Château d'Angers Fast-Track Ticket

If you go to the Loire,
The must-see Angers Castle

Visit the Angers Castle in the Loire Valley of France! The Angers Castle is a medieval castle built in the mid-9th century, and was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2000. Although it is an old castle, it is well preserved in its original form, so it is loved by many tourists. It is also a great place to spend some leisurely time in the well-maintained garden.

About the history of Angers

• 9th century: Built as a castle by the Count of Angers
• 12th century: Extensive expansion work undertaken by King Henry II Plantagenêt
• 13th century: completed to its present size
• 1485: Acquired by King Louis XI of France
• 16th century: used as a fortress during the religious wars
• 19th century: used as a prison
• 20th century: Opened as a museum

• A huge castle with 17 towers
• 600m long wall
• Apocalypse's Green Artwork: One of the world's largest green art pieces, created in the 14th century
• The Royal Palace: the residence of the Counts of Angers and the Plantagenets
• Cathedral: Built in the 13th century as the Cathedral of St. Louis
• Garden: French-style garden created in the 19th century