Saint-Florent-le-Vieil, Historic commune in Maine-et-Loire, France.
Saint-Florent-le-Vieil sits on a rocky promontory called Mont Glonne, offering panoramic views over the Loire Valley and surrounding countryside from its elevated position at 130 meters above sea level.
Founded in the 4th century by monks following the hermit Saint-Florent, this town became a Benedictine abbey in the 7th century and played a crucial role as the starting point of the Vendée peasant revolt on March 12, 1793.
The abbey houses the famous tomb of General Bonchamps by David d'Angers, symbolizing reconciliation after the Vendée Wars, while the town hosts cultural events including exhibitions and the Rencontres Julien Gracq literary festival.
Visitors can access the town via La Loire à Vélo cycling route, explore the steep streets leading to the abbey, and enjoy boat excursions on the Loire River during weekdays when administrative services operate.
The interactive circuit 'Lison et la quête du souvenir vendéen' uses the Baludik mobile application to tell the story of the Vendée Wars through riddles and games, making history discovery engaging for all ages.
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