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Treat yourself to a getaway in the heart of Anjou. Enter your arrival and departure dates below, then book your stay at Château des Forges.
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Treat yourself to a getaway in the heart of Anjou. Enter your arrival and departure dates below, then book your stay at Château des Forges.
Shopping at the markets in Angers is the perfect way to get a true taste of the local terroir and the region's laid-back lifestyle!
As France’s leading green city, the city of King René offers gourmet delights every day of the week. According to the City of Angers, market stalls pop up in almost every neighborhood, six days a week. From our hotel in Angers, the Château des Forges, you can reach the city center in just a few minutes.
Here is our selection of the 5 must-visit markets in Angers.
A true Angers institution, the large Saturday market brings together over 150 vendors in the heart of the city center. At Place du Général Leclerc, stalls are overflowing with seasonal fruits and vegetables, cheeses, and specialties from the Maine-et-Loire region. The atmosphere is vibrant and colorful from the early morning.
Visitor favorite: the wide variety of producers gathered in one place, from greengrocers to fishmongers.
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Just a stone's throw from the Château d'Angers, the Place La Fayette market brings the city center to life twice a week. Over 50 vendors offer fresh produce, flowers, fresh goods, and regional delicacies.
Its central location makes it an easy stop before or after exploring the historic district. Plus, the atmosphere is warm and intimate!
Visitor favorite: its immediate proximity to downtown landmarks, perfect for combining shopping with a stroll.
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On Sunday mornings, the Monplaisir market takes over Boulevard du Doyenné with over 100 vendors. Known as one of the city's busiest, it is popular for its lively atmosphere and variety.
You will find everything from everyday essentials to flavors from around the world. The market is also held on Wednesday mornings on Boulevard Auguste Allonneau.
Visitors love the cosmopolitan feel of the stalls, which bring together cuisines and products from all over the world.
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Fans of farm-to-table shopping gather every Saturday at Place Molière, which is dedicated to organic produce. The fruit, vegetables, bread, and cheese are all 100% organic and often sourced from local producers.
This market attracts those who want to eat healthy, seasonal food. It shares the same philosophy as our restaurant menu, which is built around organic and local ingredients.
Visitors love the guarantee of a 100% organic selection, which is rare for a city-center market.
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Every Friday in the late afternoon, the local producers' market sets up shop at Square Jean Chevillard on Rue Saint-Julien. As the first producers' market in Maine-et-Loire, it highlights local farmers and direct-to-consumer sales.
Vegetables, honey, wine, and cheese go straight from the field to your basket with no middlemen. Plus, its evening hours make it easy to stop by after work.
Visitor favorite: the direct connection with the producers, who love to share stories about their craft and their harvests.
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These Angers markets take turns from Tuesday to Sunday in almost every neighborhood. Once your basket is full, there are still a thousand things to see: to find out things to do in Angers between two gourmet stops, check out our ideas for outings!
Looking for a place to stay while you take the time to discover Angers and its markets? The Château des Forges is located 10 minutes from the center of Angers, featuring a heated pool and a 15-acre park. It is also a great spot for a seminar in Angers or a team building event in Angers, centered around cuisine made with fresh, local ingredients.
Book your stay and come enjoy Angers, just a stone's throw from its markets!
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