Angers

Explore Château d'Angers, one of the country's oldest castles, for an old-school experience. The castle is home to a Neolithic tomb that, according to the preservation group, dates back to around 4,000 B.C.

The Château d'Angers was established more than a millennium ago by the Counts of Anjou and is situated in the city of Angers, in the famous Loire Valley. It houses an exceptional example of medieval artwork known as the Apocalypse Tapestry. It's not surprising that the location has been inhabited continuously given that it's a strong fortress with breathtaking beauty thanks to its stunning surroundings and interior furnishings, which include the Apocalypse Tapestry. The incredible collection of tapestries that was created in the late 1300s is regarded by art historians as one of the most significant bodies of French pre-Renaissance art. The tapestry, which is over 450 feet long, depicts the Apocalypse as described in the Book of Revelation.

The castle of Angers is also worth seeing for the fantastic panoramic views offered by the battlements and towers, from which you can see the cathedral towers of the city.

Location: Loire Valley, Maine-et-Loire