A convenient 15 mins drive from the cottage, the noble town of Saumur hosts a fabulous market every Saturday morning.The delicious smell of fresh breads and pasteries fill the air. Whilst seasonal fruits and vegetables, flowers, fresh fish and meats, saucisson, oysters and live stock make this colourful and vibrant market one of best attended in the local area.
The market, not only held in the town centre, continues along the towns cobbled streets and continues along the edge of the Loire river where clothing, accessories and an all sortment of household goodies, antiques and otherwise can be found. The atmosphere is a busy one as the market ends at lunch time. Local cafes and brasseries buzz with activity and many a café is enjoyed on the open terraces.
Twined with Warwick, England and Verden, Germany the town of Saumur is also home to the famous Cadre Noir, the National Equestrian School. Throughout the year these magnificant and graceful horses can be seen performing their acrobtic feats and I understand it is the croupade which sets the Cadre Noir apart from their counterparts in Vienna.
With many exhibitions and wine festivals scheduled throughout the year.Saumur is a worthy visit, if not only to see the impressive château but to enjoy the beauty of this river side town set in the heart of the Loire Valley, France.
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