Angers Walking tour 2h15 and 22 audio commentary
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Explore Angers, the medieval town in the heart of Maine-et-Loire, in one day. Discover historic gems such as the Château d’Angers, Saint-Maurice Cathedral and the House of Adam, while strolling through its lush gardens. Enjoy a lively atmosphere on Place du Ralliement and picturesque views from the docks. Thanks to a 5.6 km circuit, this walking tour immerses you in the authenticity of the Angevin, between art and history. An audio Guide rich in anecdotes accompanies you for a total immersion in the local culture. - Circuit of 5.6 km on foot, duration of 2h15 - Discover 22 emblematic places of interest of Angers - Includes: Interactive Audio Guide with historical commentary - Suitable for travellers wishing to explore at their own pace
Your experience
Stop 1
You arrive on the beautiful Holy Cross Square. Turn around: here you have a magnificent house, certainly the most famous in Angers! It must be said that it is one of the most beautiful half-timbered houses in the city, and comes straight from the 15th century.
Stop 2
Hidden behind the historic buildings, Place Saint Eloi reveals some of the city’s must-see monuments. In front of you stands the imposing tower of Saint Aubin, which is part of the abbey of the same name that was there between the 12th and 19th centuries.
Stop 3
After 20 years of excavations, archaeologists discovered one of the best preserved Carolingian monuments in France: the Collegiate Church of Saint Martin!
Stop 4
Impossible not to see it from the beginning of the street, here is the beautiful church of Saint Joseph!
Stop 5
Here you are in the heart of the Mail Garden, one of the many parks that make up the city! Did you know that Angers is considered one of the greenest cities in France?
Stop 6
Here you are in Boulevard Foch, one of the biggest arteries in downtown Angevin. Here you will find restaurants, pubs and shops, which attract many Angevins and students every day who come to enjoy the endless entertainment.
Stop 7
I propose here to look up the building on your right which, you will see, is a pretty blue at its top.
Stop 8
Thousands of Angevins pass through this central square every day, which includes bars, restaurants and shops! Originally, there were three churches here.
Stop 9
This beautiful monument in the heart of the shopping street of Angers is the Musée Pincé. Built between 1528 and 1535, it displays a Renaissance style due to the Angevin architect Jean Delespine.
Stop 10
Place du Pilori is a small central square in Angers. Pedestrian and picturesque, it is very popular, located in the heart of shops and restaurants.
Stop 11
Saint-Laud Street is one of the students’ favourite streets, and for good reason, it is full of bars and restaurants of all kinds!
Stop 12
Here we are in front of the City's Covered Point of Sale, called the Biltoki Halls, or Heart of Maine Halls. The Basque group Biltoki took charge of the project, which was inaugurated in 2023.
What’s included
- Recommendations for the best photo opportunities
- Immediate access to the audioguided circuit, no tickets or materials to collect
- Offline mode (no data consumption during the visit)
- 22 immersive audio comments along the way (History...)
- 3 languages available: French, English, Spanish
- Text transcripts of all audio content
- Admire the hidden gems that lie off the beaten track
- Interactive navigation with 3D map to discover the most beautiful streets,...
Not included
- Entrance fees to paid establishments along the route...
- Headphones or headphones (optional)
Meeting and pickup
We build our circuits in the form of a loop so that you can easily start the tour at the point closest to you, the guidance will adapt automatically. If you are nearby, we recommend this ideal Check-out Point.
Before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
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