Saumur, Ville d'art et d'histoire

In Saumur, tourism and holidays go hand in hand. The elegance of the town owes much to the lofty silhouette of its château, sitting on the left bank of the Loire. The tufa stone has earned the town the nickname Saumur la Blanche.

Saumur "la blanche" has a rare elegance, with its castle and houses clad in tufa stone. This treasure trove of the Loire Valley is home to a wealth of talented people who cultivate the art of living, the art of wine and the art of horsemanship...
The town of Saumur and the equestrian world have been inextricably linked since the late 16th century. It was at this time that the first equestrian academy was founded. Even today, the riders at the Ecole Nationale d'Equitation, based around the famous Cadre Noir, continue to train the top executives in international equestrianism.
The school offers guided tours, public presentations, Cadre Noir galas and numerous equestrian events throughout the year.