Château d'Angers: Fast Track Ticket
Highlight
- Explore the center of an extensive fortress to uncover the gardens, fortifications, moat, drawbridge, inner yard, and the chapel
- Marvel at the breathtaking 'Apocalypse Tapestry' - the most expansive woven piece from medieval times
- Stroll along the walls to enjoy the romantic and sweeping vistas of the city
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By using the fast-track access, you will be able to enter this medieval castle immediately and explore the largest and oldest collection of medieval tapestries in the world. The 'Apocalypse Tapestry' from the 14th century, which depicts life in France during that time, is considered one of the finest in the world. Additionally, enjoy stunning city views from atop the castle walls!
Established by the Counts of Anjou in the 9th century and later enlarged in the 13th century, the Château d'Angers boasts 17 towers. It exudes both romance and history!
Rediscover the elegant courtly life of bygone eras in France. Wander around the lovely gardens that stretch to the castle moats, promenade along the rampart for stunning urban vistas, and should you chance upon an unoccupied turret, consider loosening your hair just like Rapunzel!
Maybe the primary motivation for tourists is to catch a sight of the 'Apocalypse Tapestry'. Extending for 103 meters and located in its own remarkable hall, it stands as the most extensive woven art piece from the medieval era.The extraordinary medieval artwork showcases the Plague, famine, and the Hundred Years War, making it a must-see for anyone who wants to witness history come alive.
