Turquant

Turquant

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION 
TownTurquant
Insee code49358
Postcode49730
Latitude47.2232480
Longitude0.0281870
AltitudeFrom 26 to 103 meters
Surface7.86 km²
Population588 inhabitants
Density74 inhabitants/km²CLOSEST TOWNS
National labelsParnay at 2.4 km (3 min)
Chief townAngers (at 76 km, 57 min)Montsoreau at 2.7 km (3 min)
DepartmentMaine-et-LoireCandes-Saint-Martin at 3.9 km (4 min)
RegionPays de la LoireSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Turquant has a particular geographical location:

At the heart of the UNESCO site Loire Valley;

At the heart of the Regional Natural Park Loire-Anjou-Touraine;

Between Saumur and Fontevraud, on the border of three districts and three regions;

Between the Loire and hillside cave.


SIGHTSEEING

Turquant today is characterized by a strong dynamic tourism: the path and crafts heritage includes a dozen craftsmen, half in sumptuous workshops cave. Cultural season of thirty dates underpins the vitality of the town. All fields are explored cultural music, theater, crafts, book ...

Two hiking trails to discover: the heritage interpretive trail and small circuit Cities starting character position of the church. Not to mention the circuit of the Loire à Vélo which passes the cave site. An offer of accommodation and food in troglos has also developed and welcomes visitors throughout the year.

Detailed information
MonumentsChurch Saint-Aubin,   Manor of La Chauvellière,   Manor of La Vignole,   Pavilion of La Vignole,   Windmill of La Herpinière,   Windmill of the Val Hulin

ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND

Monuments: Montsoreau, Fontevraud Abbey, Castle Breze, castle museum of Saumur, national riding school, wine cellars ...

Leisure activities: boat cruises of the Loire, kayaking, bike rentals within 10 km around the village.

Leisure activities
NameType of activityPriceTown
Taste and buy wine, cellar toursLocal flavours5 €Saint-Cyr-en-Bourg (7.5 km)

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PHOTOS
Village Crafts - Panoramic View
 
Village Crafts - Before the workshops
Workshop troglodyte night
 
Crafts Shop in Troglo
Great Vignolle - Domain Filliatreau - in the snow
  
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Sunday 26 May
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RESTAURANTS 
La Croix Blanche - Le Plantagenêt  
8.7
Fontevraud-l'Abbaye
Let yourself be carried away by the charm of Le Plantagenet of Hostellerie La Croix Blanche. This former coaching inn dating back to 1696 which has been awarded the title of Master...
Located 4.9 km from Turquant42 € per person 
La Licorne  
9.3
Fontevraud-l'Abbaye
La Licorne opens its doors and welcomes you for a snack. Enjoy the perfect home in a pleasant, ideal for sharing a meal with family or friends. Enjoy gourmet French cuisine made by...
Located 4.9 km from Turquant72 € per person 
Le Restaurant du Golf  
8.5
Roiffé
Want to nature? Need to unwind? Domaine de Saint-Hilaire welcomes you in a green setting Roiffé, near Saumur in the Poitou-Charente. On site, enjoy the 18 hole golf course spanning...
Located 8.1 km from Turquant30 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
L'etape du passe  
Souzay-Champigny
Old house wine with tufa caves along an arm of the Loire between Saumur and Montsoreau.
Located 3.6 km from Turquant50 € the double room 
La thibaudière    
9.8
Allonnes
10 km from Saumur and Bourgueil, and in the immediate vicinity of the park floral Savary Bois Maupassant, chambers of Thibaudière (Gîte de France 3 ears) welcome you in a home of character...
Located 8 km from Turquant54 € the double room 
Le Lamartine  
Saumur
5 minutes from the castle of Saumur, the Lamartine offers 4 bedrooms character. All rooms are equipped with bathroom and toilet. Kitchen and lounge are at your disposal.
Located 8.1 km from TurquantFrom 60 € to 75 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
'La P'tite Troglo'  
9.6
Parnay
Charming cottage troglodyte hill, between Saumur and montsoreau can accommodate 4/6 people 105 m², including a large 65 m² living room (kitchen, dining area and lounge chairs 4), 1...
Located 1.1 km from TurquantFrom 380 € to 570 € per week 
La troglo à plumes  
10
Parnay
This cave dwelling of the XIth century hanging on the hillside of Parnay between Saumur and Montsoreau, housed a community of monks practicing many activities in the Middle Ages. Dug...
Located 2.2 km from TurquantFrom 1160 € to 1260 € per week 
Gite chez le vigneron  
10
Savigny-en-Véron
Lodging at the heart of the vineyards, this gite offers: Living room with fitted kitchen (gas hob, electric oven, microwave oven, dishwasher, fridge, freezer, coffee maker, toaster),...
Located 7.7 km from TurquantFrom 220 € to 360 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
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...
Located 8.9 km from TurquantFrom 15.50 € to 19.30 € per day 
Camping Municipal Les Rives du Douet**    
8.8
Doué-la-Fontaine
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 23 km from TurquantFrom 10.45 € to 14.20 € per day 

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HOTELS
Demeure de la Vignole     
8.4
Turquant
Demeure de la Vignole is a 17th century residence located in the Loire Valley. It offers an indoor heated swimming pool carved into the rock, just 5 km from Fontevraud Abbey. The rooms...
Located in TurquantRoom from 125 €
La Marine de Loire Hôtel & Spa     
8.2
Montsoreau
Hôtel La Marine de Loire is located near the Loire River, in Montsoreau between Saumur and Chinon. Its rooms offer a view of the river or the private garden. All of the rooms are air-conditioned...
Located 2.2 km from TurquantRoom from 153 €
Hotel Le Bussy     
8.5
Montsoreau
Located in an 17th century building overlooking the Loire River, this hotel offers a riverside garden and terrace and guest rooms with free Wi-Fi internet access. Château de Montsoreau...
Located 2.9 km from TurquantRoom from 84 €

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Maine-et-Loire
Grand Hotel de la Gare
This hotel is located opposite Angers-Saint-Laud TGV Train Station and a short walk from the city centre. It offers soundproofed...
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