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Bauge is in the Maine-et-Loire department (and the historical Anjou region) of the Pays-de-la-Loire region.

On arriving in the town the parking is right next to the château which I always find a little disappointing since some of the drama is lost.

The tourist office is inside the 15th century castle and is a beautiful room. Ask for the leaflets giving a guided walk round the town as these are full of detail (Parcours découvert au cœur de la ville).

The castle was the favourite of Duke Rene of Anjou and was home to his fabulous Apocalypse tapestry. The tapestry has now been moved to the Château d’Angers. Inside you can watch a video of the life of René of Anjou, and visit one of the most imprssive apothecary in France - a listed historic monument with more than 600 medical poys and bottles.

Continue to Rue de la Girouardiere, one of the oldest in the town and which leads to the Hospice de la Girouardiere and the Cross of Anjou. This cross is said to be made from the cross on which Christ died. The wood is Palestinian though its authenticity has not been proven.

The cross was apparently given to the monks of Baugé following a thirteenth century crusade in the Holy Land. The double headed cross has been richly decorated with precious stones and is the symbol of Lorraine.

The other main site in Bauge is the ancient apothecary of the Hotel Dieu. This 17th century apothecary has been classed a historic monument and is considered to be one of the most attractive in France.

Around Baugé are eight very strange churches with twisted steeples. No one seems to know why they took on this unusual design.

Famillies might enjoy a day at Holly Park, a theme park in the grounds of a XVIII château. This can be found at Echemire, 4km from Bauge.

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