Origin of the word "Liger"
Did you know?
By toutatis, ‘liger’ is the Gallic name for the Loire. It gave its name to the inhabitants of the banks of the Loire: the ligériens.
Land of the other Loire
It's hard to believe that before the French Revolution, the Loire was France's motorway. At the astonishing Musée de la Loire, you can find out more about the link that the Loire has forged with mankind over the course of history. Today, the Loire reveals all its wild beauty and secret, deserted little islands. One thing's for sure, with or without a château, you'll have some great experiences with the Loire.
Our towns in the Loire Valley
Cosne Cours sur Loire, Neuvy sur Loire and Pouilly sur Loire were built for the Loire navy, with long quays to accommodate the many boats that used to ply the Loire, and offer visitors some great places to stroll. Have fun spotting the old bargemen's houses and measuring the impressive flood marks.
Visit Pouilly sur Loire Walk to Neuvy-sur-Loire Discover Cosne Cours sur Loire
Not to be missed: the Loire Museum
Located in the heart of the former Augustins convent in the centre of Cosne-Cours-sur-Loire, it houses 2 collections:
- Collection on the Loire and its history
- Fine art collection
- Temporary exhibitions
Collection on the Loire
Discover the history of one of Europe's greatest rivers, its navigation, its inhabitants and its bargemen.
Bonus
Collection Beaux Arts
The second part of the museum, dedicated to the fine arts, is made up of an exceptional collection of modern paintings by such great names as Dufy, Vlaminck, Utrillo and Derain.
Raconte moi une histoire
Exposition temporaire
Did you know ?
Anchors upside down or right side up?
In the old port district and on the quayside, marine anchors are often found on door lintels. They indicate that a family of bargemen lived there. Legend has it that they are often placed upside down to distinguish them from the navy.
The Loire on foot, by bike or by boat
