The dominant feature of the Saumur skyline is the Chateau. Over the centuries the chateau has been used as a palace, garrison and a prison, and is now a museum housing many collections of French history.
From the chateau walls there are impressive views back over the city and to the other side of the river.
Saumur is a very lively town with a population of about 30,000 residents. It has a great range of shops, restaurants and cafes and is very easy to walk around. We loved it here.
On the outskirts of Saumur are quite a few mushroom caves that are still being used to produce a wide variety of mushrooms for the French market. The cave we visited was a cool 14 deg C which apparently is the perfect temperature for growing mushrooms.
Some are grown in hanging bags, some in circular bags on the floor and others in large growing trays.
Here are just some of the varieties grown.
These few looked totally unappetising.
Next we are off to the countryside for a drive.
Margaret River & Beyond 
Love the mushrooms! How’s your French language going?
Certainly getting by with the small amount the French we have. Jim is much better than me but I am doing okay.
Baguette, vino, fromage! What more do you need….
Looks amazing! 🍄 xx
We loved Saumur. Great town with lots to do.
I’m happy you are having such a good time. Your commentary is fantastic Kerry. Looking forward to your next adventure.
Thanks Linda. Glad you are enjoying the blog.
Very impressed, The buildings, country side, scenery very impressive. Seen more here than any documentary,. Close rival to the Tour de France commentary. I can see why people love France. I am enjoying the blog. all the best to both of you. Noel
Thanks Noel, we are having a fabulous time.
I’ve not heard of this one, it looks great.
Yes it is in a lovely area of France.
Magic!!😂
And it really does. 😘