Pays de la Loire, located in the western part of France, is made up of the departments of Sarthe, Maine et Loire, Loire Atlantique, Vendee, and Mayenne. This region shares its boundary with Brittany in the north and west, Poitou-Charentes in the south,

Normandy in the north, and Loire Valley in the east. The beguiling bays, cool sea breeze, and the long sandy beaches are some of the reasons behind the popularity of this region as a tourist destination. Holiday cottages Pays de la Loire are a good accommodation choice for those who come for a vacation here.

Equestrians can visit the National Horse and Riding School located in Saumur known as Cadre Noir. Also known as the "Garden of France", Pays de la Loire has a large number of vineyards producing some of the best quality wines like the Champigny, Muscadet, and Gamay red. Make sure to visit Chambord, which is the biggest of all the castles located in Loire Valley. Also, the medieval fortress of the Lude should be included in your bag of must-see places. This fortress is the only one in France representing three distinct architectural styles namely French Classicism, Medieval, and Italian Renaissance. Reserve any of the holiday homes in Pays de la Loire and set yourself on an exhilarating tour of the region.

The delicious Mussels will simply leave you craving for more. The oysters that come from Vendee, and sardines from Saint Gilles Croix de Vie and La Turballe form the essential part of seafood platter. No vacation is complete without shopping and Pays de la Loire is no exception to that. The local markets are known for their unique antique collections. You will surely enjoy your stay in a holiday apartment Pays de la Loire during the annual La Nuit des Chimeres festival held between July and September. A special feature of this festival is the dance on half-timbered houses.