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Maine-et-Loire
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Maine-et-Loire is a destination primarily for history and culture lovers. You can explore beautiful castles from various eras, including some that are part of the famous "Loire Valley Castles", a charming prefecture (Angers), and a few interesting towns like Baugé, Béhuard, or the troglodyte village of Rochemenier.
Overview of Maine-et-Loire
Key Facts
- Type of place: department.
- Location:
- Local time:
- Department code: 49.
- Bordering departments:
- Prefecture: Angers.
- Sub-prefectures: Cholet, Saumur, Segré-en-Anjou Bleu.
- Number of municipalities: 185.
- Population: 801,168 inhabitants (2014).
- Area: 7,172 km².
- Density: 112 inhabitants/km².
- Highest point: La Tourlandry (216 m).
- Lowest point: Champtoceaux (12 m).
- Coastline: 0 km, no maritime access.
- Highlights (rated ): Nature / ; Culture ; Relaxation-holidays
- Website: https://www.anjou-tourisme.com
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Maine-et-Loire is a destination primarily for history and culture lovers. You can explore beautiful castles from various eras, including some that are part of the famous "Loire Valley Castles", a charming prefecture (Angers), and a few interesting towns like Baugé, Béhuard, or the troglodyte village of Rochemenier.