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Commune in Pays de la Loire, France
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Montsoreau is a village in the Loire Valley, in Pays de la Loire. It's listed amongst the most beautiful villages of France.
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Housed in the first castle of the Loire to have been built, this museum contains the world's largest collection of Art & Language works, assembled by Philippe Méaille during the last 25 years. Art & Language is a British art movement that has invented and deeply influenced conceptual art and music. The museum includes most famous works of Art & Language, including their renowned Mirror piece, and hosts at least two temporary exhibitions of contemporary artists a year, and many conferences. Photography is permitted. Backpacks are not permitted, but there are free lockers after entrance.
Historical monument
Historical monument
Historical monument
Serves slates of delicatessen and local cheeses. Specialty: natural wines and home-made hamburger with french fries.
By train
Saumur and Port-Boulet are the two train stations next to Montsoreau.
By bus
The Saumur-Val de Loire agglomeration Bus network connects Montsoreau to Fontevraud, Turquant, Parnay, Souzay-Champigny, and Saumur.
By car
Montsoreau is best accessed by the D952 road, along the banks of the Loire. From Paris, Bordeaux or Nantes, take Highway A10.
By boat
By bicycle
Montsoreau is a privileged route of Loire à Vélo, accessible from most major cities and SNCF railway stations by bike.
Montsoreau is a fairly small town, so it could be easily explored on foot.
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