{"id":15314,"date":"2022-03-17T11:44:00","date_gmt":"2022-03-17T10:44:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.winalist.fr\/blog?p=15314"},"modified":"2026-08-04T16:55:16","modified_gmt":"2026-08-04T14:55:16","slug":"visit-saumur","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.winalist.com\/blog\/travel-france\/loire-valley\/visit-saumur","title":{"rendered":"Top things to do in Saumur: Uncover the historic town on a one-day trip"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Are you planning a trip to the marvelous Loire Valley and looking for more details on which cities to visit? Let us guide you on why Saumur should definitely make it to your bucket list! From an impressive landscape where vineyard and Medieval architecture converge with the beautiful Loire River to Saumur wineries, let’s explore the best things to do in Saumur!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What are the best attractions in Saumur?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Admire the Chateau de Saumur<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Situated at a convenient 2-hour train journey from Paris, Saumur is a privileged destination on the Loire Wine Route<\/a>. With its extraordinary history and grand castles, it has been drawing visitors for centuries to explore its famous cavalry school and vineyards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Property of the Counts of Anjou and then of the Plantagen\u00eats dynasty, the impressive castle was transformed into a royal fortress at the beginning of the 13th century. The architecture of the castle has a particularity: the double-revolution staircase which allowed nobles and servants to be able to go up and down in the same place without crossing each other. You can take it by accessing the belvedere <\/em>in the south wing. Located in the center of the city, you cannot miss it! It’s surely the best starting point for a great discovery of the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Explore the troglodyte caves <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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What truly makes Saumur unique is its vast network of troglodyte caves, stretching over 1,200 kilometers beneath the surface. These underground galleries are now home to sparkling wine producers and even mushroom farms, creating a fascinating and unexpected environment. Visiting these caves offers a completely different perspective, combining history, geology, and wine in a single immersive experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Visit Louis de Grenelle and experience traditional wine cellars<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Louis de Grenelle offers a deep dive into Saumur\u2019s wine culture through its extensive underground cellars. Carved into the rock, these galleries provide the perfect conditions for aging sparkling wines. The visit combines history and craftsmanship, ending with a tasting that highlights the finesse and character of local production.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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