At the door of Mauges, a historic site on the banks of the Loire, the last wild river in Europe. Saint-Florent-le-Vieil, the Mecca of the Vendée wars.
An exceptional view of the Loire Valley offers visitors from the esplanade of Mount Glonn.
A city inhabited by the story: you can stroll by letting you win by magic of the past.
A city proud and honored to be able to count among its inhabitants, the writer Gracq, died Dec. 22, 2007. Today you can if you want to follow her on "The Promenade Gracq" dedicated to him.
You can end your visit around sampling the culinary delights of the Loire fish, white butter, foie gras.
SIGHTSEEING
The visit of the abbey is required upon arrival at the esplanade. Experienced by religious wars, the abbey was restored from 1702 to 1710, except for the chorus and the door of the 13th century, south transept, opens onto the cloister. During the wars of Vendee, the abbey is in prison twice. After the fire the city, only this church, roofless but vaulted accommodates the village community. The abbey was restored by Tessier in 1896. You can see the tomb of Bonchamps. On October 18, 1793, General Charles-Artus de Vendée Bonchamps, mortally wounded during the battle of Cholet, Saint-Florent-le-Vieil is illustrated by a gesture of forgiveness. He pardons 5000 Republican prisoners held in the Abbey, while the Republican army fire and killing around.
The view over the Loire, the Abbey, the Museum of Vendée wars are also places to discover, while strolling through the alleys of the old town.
Many walks through the city; list at the Tourist Office - Place de la Févrière 4 - Tel: +33 2 41 72 62 32 - Email: saintflorentlevieil@uneautreloire.fr
Fishing in the Loire is a very popular activity during the heyday: pike, perch ... Visitors can also linger in front of the ball players of sand.
Each year, a cultural season is given in the magnificent setting of the abbey, including concerts, exhibitions, readings, lectures, movies ... are a rich and varied program. The shows are on offer in the auditorium Gracq or in the abbey for large groups.
The Oriental The festival is a highlight each year in the city. The Oriental invite late June and early July, all audiences, young and old, to discover the magic and the authenticity of cultures of the East. Thirty shows, concerts, films, exhibitions and lectures each year offering a varied, compelling and rewarding.
The Summertime International du Pastel, from July to late August, an exhibition of 200 works by French masters pastel and international conferences and exhibitions.
Each year, the old streets come alive every Friday night from mid-July to mid-August. The podiums Florentais allow many musical groups to come forward.
Le Moulin de l'Epinay welcomes you in a green setting, in Saint-Martin-Valmeroux in Auvergne. Discover this renovated mill and enjoy panoramic views over the Loire Valley! Its natural...
Located 3.8 km from Saint-Florent-le-Vieil
53 € per person
Les Bateliers
6
Ancenis
Three Cocottes Logis de France counter! Les Bateliers restaurant welcomes you in Ancenis in a most attractive! The plate, it is your taste buds will be seduced by local cuisine and...
Located 10.3 km from Saint-Florent-le-Vieil
39 € per person
La Table du Pêcheur
7.9
Ancenis
Ideally located opposite the Loire in Saint Pierre, La Table du Pêcheur welcomes you. It serves fish specialties expertly concocted not the chef, Christophe Audrain. Discover a complete...
Character house located directly on the Loire with stunning river views. Marylou is delighted to welcome you in its two guest rooms, including a microwave master suite with private...
Located 8.7 km from Saint-Florent-le-Vieil
75 € the double room
Chambres d'hôtes les fontenelles.
Liré
The Bed and Breakfast 'Les Fontenelles' - Isabelle and Patrice and offer 2 bedrooms in an old restored barn bungalow 'lyre' Liré, home of Joachim du Bellay in 'Anjou' former province...
Located 12.3 km from Saint-Florent-le-Vieil
55 € the double room
Castel Magnolia
Ancenis
Old mansion in 1860, formerly known Mitry hotel located in the heart of downtown, close to the banks of the Loire and shops. Garden and quiet south-facing, shaded by two large magnolia...
We are located in the heart of the vineyard, the wine-making village Landreau, just minutes from Nantes. The cottage is part of a residence of the 18th century, and is the site of the...
The Hotel Restaurant Au Poisson d'Argent is located about 40 minutes from Nantes, on the Loire border. Newly refurbished establishment with a marine atmosphere. For the best of your...
Located 8.6 km from Saint-Florent-le-Vieil
Room from 66 €
Logis De La Loire
8
Ancenis
Situated 15 minutes from Nantes, the hotel boasts a great location between the Loire and Erdre Rivers. It was completely renovated during the winter 2006/07 and offers 40 comfortable...
Located 10.5 km from Saint-Florent-le-Vieil
Room from 50 €
Inter-Hotel Les Jardins de l'Anjou
7
La Pommeraye
Inter-Hotel Les Jardins de l'Anjou is a hotel complex consisting of the Blue Hotel Garden, seminar and congress facilities including 17 seminar rooms, cottages, and excellent sport...
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