Loireauxence in the Ancenis area

At Loireauxence, life takes on a whole new meaning!

The commune of Loireauxence, created by the merger of four communes in 2016 (Varades, La Chapelle-Saint-Sauveur, La Rouxière and Belligné) and with a population of over 6,000, is a little corner of life where simplicity and dynamism go hand in hand. Imagine a place where the local café becomes the HQ for families and where the hiking trails invite you to go for invigorating Sunday walks. Thanks to its well-equipped infrastructure and year-round community life, with easy access to major towns and cities, this commune combines the peace and quiet of the countryside with a delightful quality of life, far removed from boredom and hassle!

4 good reasons to say yes to Loireauxence :

  • For its plethora of small shops and health practitioners.

  • For its cultural season, which each year features theatre, circus and cinema.

  • For its educational offer, from nursery to secondary school.

  • For its unspoilt natural areas and its immediate proximity to the Loire.

Because every day, the Loire will bring you joy

In Loireauxence, the Loire isn't just a river, it's the VIP guest in your life! The banks of the Loire, a UNESCO World Heritage site, invite you to go hiking, cycling, boating or even fishing! Here, family walks turn into safari-like expeditions, and you'll come across birds so colourful they'd rival paintings by douanier Rousseau! In short, living in Loireauxence means always being in contact with nature, which makes you say: "Just one more day to enjoy this beauty!

Because it's a great place for families


Imagine a community with several schools, from nursery to college, to choose from like sweets from a box! Children can enjoy extra-curricular activities and leisure activities at the town's two sports complexes! Parents with a little time on their hands will also find plenty to fill their diaries with activities that are good for body and mind! Unless you're the type of person who prefers to sip a coffee and chat with others, while your little ones have fun on the playgrounds...

Finding peace and quiet... just a stone's throw from the neighbouring metropolises

Right in the heart of nature, Loireauxence knows how to stay connected! The departmental roads give you easy access to Angers(35 minutes away by car) and Nantes (45 minutes away by car). And if you prefer the peace and comfort of the train, between 13 and 16 return TER services run daily between Nantes and Angers from Varades - Saint-Florent-le-Vieil station. Enough for a stress-free weekend commute! It's a peaceful place to live, far from the hustle and bustle of the city, but with one foot in the modern world. A zen setting, with just the right amount of accessibility to avoid isolation.

For its bakeries and white coats


In Loireauxence, life is as sweet as a hot croissant! With several bakeries, butchers and grocery shops, shopping here is a 100% local treat! When it comes to health, the commune doesn't do things by halves. You'll find two medical centres with several doctors, three nurses and six physiotherapists to get you back on your feet if need be. Not to mention three psychologists, two chemists, a dental surgeon and a speech therapist.

So there's something to suit almost every need!

Bakeries in Loireauxence

What's not to be missed?

  • Enjoy the sunset at the La Meilleraie spot on the banks of the Loire, opposite the abbey church at Saint-Florent-le-Vieil,
  • Walk or cycle along the banks of the Loire and through the countryside,
  • Visit the various lakes for fishing, relaxing, reading, etc.

La Rouxiere Loireauxence in the Ancenis region
La Rouxiere Loireauxence in the Ancenis region - La Rouxière

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