The tomb of the Vendée general Charles de Bonchamps, illustrious leader of the Vendée Wars, created by David d’Angers, was installed in July 1825 in the abbey church of Saint-Florent-le-Vieil. 200 years later, the town of Mauges-sur-Loire is paying tribute to the soldier and the artist with 3 days of festivities!
Immerse yourself in this historic adventure!
Reconstruction of a Vendée camp during the Vendée Wars by the Cœurs de Chouans association.
Come and chat with the various characters dressed in period costume.
Sale of pancakes cooked over a wood fire (brazier).
Saturday 28 June: visit and show at 3.30pm
Sunday 29 June: visit and show at 3pm and 4pm
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