Place du Petit Thouars

Place du Petit-Thouars, in Saumur

Place du Petit-Thouars is a lively crossroads of the centre of Saumur, recognisable by its triangular shape. The Saumur audio-guided tour stops here to evoke this place of life, lined with shops and terraces.

A lively crossroads of the city centre

Place du Petit-Thouars is a lively crossroads of the centre of Saumur, recognisable by its typical triangular shape. Lined with shops, cafés and terraces, it bears the name of Admiral Dupetit-Thouars, a figure of French naval history. A place of passage and meeting, it contributes to the liveliness of the city centre and constitutes a landmark prized by the people of Saumur, a stone's throw from the main monuments and Place Saint-Pierre.

What to see

Here you enjoy the liveliness of the triangular crossroads, lined with shops, cafés and terraces, in the heart of the centre of Saumur. Place du Petit-Thouars is a prized place of life, a stone's throw from Place Saint-Pierre. It is a pleasant passage stop, to be explored on foot.

Practical information

Place du Petit-Thouars lies in the heart of the centre of Saumur, reachable on foot. It is a public space open at all times, freely accessible and on the level; the shops and cafés around have their own hours. The square is lively throughout the day.

Where does the name of Place du Petit-Thouars come from?

From Admiral Dupetit-Thouars, a figure of French naval history; it is a lively crossroads with a triangular shape, in the heart of Saumur.

Where is Place du Petit-Thouars?

In the heart of the centre of Saumur, in the Maine-et-Loire.