What to do around it

If you’re looking for things to do around Moncontour, expect to be surprised. This little village has that something extra that you don’t find everywhere: character, peace and a good dose of authenticity. Between the old stones and the greenery, you can wander aimlessly. And that’s often where the magic happens…

The keep, a proud survivor of the Middle Ages, still dominates the valley. It has seen many stories and still tells them in its own way. All around, the footpaths invite you to take a stroll: a pedal on the Ligne Verte, a fishing rod by the water or just a moment suspended in front of the landscape. Here, everything exudes freedom.

Fancy a change of scenery? Take to the skies: the hot-air balloon offers a breathtaking panorama, perfect for seeing the Pays Loudunais from another angle.

When it comes to culture, it’s not all talk, but the real thing: washhouses, museums, shows and, above all, passionate people who love to share their corner of the world. And when it’s time to eat, Saumur PDO wines and local produce do the rest. Simple, good, efficient.

Moncontour is the epitome of what we love about the Pays Loudunais: a place that’s a little bit different, that doesn’t pretend, that doesn’t cheat and that makes a lasting impression.