Camping de Coulvée

This is a gorgeously green area for wanderings, with over 50 signposted paths within striking distance. There’s also a riding centre a few minutes’ drive away should you prefer to hire some hooves (horses and ponies are available for all skill levels and ages six and over). The big attraction around these parts is the Puy du Fou, about 40 minutes' drive away. Should it fire up the desire to see a bit more real history, a 40-minute drive or so on another day will take you to the troglodyte village of Rochemenier or to roam around the 13th-century Château d’Angers. For a grownup day, trot along to the Anjou-Saumur wine museum, to learn about the history of winemaking in the region since the 19th century, and to sign up for guided tastings on selected days. The 15-minute drive there takes you past several wineries where you can call in for a souvenir or two.