Discovering Candes-Saint-Martin: A Gem in the Loire Valley – France
Nestled in the Indre-et-Loire department of France, there lies a village that epitomizes the charm and beauty often attributed to French rural life. This is Candes-Saint-Martin, a name that might not ring a bell immediately, but once you visit, it’s hard to forget. A Nautical Past That Shaped a Village In the quaint setting where the Vienne and Loire rivers meet, Candes-Saint-Martin, though small with a population of just about 185, boasts a rich history of river boating. This tradition, thriving particularly after the French Revolution, turned the village into a bustling river port. Imagine boats laden with Loire Valley … Read more