Saumur, France

Saumur Travel Guide

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Alternative names: Population: 33.2 thous. (2020)Area: 25.58 mi²Elevation: 118 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 47°15'39"N, 0°4'39"W
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Pays de la LoireFrance

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Saumur Top Attractions

Saumur Attractions - What to See and Explore

Saumur offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Château de Saumur, Musée des Blindés, Abbey of Saint-Florent, Dolmen de Bagneux. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

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  • musee des blindes saumur
  • abbey of saint florent de saumur
  • dolmen de bagneux saumur
  • chapelle saint jean saumur
  • musee de la cavalerie saumur
Day trips

Saumur – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Saumur, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Château d'Azay-le-Rideau (Azay-le-Rideau), Château d'Ussé (Rigny-Ussé), Fontevraud Abbey (Fontevrault).

  • chateau dazay le rideau25 milesE
  • chateau dusse rigny usse17 milesE
  • fontevraud abbey fontevrault8.1 miSE
  • chateau de chinon16 milesSE
  • chateau de montsoreau museum of contemporary art7.3 miSE

Best Time To Visit Saumur

Learn when is the best time to travel to Saumur weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Popularity among visitors

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July is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Many people also choose to visit in June.

Average temperatures in °F

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The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

Monthly rainfall in inches

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in June, July and August. Most of it rains in January, November and December.

Length of day in hours

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

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Best Ways to Experience the Place

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Food & drink

Cuisine

A guide to some of the best local dishes and drinks that you will meet in the region.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the top attractions to visit in Saumur?

What is the best time to visit Saumur?

July is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Many people also choose to visit in June. The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

Where to next? Visit pays de la loire Pays de la Loire region page or discover the top tourist attractions in France.