To the confluence of the Loire and the Maine

The meeting point of the Maine and the Loire is one of the most stunning sights along this World Heritage listed river.

Touristic places:
- The 6000 ha of the low valleys of Angers are one of the most beautiful and outstanding natural regions of Europe, making it a Natura 2000 site.
- La Pointe is a charming village certified “Ville et Métiers d’Art” (Art town and trades) embarking you an artistic journey and giving you the occasion to discover creations of “artistic-artisans” installed directly in the streets.
- The viewpoint of La Piverdière offers a breathtaking view of Maine, the low Angevin valleys, Angers and its monuments. Access the application La Piverdière 360° from your smartphone to discover the history of plants in Anjou.
- The Pruniers bridge, built in the 20th century, is known to be the bridge crossed by the Allied troops in 1944 to free Angers.

Equipments at your disposal:
- Toilets near Bouchemaine town hall
- Picnic tables in meadows in front of Bouchemaine town hall and in the La Pointe village in front of the confluence of the Maine and the Loire rivers

Departure points
- Quai de la Noé in Bouchemaine
- Parking du Petit Serrant in Bouchemaine
- Parking de la Piverdière in Bouchemaine
- L'Hermitage in Sainte-Gemmes-sur-Loire

Circuit marked out in mauve.

Download the map of walks in and around Angers.

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