It Edmee Chatenay-Crespin (small-gardener's son of Louis XIV), which launches the culture of roses Doue the 18th century. Thanks to the mild climate of the famous and rich soil, this crop has grown considerably. Over 45% of national production comes from Douessin, this means that the region's first center in Europe with over 7 million roses a year.
Another peculiarity of this city is its famous cave heritage.
SIGHTSEEING
Biotech Park Zoo Doue: 14 ha, more than 600 animals, bred here for the preservation of their species in a unique setting, carved into the stone of Anjou.
Aux Anciens Shops: Museum of twenty small shops of yesteryear, faithfully reconstructed.
Les Chemins de la Rose: park of 4 hectares in a trail of perfume, exceptional collection of over 400 different varieties of roses. One of the most beautiful rose gardens of France (April-May - June).
The Perrieres, some vaulted cellars cathedrals rising to 20 meters.
Troglodytes and Coffin: Life in troglodyte since the Middle Ages ...
Arenas: unique since dug in the rock shellfish. Site of the Day and the Festival Rose d'Anjou each year.
La Ferme d'Antan: Rose Garden and distilling rose water and blueberry.
The Pit: A cave site.
The Carolingian House: Built in 900 AD, is the oldest fortifications of this type found to date in France (Historic Monument since 1963).
Fountains: it is around the fountain was born in the city but Baron Foulon that we owe this beautiful 18th century laundry. Until 1950, the same pool that served as a watering hole was on the other side of the street.
The collegiate church of Saint Denis, built in the 13th century, the church reflects the architectural beauty of buildings from this period. Listed building (in ruins).
The Church of St. Peter, built in the 15th century on the foundations of the first Church of St. Peter, it is part of the churches in Anjou and welcoming to visitors all year.
Exceptional rose arrangements exhibited in a cave gallery From 11th to 15th July 2013
ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
La Cave aux sculptures Dénezé-sous-Doue: a masterpiece of popular art, whose mystery still fascinates visitors and researchers. True comic caricature of manners of a bygone era.
The troglodyte village Rochemenier: A cave all together two plain old farm houses and outbuildings with the dug in rock crag, and a chapel and a meeting room underground.
Located in Doue-la-Fontaine, opposite the famous zoo, the Auberge Bienvenue opens its doors every day except Monday and Sunday evening. The restaurant is located in a renovated house...
Located in Doué-la-Fontaine
38 € per person
Campanile Saumur
7.2
SPECIAL OFFER
Saumur
The restaurant Campanile Saumur is open daily for lunch and dinner. It offers buffets for appetizers and desserts, with the choice and quality. The menu changes every season and inputs...
Located 13.9 km from Doué-la-Fontaine
29 € per person
Brasserie les 2 Maisons
7.9
SPECIAL OFFER
Saumur
SAUMUR - The Brasserie les 2 Maisons welcomes you in the city of Saumur, in the Loire Valley. Ideally located between the dock and the Carnot Wood Brard scenery and tranquility is assured....
Located inside the medieval city, this house 16èsiècle welcomes you all year --
Located 11.4 km from Doué-la-Fontaine
From 50 € to 65 € the double room
La Cotinière Anjou Saumur
Grézillé
House type longére the eighteenth century. Located halfway between Angers and Saumur. 5 bedrooms 15 people. You will be ideally placed to discover the riches of Anjou Loire Valley castles,...
Located 13.5 km from Doué-la-Fontaine
From 69 € to 85 € the double room
La Cour Fleurie
10
Aubigné-sur-Layon
In the charming village of flowers Aubigné sur Layon, near the Zoo Doue, Saumur, wine cellars and castles of the Loire. On-site activities: bowling and shuffleboard, games, covered...
The Granary is a 2 double bedroom ensuite gite with kingsize beds, a spacious farmhouse kitchen, lounge with tv & dvd. Vine covered BBQ and heated pool with terrace. There is a laundry...
Located 9.4 km from Doué-la-Fontaine
From 350 € to 650 € per week
Gite semi troglodyte alphena
Le Puy-Notre-Dame
Semi-troglodyte gite, situated between Saumur and Doue la Fontaine, near a small town character at the heart of a village viticole. Entiérement independent, healthy and clear up to...
Located 10.1 km from Doué-la-Fontaine
From 290 € to 440 € per week
L'Hermitière
Louerre
At 10 km of the Loire World Heritage Site by UNESCO, 25 minutes from Saumur classified 'International Tourist Pole and 35 minutes from Angers Loire prefecture of Maine and in the midst...
Ideally located between Angers and Saumur, we welcome you to your discovery of Doue-la-Fontaine, the city of Roses and cave dwellings. Friendly family atmosphere. Stay fishing banks...
Located in Doué-la-Fontaine
From 10.45 € to 14.20 € per day
Camping Parc de Montsabert
10
SPECIAL OFFER
Coutures
Our luxury : the space ! Fancy a visit to the Loire Valley and its chateaux, vineyards and wine cellars? Why not set up camp close to Saumur in the Parc de Montsabert Yelloh! Village,...
Located 21 km from Doué-la-Fontaine
From 18 € to 34 € per day
Camping Le Pô Doré
Allonnes
Located 8 kilometers from Saumur, in a rural setting and a friendly atmosphere The Golden Po offers calm and relaxation, you will find good places for fishing, hiking, biking and not...
Auberge Bienvenue is located in Doue La Fontaine in the Loire Valley, 15 km from the wine-making region of Saumur. It has a gastronomic restaurant and free on-site parking. Each of...
Located in Doué-la-Fontaine
Room from 67 €
Le Dagobert
7.8
Doué-la-Fontaine
This hotel is located in the centre of Doue-La-Fontaine in the heart of Anjou. It offers affordable rooms with private bathrooms, free Wi-Fi internet access and satellite TV. Le Dagobert...
Located in Doué-la-Fontaine
Room from 50 €
Hotel De France
8.1
Doué-la-Fontaine
Hotel de France is located in Doue La Fontaine town centre, between Angers and Saumur. It offers affordable accommodation with free Wi-Fi access and en suite facilities. The hotel’s...
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