Saumur
(Pays
de la Loire) Pop: 34,000
Another former Roman outpost and occupying a bank of the
Loire River, Saumur has a highly-regarded religious medal
industry that originated in the 17th century.
The city's noted cavalry school, formed in the 18th
century commands regard also.
Other economies feature clothing, liquors, aluminum
products, and of course, tourism.
The National School of Horsemanship is based in Saumur
with its armored tanks officer training program and annual
equestrian showings.
Coco Chanel has a birthright in Saumur.
Attractions in Saumur:
Boumois chateau
Notre-Dame de Nantilly - 12th century
Jardin de Plantes
Calvary and Armored Forces Museum |
