Explore Andard, Maine-et-Loire, Pays de la 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

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 randoendeuxsevres.fr/index.php?id_product=1705&controller=product and on sale at the Tourist Office of Pays Thouarsais

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.

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

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.

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!

Walk around the Deux-Sèvres Tramway A 1.6 km walk allows everyone, tourists and inhabitants alike, to relive the Tramway des Deux-Sèvres (TDS) in its preserved space through an exhibition of 16 large paintings in the open air. This research work of the 3A thus exposed makes relive this industrial parenthesis which functioned from 1898 to 1939. The line linked Bressuire to Montreuil-Bellay, 62 km apart, passing through many towns including the Argenton station. Other panels (15) around the cemetery show the local life from old postcards unpublished. Tramway line built between 1892 and 1898. 62 km long, it linked Bressuire to Montreuil Bellay with its station in Argenton-Château ... The TDS went through Argentonnay, passing through La Coudre, Le Breuil-sous-Argenton and Ulcot.

Dominated by the ruins of the medieval castle, Argenton les Vallees has the quiet charm of rural villages. Its rich heritage is discovered during a trip that also allows to admire the landscapes.

Barn conversions are a popular choice and they are ideal for family holidays having lots of space. This pretty property with its exposed stone walls and beams is no exception. It has everything a family needs including 2 bedrooms (double + twin), shower room, 2 WCs and a lounge. Located 15kms from the bright lights of the city, the property is close to many of the top tourist locations in and around Angers and its hinterland: castles and manor houses, châteaux, religious monuments, troglodyte caves and much more…all on your doorstep

Les Moulins Viaud is a charming 18th-century farmhouse with two gîtes close to the owners, located in the UNESCO World Heritage area. This 60m2 house (three ears of corn) can accommodate 5 people and has its own entrance and private garden (120m2). It overlooks the owners' flower garden and a terrace. Accommodation: Ground floor: 30m2 living room/kitchen with dishwasher, microwave, wc, shower room with washing machine and tumble dryer. Bedroom with 1 double bed (140cm). Upstairs: 1 bedroom with 3 single beds (90cm) - Shower room - wc - Baby equipment - Gas central heating - La Loire 2 km away. The house is equipped with everything you need for your baby. For your comfort, the central heating is gas (in winter, extra charge of 5€ per day). Pets are accepted under certain conditions. A cleaning service is available for €50. To visit the region (the Loire is 2 km away), bike hire is available for €5/day (mountain bikes and VTC).

This 65 m2 gîte, located in the village of Blaison-Saint-Sulpice, offers panoramic views over the vineyards and hillsides. Access to the gîte is via a 12-step staircase. The ground floor comprises a spacious 30m2 living room, a kitchen, a shower room and a toilet. Upstairs, the first attic bedroom has 1 double bed (140cm). The second bedroom, also with sloping ceilings, has 2 single beds (90cm). There is electric and wood-fired heating thanks to the fireplace with insert. For families, a cot and high chair are available.800 m² of private, unenclosed garden planted with trees is ideal for rest and relaxation, as is the large terrace.

Lieu ouvert sur l’environnement et l’écologie, le muséum développe et expose de précieuses collections, témoins de la diversité.

Located in the heart of Angers, this popular city park is a delightvwith over 20,000 plants on display. Originally created in the 17th century and then redesigned in 1859 to be more ‘à la Française’, it is a great place for all the family and includes a fountain and bandstand for summer concerts.

In the 19th century, during the industrial revolution, bricks and mortar were replaced by concrete as the premier building material. Against this potentially bland construction form, the artist Isidore Odorico sought to bring a decorative style that on the ‘Maison Bleu’ included elaborate mosaics… characteristic of art deco!

This Carolingian monument is one of the best-preserved medieval Renaissance buildings in France. Today, it houses a year-round programme of exhibitions, guided tours and kid’s workshops all linked to history, heritage and contemporary art.

The old bell tower of the abbey dates back to the 12th century. Built from sandstone, it stands 54 metres high and rises from the site now occupied by the Préfecture. It houses a number of exhibitions throughout the year.

You cannot help but smile at the carvings of the young women that adorn the façade of 38 rue St. Laud. Dating back to 1892, when it was a café and concert hall called the 'Alcazar', it is one of the oldest examples of art nouveau in Angers.

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.

A listed building dating from the 16th century. Distinctive wooden carvings decorate its frontage…the best known is ‘Le Tricouillard’, who displays no modesty by revealing himself for all to see!

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 Latté restaurant offers a range of fresh produce to eat in or take away, including wood-fired pizzas, burgers, sandwiches, salads, home-made pastries and daily specials with cheese, dessert and coffee. 24-hour pizza vending machine.

La Guinguette à Jojo, on the banks of the Loire since 1959 15 minutes from Angers and Brissac Loire Aubance, La Guinguette à Jojo, the oldest and most famous guinguette in Maine-et-loire, welcomes you to an exceptional setting on the banks of the Loire, a natural site listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. With family, friends or lovers, enjoy our traditional French cuisine and specialities from the banks of the Loire, musical entertainment, play areas for young and old (games, table tennis, table football, boules pitch, hammocks, etc.) and admire the sunset with a panoramic view over the Loire. RESTAURANT & BAR open from Tuesday evening to Sunday evening, from 15 May to 15 September 2025. RESERVATIONS CAN BE MADE NOW, ONLINE ONLY: www.guinguetteajojo.fr/fr/. For further information, please call 02 41 54 64 04. An exceptional panorama On the banks of the Loire - a UNESCO World Heritage site With friends or family For a relaxing day out, take advantage of the petanque pitch, table football and table tennis. There's also a secure children's play area. Groups and large tables For groups of 15 or more, contact the guinguette for a personalised menu and a made-to-measure proposal. The guinguette can accommodate up to 180 people indoors and 350 on the terraces. La Guinguette à Jojo can cater for all your group, family, private or business events. Wine and cocktail bar Enjoy an aperitif on the terrace or balcony with a panoramic view over the Loire. Musical entertainment This summer, discover our programme of events, concerts and musical entertainment. La Guinguette à Jojo invites you to rediscover the popular spirit of the bals musettes, the great classics of French chanson or to discover new local groups and artists.

Le Petit Blaison welcomes you in a family atmosphere, by the fireside or on the terrace in fine weather. You can enjoy Nicolas's generous home cooking or simply have a glass of Anjou or a coffee.... And don't forget to stock up on local produce in our grocery shop in the restaurant!

Discover our dishes of the day and our affordable worker's menus from €11.50. Bring the whole family (baby facilities and children's meals are available) and even your four-legged friend. Wi-Fi is available on the terrace or in the air-conditioned dining room. Catering service available.

Closed for the season on Saturday evening 27 September. L'Utopik is an atypical and authentic guinguette, nestling in a green setting to the south of the charming village of Cornillé-les-Caves, where conviviality and good humour reign supreme. Surrounded by trees, this warm, family-friendly venue invites you to relax. There's plenty for children to do here, with a safe area, no nearby waterways, and plenty of games to keep them entertained in peace. The atmosphere is unique: a bucolic setting conducive to reunions, and a rich programme to delight young and old alike! On the programme every weekend: live concerts, mussels and chips evenings, Sunday brunches, the "bamboche des bambins" (children's boom box), and night markets in season... There's something for everyone! As for the food, the menu gives pride of place to local and home-made products: boards to share, burgers & home fries, andouillettes, chipolatas, falafels, kebabs, Cornillé snails, roast cheese, spreads, moules-frites (every other Sunday)... Varied suggestions depending on the chef's mood and what's in season! Open from Wednesday evening to Sunday evening. Find out all about the programme online (social networks) or on the spot via the last photo on the menu. Book L'Utopik for your events: Country weddings, birthdays, company dinners or evenings with friends... L'Utopik opens its doors to you outside opening hours for your private events (from 15 people), with the option of hosting a live band.

Nestling in 7 hectares of greenery, the "Le L&S" restaurant offers an elegant and spacious setting. Two rooms with different atmospheres welcome you, including the elegant glass roof that opens out onto the park in fine weather. The "Le L&S" team is committed to offering you an inventive menu that is regularly renewed, with a focus on seasonal produce, fresh ingredients and cooking methods. Outdoor areas, a bar and two lounges provide the perfect setting for relaxing and sharing ideas.

The restaurant is located on the banks of the Loire, opposite St-Mathurin-sur-Loire, at the foot of the bridge. Open all summer. Bar and ice creams in the afternoon. Specialities: Loire fried fish, eels, Loire fish, pike-perch with beurre blanc. Meals are served for lunch and dinner, every day in season. The terrace overlooks the Loire.

Bistro-style restaurant serving fresh produce and home-style cooking enhanced by local wines. Ligurian-inspired decor.

Discover a typical waterside venue. There's also plenty of musical entertainment throughout the season.

Nestling in the heart of a charming village, the restaurant "Le Bon Cornillé" invites you to discover authentic, traditional French cuisine, prepared with fresh, seasonal produce. In a warm and friendly setting, enjoy simple but tasty dishes designed to delight families, hikers and lovers of good taste alike. The menu changes with the seasons, highlighting the richness of local produce and guaranteeing a fresh taste experience on every visit. Whether you're looking for a gourmet break or a moment of sharing, this restaurant is the ideal place to savour authentic recipes at an affordable price. Prices for the menu of the day during the week: - Starter/Main course/Dessert: €16.60 - Starter/Main course or Main course/Dessert: €14.60 Practical info: - Takeaway service available - Opening times: Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4pm - Summer holidays: from Saturday 02 to Wednesday 20 August 2025 inclusive

Yurts located 6kms from the Loire and 15kms from Angers. A great way to experience the region at 'grass roots' level and an ideal location for exploring the river, vineyards, castles, hiking and cycling trails.

Marion will be delighted to welcome you for a stay in her yurts located 6 km from the Loire and 15 km from Angers.

Between the Loire dyke and the Loire à Vélo route