About Saumur

Your stay at a bed and breakfast or chambre d''hote in the French town of Saumur located in the Pays de la Loire region is an invitation to take in the sights, relax in a garden, and enjoy some world famous wine. A room at a villa d''hote in Saumur will give you the opportunity to experience the Chateau of Saumur, which is a medieval castle that has been open to the public. This majestic French castle is worth a stay in a local bed and breakfast or chambre d''hote, and it can help you experience medieval times as though you were really there. If you are a wine enthusiast, then schedule your stay at a bed and breakfast or chambre d''hote for the beginning of October to experience the world famous Saumur wine tasting festival. Wine merchants from all over France come together to help Saumur celebrate their rich wine heritage, and with a room at a bed and breakfast or chambre d''hote during this time of year you get to take part in that wine tasting festival and experience the sights of Saumur for yourself. Saumur also offers a bit of history as a famous World War II battle, the battle of Saumur, was fought in this small French town. A visit to Saumur will allow you to re-live history both ancient and modern.