Montrelais :
A haven of peace on the banks of the Loire
Welcome to Montrelais, a charming little commune of over 800 inhabitants. The atmosphere here is friendly and peaceful, with the Loire River flowing peacefully by. If you're looking for a natural environment, friendly people and a quiet lifestyle without being too far from the big cities, Montrelais is the place for you!
Why move to Montrelais?
Because it's easy to get to
Montrelais is ideally located! Near Ancenis-Saint-Géréon, around 30 minutes from Angers and 45 minutes from Nantes on the D723 and D18. No car? Then get on your bike, as the stations at Ingrandes-le-Fresne-sur-Loire and Varades-Saint Florent le Vieil are nearby, so you can reach these towns even more quickly. Aléop à la demande and transport solidaires also offer problem-free travel. And of course, young Montrelais residents can take advantage of convenient school transport managed by COMPA.
Because it's the perfect place to enjoy nature
Do you love water and outdoor activities? You're going to love Montrelais! With the Loire, you can go canoeing or kayaking, or get lost on nature walks... And for those who love the summer atmosphere, there's the local guinguette, la guinch'ette, which offers fun open-air evenings as soon as the fine weather arrives. Looking for culture? Head to the MAT (Montrelais Art et Territoire) to discover contemporary art exhibitions or take part in creative workshops. Montrelais is the ideal place for a relaxing, friendly day out.
Because it's perfect for families
Montrelais has everything families need to feel at home. The village's state school caters for young children, and there's no need to worry about secondary school, as children can go to Loireauxence or Ingrandes-le-Fresne-sur-Loire, just a few minutes away. When it comes to sport, the local associations are dynamic, such as Les Multi'vitaminées, which organises a whole host of activities to keep you fit and help you get together with your neighbours.
Because everything is close at hand
Need to do some shopping quickly? No problem! Montrelais is ideally laid out around its many hamlets, close to the communes of Ingrandes-le-Fresnes-sur-Loire and Loireauxence.
Must-sees in Montrelais
- Canoe down the Loire and enjoy the breathtaking scenery.
- Enjoy the festive atmosphere at the local guinguette on summer evenings.
- Visit the church of Saint-Pierre and its magnificent stained glass windows depicting the Passion of Christ, listed as a Monument Historique.
- Take a walk along the footpaths.
Further afield
What if your next professional challenge was right here?
Find a job in Montrelais and the surrounding area