Issue No. 14

Saumur is home to one of the most
important military schools in France – it’s
huge and takes up 20% of the entire town’s
footprint. There’s also an important
equestrian school which puts on a famous
annual event.
A beautiful chapel in the town (now a
school) was once a pilgrimage site of major
importance and spawned a rosary making
industry in Saumur, in fact they still make
them here.
guys this is the place to go if you fancy a
long, cool beer. They play good music and
have a great choice of beer on tap. This
modern bar is loved by locals not just for
the brew but the great saucisson and
cheeses they offer..
Local specialities include mushrooms and
fouées a sort of bread: eat it like the locals
filled with cheese, "snail butter", Nutella or
jam - Loire valley style street food.
Where to eat in Saumur:
Locals love: Bistrot de la Place, there’s a
good choice of dishes and if you go for a
beer or glass of wine they serve great
nibbles! It's very traditional, on a sunny day
the tables spill out onto the pedestrianized
Place St Pierre.
Opposite is Les Tontons (which means
“the uncles”) with a welcoming landlord
who's regarded as a local "character".
There's a fun and friendly atmosphere and
traditional cuisine. This place is a favourite
with the locals.
Insider secret: On a little island in the River
Loire is the Pub House. Run by two young