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Things to see in Val-du-Layon (France): 34 places and when to go
Val-du-Layon is a town in France, and this site lists 34 places in and around it, mainly Food and drink (24), History (9), Beaches (1). The best known are Château de Serrant, Château de Mantelon and Château de Souvigné. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 15 h 43 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 17. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- France · 47.3267, -0.6723
- Places
- 34 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Food and drink (24) · History (9) · Beaches (1) · Nature (1) · Wildlife (1)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- ORY Paris (Orly, Val-de-Marne), 274 km as the crow flies
What to see in Val-du-Layon
The places in and around Val-du-Layon, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Château de SerrantRenaissance château in the Loire Valley, France11 km
- Château de MantelonCastle6.2 km
- Château de SouvignéCastle7.4 km
- Château des BuhardsCastle3.7 km
- Château Le LavouërCastle12 km
- Manoir de l'Aunay-GontardCastle9.3 km
- Manoir de la FresnayeCastle1.9 km
- Moulins à vent d'ArdenayHistory3.7 km
- Brasserie Sterne et MousseBrewery4.0 km
- Caves de la RocheWinery679 m
- Château De BellevueWinery2.0 km
- Château de la RoulerieWinery1.1 km
- Château du FresneWinery11 km
- Clos de l'ÉluWinery815 m
- Coulée de SerrantWinery7.3 km
- Damien LAUREAUWinery8.8 km
- Domaine aux MoinesWinery7.5 km
- Domaine BlouinWinery582 m
- Domaine CadyWinery1.2 km
- Domaine de la Roche AiraultWinery2.4 km
- Domaine DelesvauxWinery2.1 km
- Domaine des BaumardWinery3.6 km
- Domaine des ChapellesWinery14 km
- Domaine du Canal de MonsieurWinery337 m
And the other 10, by what you come to do:
When to go to Val-du-Layon
The best time to visit Val-du-Layon is March to October; also possible: November to February. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible8:40
- FebPossible10:01
- MarBest time11:36
- AprBest time13:23
- MayBest time14:53
- JunBest time15:43
- JulBest time15:22
- AugBest time14:03
- SepBest time12:19
- OctBest time10:35
- NovPossible9:03
- DecPossible8:17
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 43 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 17. In June, 34 of the 34 places are at their best.
When to go to France in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Val-du-Layon
The nearest main airport is Paris-Orly Airport (ORY, Paris (Orly, Val-de-Marne)), 274 km as the crow flies. How to get around France (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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And all of France, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Val-du-Layon?
The best known: Château de Serrant, Château de Mantelon, Château de Souvigné, Château des Buhards, Château Le Lavouër. In all, 34 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Val-du-Layon?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 15 h 43 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 17.
How do you get to Val-du-Layon?
The nearest main airport is Paris-Orly Airport (ORY), 274 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Val-du-Layon as the destination and these 34 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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