Montreuil-Bellay

Montreuil-Bellay boasts an exceptional medieval heritage. The fortified town stands untouched on its cornice, contrasting with the tranquillity inspired by the Thouet, flowing at its feet. 1000 years of local history await you!

This small town of character is a place of contradiction, elegantly combining a system of fortifications built around three walls serving their castle with a multi-faceted plant and landscape heritage. A signposted educational trail will help you discover and understand the town's key architectural features, such as the ramparts, the Saint Jean hospital, the collegiate church and the Nobis priory, as well as the town gates, one of which features a rare defensive element: the bossing.
Immersed in the heart of the Saumur wine-growing region, Montreuil-Bellay offers soothing green detours such as the banks of the Thouet, the Mail aux Belles, the botanical circuit...