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Alexandre Lamoureux - Destination Angers

Angers, an eco-responsible destination

Discover a city committed to sustainable tourism

Angers, capital of the Anjou region, combines real vitality with respect for the environment. Listed as France’s number-one greenest city, it offers a sustainable tourism experience where nature and heritage come together in harmony. Here, visitors are invited to explore the city while adopting planet-friendly practices.

Ready to turn your stay in Angers into an example of sustainable tourism?

Angers, a city where nature reigns supreme

With its many parks and gardens, Angers hides a few real bubbles of peace right in the heart of the city. Balzac Park, for example, offers itself up as a model of ecological development, where local flora and fauna thrive in complete freedom.

The banks of the Maine River, laid out for pedestrians and cyclists, offer a soothing stroll while raising awareness of the need to protect aquatic ecosystems.

A little further afield, yet still in Angers, Île Saint-Aubin is a protected wetland that’s a must-see on sunny days!

Eco-friendly initiatives for a sustainable future

Angers has been committed to sustainable development for decades. The city strives to promote soft mobility, with an extensive network of cycle paths, and encourages the use of eco-friendly transport means such as bicycles, trams and electric buses.

A vast range of ‘Green Key’ accredited accommodation and ‘Ecotable’ accredited restaurants welcome travellers keen to reduce their ecological footprint. Local restaurateurs also favour organic, local and seasonal produce, just like the gourmet restaurants that showcase the wealth of the Anjou region.

Travelers

Dive into responsible tourism in Angers!

Visiting Angers means taking part in an eco-friendly adventure where every action counts. Whether it’s by exploring short supply chains, choosing sustainable activities or discovering the wealth of our natural and cultural heritage, every visitor contributes to preserving this exceptional city.