The character of Louis Langlois takes you on a journey through the history of the town of Doué-la-Fontaine.

PRICE: $12
per person

 

Marie de Médicis and Louis XIII arrive in Doué-la-Fontaine. The Baron of Doué-la-Fontaine, Louis Gouffier, Count of Caravas, instructs Louis Langlois, Sieur du Ruau, to inspect whether the town is ready to welcome them.
From nobles to artisans, everyone is busy preparing for the King of France and his mother to discover the riches of the town: -La Dagoberderie -St Denis Collegiate Church -The Falconry -The Tanneries -The Arenas
-The wash house The tour ends with a visit to a private troglodyte cellar and a tasting of Anjou wines from the Pont de Livier estate. Departure and arrival: Place des Fontaines (in front of the Tourist Office). Departure time: 2:30 p.m. Duration of the tour: 3 hours By booking only.

Immerse yourself in the past
Discover the history of the town, accessible to all.
The tour is conducted at a leisurely pace.
Tour of a private wine cellar

City tour + Anjou wine tasting

 

 

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