Angers is a cosmopolitan town. Its two universities attract students from all over the world, and just a walk around the town centre will give you a sense of its wealth and style. The medieval castle dominates the Angers, with its imposing position overlooking the River Cher.

Naturally Angers is the principal town of the Anjou, an area well known for its wine growing. Bourgueil, Chinon, Champigny, and the names of many other famous places associated with wine are very very near, and a visit to a vineyard or cellar is a must for any group staying in Angers. Other possibilities abound ; the Loire castles, Chambord, Saumur, Chenonceaux, to name but three,

are well worth a visit. And then there are the less known, but equally interesting castles such as Saché, where Honoré de Balzac lived, or Le Clos Lucé, home of Leonardo Da Vinci during his exile in France.

The Futuroscope in Poitiers is probably the most popular visit for groups staying in Angers. Paris too is very accessible, and can easily be fitted into a day trip. If you prefer the coast, La Baule, with what is reputed to be the finest beach in Europe, Le Croisic and the walled town of Guérande can provide another interesting excursion
 

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