  

Be careful, after a collapse, a detour is in place at the start of the trail at the parking lot of “La Belletière”. The Arcades The departure point, in Nort-sur-Erdre, is from the road of Issé at the parking of La Belletière. Go and discover a trail that you have never seen before by taking the edges of the feeding conduct. Also known as the “Little Canal”, the conduct joins the Lake of Vioreau to the Nantes-Brest Canal, from the lock house of “Pas d’Héric”. It allows that the first section of the canal has water to balance the reduction of water due to the lockage and evaporation of water during the summer. Its construction is a technical piece of art. With a slope of only 14 centimetres per kilometre of 21.3 kilometres long, the feeding conduct goes through the high Valley of the Erdre thanks to 4 aqueducts from 8 to 10 arches and goes underground on over 600 metres. It is covered by a lot of little bridges of quaint stones. Depending on the season, you will see the Castle of la Lucinière and its wooded domain on the other side of the Valley of the Erdre.

Beginning at the sports complex, this trail will take you north of the town. You will see the castle du Pont Hus and its famous stud farm but also the “logis du Breuil”, a renovated fort.

A walking trail to discover the paths of the countryside. It begins in the city center, at the parking lot of the sports complex of Fernant Sastre, do not miss the visible heritage such as the church, the old town, the windmill…  It is possible to prolong this walk towards the port La Rivière, where you can see the castle of the Pont Hus then follow the path to get to a point of view on the river L’Erdre.  

The marshes of Blanche Noë are in the south of Nort-sur-Erdre in which you can find an ornithological and aquatic site allowing you discover its fauna and its flora. At the beginning of the lake, have a walk along the river Erdre to arrive at Port Mulon’s Castle and its park. Appreciate the charming villages of “Tomblehoux”, “Gâtine” and “La Poupinière” and see the vantage point on the river Erdre and the plains. Then, join the canal and by going through the moat and see the viewpoint from Quihex’s lockhouse and further along eat at the gourmet terrace of La Tindière. To finish go through the village of Le Plessis pas Brunet to go back to the lake.

Discover the Plains of Mazerolles, a vast expanse of water of 3 kilometres long and 1 kilometre large. With a little bit of patience, you may see herons on the shores and a lot of other birds during migration season. Labelled refuge of the French League for the Protection of Birds (LPO), the site has also three beehives financed by the collectivity and an orchard. A themed path has also been created by the Municipality. The trail begins on the edges of the river Erdre to go through the undergrowth alleys, steep paths and goes through adorable little villages. It is possible to join the port of Sucé-sur-Erdre if you take the Atlantic Coast Route, or from the city-centre for this hike. The departure point is from the nautical base of Mazerolles.

Prepare yourself for a hike of 2 hours long with 500 metres along the water. You will admire the vast expanse of the Plains of Mazerolles with 3 kilometres long and 1 kilometre large. This site is ideal for kids. It is also possible to go fishing for people with reduced mobility. Or you can have a picnic or some sport. At the end of this loop, you will see the Castle of La Baraudière surrounded by its stone walls from the 19th century and not far from there the Castle of Bois Mellet. A plate has been placed at the entry and it is written “qui a accueilli, cache et protégé les résistants de la région” which means “that has hosted, hided and protected the resistants of the region”.

Go discover “The Charcoal route”, on the site of The Mines of Languin. The village of Languin keeps yet again traces of ancient charcoal mines that were kept in activity until the beginning of the 20th century. This trail will lead you on the feeding conduct and beside the director of the Mines’ residence that was edified in 1723 where you can find a three-hundred-year-old cedar of Lebanon (1737). From the village of “Bel Air”, you can enjoy a remarkable view of the surrounding bocage, which rises to an altitude of 55 metres.

The Circuit of Vive-Eve Discover the atmosphere of the Nantes-Brest Canal, its towpath converted for different types of hiking, its lock-houses, water tourism, fishing … On this itinerary, taken by cyclists on the Atlantic Coast Route and pilgrims of Saint Jacques of Compostelle, the towpath will guide you to the lock house of La Tindière and its gourmet terrace. You can park at the Vive-Eve bridge where you will have an information sign on the history of the Canal and picnic tables. From this parking it is also possible to extend your walk the other way to the lock house of Quihex. You will see a remarkable view of the plains of La Poupinière and the Valley of the Erdre

To begin this trail, meet up at the parking lot of the slag heap of Abbaretz. This former mining site is worth it. During the time of Julius Caesar, this mining site was one of the most important sources of tin. The climb of the 200 steps will take you to a unique view of the region.  

Salted butter caramels, sweets, lollies, fruit jellies, jams, gift boxes... There are so many delicious treats to discover, made in Amélie's laboratory from simple, natural raw ingredients (no artificial flavourings). Whether it's a crêpe or a good goat's cheese, the caramel will be the icing on the cake! You can find Caramélie at various farmers' markets (including open days on farms), in specialist shops (Drive fermier in Angers and the Pouancé farmers' shop) and in other outlets (delicatessens, wine shops, La Ruche qui dit Oui in Montreuil-sur-Maine, Locavor, etc.). Contact Caramélie to find out where you can buy our products.

7 km from Ingrandes Le Fresne-sur-Loire, old stable restored and converted into a comfortable 142 m² house. 30 km west of Angers in the Anjou Bleu region and 60 km from Nantes, it is ideally situated in the heart of nature, surrounded by horses whose fields touch the garden. It has four bedrooms and two bathrooms, one with a walk-in shower. The ground floor opens onto a large kitchen/dining/living room (49m²) with a lovely view of the garden and patio. The kitchen is well equipped with an oven/electric hob, dishwasher, microwave and coffee machine. A wood-burning stove stands in the middle of the living room where you can enjoy TV, DVD, Wifi and telephone. There is also a utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer. On the night side, there is a bedroom (16m2) with a 150cm bed and another bedroom (16m2) with two 90cm beds. The bathroom has an Italian shower and a bath. Separate WC. Wheelchair access available. Upstairs, two further bedrooms, one (19m2) with a 140cm double bed and the other (17m2) with two 90cm beds. Plus: a pull-out bed for a child. A shower room with WC. A cot is also available. In the private garden there is a barbecue, 2 tables and chairs, sun loungers and a swing sofa. Table tennis, badminton, pétanque, Mölkky and balls are also available. For those who want to relax, an outdoor spa for 6-7 people with massaging jets is available (extra charge). Available from June to September. Minimum stay 4 nights. Possibility of renting with use of 2, 3 or 4 bedrooms.

5 kilometres from Ingrandes Le Fresne-sur-Loire, in a quiet hamlet in the heart of nature, between Angers and Nantes, come and stay in this restored 120m² former farmhouse (adjoining the owner's property). On the ground floor: all the comforts of home in the living room with wood-burning stove. The separate kitchen is fitted with all the necessary appliances. It comprises a bedroom with 2 single beds plus a shower/utility room with WC and washing machine. The first floor comprises two bedrooms, one with a double bed and a shower room with WC. The other has three single beds. There is also a bathroom. For the little ones, a cot is provided. Enjoy the enclosed garden and a relaxation area with an outdoor hot tub for 6 people, a wooden hut and a table tennis table open from June to September inclusive. Tables, chairs and a barbecue are available for perfect outdoor moments. Fancy a walk in the countryside? For the more active, there are badminton rackets, a petanque game, a Mölkky game and balls for young and old to enjoy. Minimum rental 4 nights. Possibility of renting with use of 2 or 3 bedrooms.

This spacious gîte is a restored 18th-century farmhouse. It is ideally located, halfway between Nantes and Angers. You'll enjoy a natural country setting, with a one-hectare pond (with fishing facilities) on the banks of a river in a wooded landscape. Everything is at your disposal in the gîte, both on the ground floor (32 m² living room with fireplace, sitting room, TNT, hi-fi, fully-equipped kitchenette, shower room with WC, hall) and on the first floor, where there are two spacious, attic bedrooms with a double bed (140cm) and two single beds (90cm). For the little ones, a folding cot is available. Relax on a lounger in the private enclosed garden (150 m²). Other services include horse riding and Wi-Fi access.

Located in Saint Sigismond near the banks of the Loire in Anjou Bleu, the Brun de lait farm produces delicious dairy products. For 4 generations, the LORE family has been offering you products processed on the farm. Natural products, with no additives, preservatives or milk powder. Milk from cows of the Brune des Alpes breed, which is richer in casein, is preferred for making their products. The cows' feed comes exclusively from the farm: grass, hay and cereals. Protecting the environment is one of the family's priorities, so they prefer to save on packaging and encourage their customers to bring their own containers. The glass yoghurt pots are reused. Points of sale: Sale at the farm: every Wednesday and Friday afternoon, from 4pm to 7pm. At the market: every Friday morning in Ingrandes-le Fresne sur Loire. Local sales outlets: - Saturday mornings at Gaec des Erables (red fruit) in Varades, - Saturday mornings at the Verger de l'Asnerie in la Chapelle st Sauveur, - SPAR in Champtocé-sur-Loire, - SITIS in Candé, - At the bakery and grocery shop in Belligné, - L'Epicerie de Marie in St Florent le vieil, - Chez les Eleveurs de la Charentonne in Ancenis, - Le Relais des Saveurs in La Poueze, - La Boutique Associative in Challain-la-Potherie, - Les Halles Gourmandes in Ancenis, - Votre Marché in Varades, - Toutébon in Mésanger, - Chez Augustine (cheese counter) in Beaupréau, - Viveco in St Augustin des bois, - Paniers des Prés in St Germain des Prés. Brun de Lait strongly encourages its customers to bring their own containers to the farm and market, and they point out that the glass jars from their yoghurts are reused. Online sales: - Drive fermier 49 in Angers, - At the Ruche qui dit oui ! in Montrelais (Salle des Roussoles) and Beaucouzé (Hotel Kyriad). Automatic cash dispenser: in Varades, in the car park of the cabinet-maker Bois d'Auxence (24-hour contactless payment by bank card only).

Le Logis des Gabelous is a large rustic house of around 200 m², overlooking peaceful countryside in a rural setting. This gîte is particularly suitable for large families or groups of friends. It can accommodate around fifteen people all year round, and around twenty for day guests. The gîte's outdoor swimming pool is an idyllic place to spend your holidays. An ideal base for visiting the châteaux of the Loire, admiring the Machines de l'Île and enjoying the many theme parks.

Six acrobats with no trestles or nets are looking for an audience for a high-flying show. A pronounced attraction to circus that defies all forms of gravity would be a welcome plus. Confidence is essential and will be given. Sincere and unique encounters to be expected, misanthropes please. The first contact can be intimidating, so it's best to move on quickly to the next ones and enjoy the pleasure of a friendly interlude. It's the perfect opportunity to reveal yourself, but there's no obligation to share everything. There are small ads that make false promises and then there are false ads that will keep big ones... to fly without peril, one falls without glory! All audiences Free - Duration: 50 min Backstage in case of rain Meeting place to be announced in spring Online box office opening: 01/09 reserved for subscribers Tickets available at Brissac- Quincé and Chalonnes/Loire tourist offices: 02/09

Following a visit to the castle, take a walk along the ‘Bout du Monde’ with its impressive views of the river Maine and the château.

The castle with its 17 duo tone towers is one of the best preserved medieval fortresses in France! Inside, you will find the 14th century ‘Apocalypse Tapestry’. Measuring 103 metres in length, it the largest of all medieval woven tapestries.

Since 1984, the restored 'L’abbatiale Toussaint' (the abbey-church of All Saints - 13th Century) has housed the works of the sculptor David d’Angers (1788-1856). Included are monuments, commissioned work (such as the façade of the Pantheon), and a gallery of contemporary busts and medallions.

The garden of the Museum of Fine Arts and the St-Eloi Place are accessed via the entrance to the museum on Rue Toussaint.

The first recorded example of Plantagenet gothic architecture. The cathedral is full of stunning features including its elaborate facade and stone carvings (grimacing faces, monsters and acrobats), and the stained glass window - the oldest of which dates back to 1165 AD.

Built in the 15th century by Olivier Barrault, the king’s secretary and treasurer of Britain, this magnificent site now houses the Museum of Fine Arts with collections displaying the history and heritage of Angers. There is more than 3,000m² of permanent exhibition space with further space put aside for temporary exhibits that alternate between the historical and the contemporary. Among the masterpieces on show are works from Lippi, Jordaens, Champaigne, Fragonard, Chardin, Watteau, Ingres, or Morellet.

The Restaurant Aux p'tits Ruisseaux offers unpretentious, traditional, basic, family-style cuisine. All homemade! Open Tuesday to Sunday (booking required at weekends). Snacks available at the Villemoisan campsite during the summer season.

Open for lunch Monday to Friday. Weekends on request for festive meals, families, birthdays...

Le Petit Anjou is a restaurant serving traditional cuisine. Inspired by French and Italian culinary traditions, our dishes are prepared using fresh, high-quality ingredients. Lunch available on the terrace.

In the heart of the village of Le Louroux-Béconnais, our artisan pizza workshop offers you a unique culinary experience, concocted with passion by our pizzaiolo, Patrick. Each pizza is made with care and expertise. Patrick, with the know-how he has acquired over the years, kneads the dough (homemade) every day to obtain a fine, crispy base. We select top-quality ingredients, giving priority to fresh produce. Whether you're a fan of timeless classics or looking for daring combinations, our varied menu is sure to satisfy every craving. What's more, we offer vegetarian options to suit every taste. Whether you're passing through our charming village or a local resident, don't hesitate to come and discover Ze Pizza Louroux-Béconnais.

The Chez Mat restaurant serves homemade sandwiches, pizzas and burgers.

A gourmet moment to savour in a 17th century building in the heart of the vineyards of Angers Welcome to the restaurant of the Lion d'Or hotel in Ingrandes The chef at the Lion d'Or in Ingrandes, Manu Vaidie, puts all his passion and know-how into serving traditional cuisine that changes with the seasons. Subtle, tasty, home-cooked local cuisine, with a choice of three menus. Comfortably seated in our large, bright restaurant room, you can choose between the discovery menu, the lion d'or menu or the pleasure menu, with the opportunity to taste two main courses accompanied by a meticulous selection of wines from our beautiful region. When the weather is fine, you can enjoy our regional specialities and delicious desserts, remarkably prepared by our chef, whose speciality is pastries, in the peace and quiet of our pleasant terrace.

Bistro overlooking the Loire offering a market-style canteen (fresh, home-made produce). The restaurant is open all year round. Open for lunch from Wednesday to Sunday (Tuesday to Sunday in July and August) and on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings. Reservations required for weekends and Sunday lunchtimes.

Situated on the banks of the Loire, our establishment welcomes you to a soothing setting where time passes to the rhythm of the river... You'll be charmed by the breathtaking view over the Loire.

Pokebowl delivery in Ingrandes and surrounding areas. A la carte catering for your events.

Visitors can immerse themselves in a world full of delicious food, and enjoy a tasty pizza. The pleasant atmosphere of this restaurant makes guests feel good and have a good time. Friendly staff will welcome you at Le Rackham all year round. Relaxed service is always a pleasure.

7 grassy pitches are located at the heart of the site, close to fully-equipped sanitary facilities to welcome campers, caravanners and motorhome owners in the best possible conditions. In a bucolic landscape, sports enthusiasts will be able to work up a sweat at the swimming pool or the multi-sports pitch located just a stone's throw from the campsite. And for nature lovers, there are numerous footpaths within easy reach of the campsite. You can find all the trails in the commune on the commune's website.

Welcome to La Pâquerie! We look forward to welcoming you to our restored farmhouse in the heart of the Anjou countryside. We offer a pleasant 55m2 furnished gîte for up to six people in a quiet location, fully equipped with its own entrance and close to all amenities. You can access a large private outdoor space of 3000m2 and the property to enjoy our animals. For hiking enthusiasts, a footpath is accessible from the gîte. Whether you're here for the day, the weekend or the week, for business or pleasure, you'll be made very welcome!

Welcome to La Pâquerie! Nestling in a peaceful green setting, escape to our wooden gypsy caravan with its bohemian charm! Spacious, it offers a cosy living space for up to 4 people. Our gypsy caravan is a harmonious blend of the unusual and the most demanding of comforts. Facing due south, you can soak up the sunshine from the various outside areas and admire the most beautiful starry skies at nightfall... La Roulotte 4 Saisons promises you a unique, timeless and exotic journey!

We welcome you to our gite on the first floor of our house. It is accessible by a private staircase without a lift (not accessible to wheelchair users). The accommodation comprises 2 bedrooms, each with a double bed, a living room with an open-plan fitted kitchen and a bathroom. It is possible to rent just one bedroom with kitchen, bathroom and living room, for a capacity of 2 to 4 people. It is also possible to take our continental breakfast basket with home-made bread and jam. You will have at your disposal a private terrace as well as the common car park and garden.

7 km from Ingrandes Le Fresne-sur-Loire, old stable restored and converted into a comfortable 142 m² house. 30 km west of Angers in the Anjou Bleu region and 60 km from Nantes, it is ideally situated in the heart of nature, surrounded by horses whose fields touch the garden. It has four bedrooms and two bathrooms, one with a walk-in shower. The ground floor opens onto a large kitchen/dining/living room (49m²) with a lovely view of the garden and patio. The kitchen is well equipped with an oven/electric hob, dishwasher, microwave and coffee machine. A wood-burning stove stands in the middle of the living room where you can enjoy TV, DVD, Wifi and telephone. There is also a utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer. On the night side, there is a bedroom (16m2) with a 150cm bed and another bedroom (16m2) with two 90cm beds. The bathroom has an Italian shower and a bath. Separate WC. Wheelchair access available. Upstairs, two further bedrooms, one (19m2) with a 140cm double bed and the other (17m2) with two 90cm beds. Plus: a pull-out bed for a child. A shower room with WC. A cot is also available. In the private garden there is a barbecue, 2 tables and chairs, sun loungers and a swing sofa. Table tennis, badminton, pétanque, Mölkky and balls are also available. For those who want to relax, an outdoor spa for 6-7 people with massaging jets is available (extra charge). Available from June to September. Minimum stay 4 nights. Possibility of renting with use of 2, 3 or 4 bedrooms.

5 kilometres from Ingrandes Le Fresne-sur-Loire, in a quiet hamlet in the heart of nature, between Angers and Nantes, come and stay in this restored 120m² former farmhouse (adjoining the owner's property). On the ground floor: all the comforts of home in the living room with wood-burning stove. The separate kitchen is fitted with all the necessary appliances. It comprises a bedroom with 2 single beds plus a shower/utility room with WC and washing machine. The first floor comprises two bedrooms, one with a double bed and a shower room with WC. The other has three single beds. There is also a bathroom. For the little ones, a cot is provided. Enjoy the enclosed garden and a relaxation area with an outdoor hot tub for 6 people, a wooden hut and a table tennis table open from June to September inclusive. Tables, chairs and a barbecue are available for perfect outdoor moments. Fancy a walk in the countryside? For the more active, there are badminton rackets, a petanque game, a Mölkky game and balls for young and old to enjoy. Minimum rental 4 nights. Possibility of renting with use of 2 or 3 bedrooms.

This spacious gîte is a restored 18th-century farmhouse. It is ideally located, halfway between Nantes and Angers. You'll enjoy a natural country setting, with a one-hectare pond (with fishing facilities) on the banks of a river in a wooded landscape. Everything is at your disposal in the gîte, both on the ground floor (32 m² living room with fireplace, sitting room, TNT, hi-fi, fully-equipped kitchenette, shower room with WC, hall) and on the first floor, where there are two spacious, attic bedrooms with a double bed (140cm) and two single beds (90cm). For the little ones, a folding cot is available. Relax on a lounger in the private enclosed garden (150 m²). Other services include horse riding and Wi-Fi access.