★ 3.9Rating
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The Camper’s take
Updated June 2026
Free bitumen parking beside Saumur Castle, ideal for a day visit. Reserved spaces for campervans (3-5 spots), sloping terrain with narrow pitches. Parking prohibited 22:00–08:00 for vehicles over 5 m long or 2 m high. Impressive views of the castle and valley. No services. Suitable for short stops only, not overnight.
Highlights
- Spectacular view of the castle and the valley
- Free and right by the castle and old town
- Dedicated motorhome parking lot, minimal competition with cars
Good to know
- No overnight parking for motorhomes between 10 PM and 8 AM
- Very steep terrain, poor for overnight stays.
- Very narrow spots, difficult maneuvering for motorhomes
Motorhome access : Sloped parking lot with narrow spaces (a motorhome may take up two spots). Easy height clearance but tricky maneuvering.
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