Benais opens the doors to two different worlds. On the one side, there are the green hillsides covered with vineyards. And on the other side, there is tufa stone which is at the origin of the surrounding churches, castles and houses.
These two worlds are intimately connected, born from the same landscape, punctuated by astonishing constructions: the troglodytic cavities. Shelter to some, home or storage rooms to others, the caves have hosted a whole “civilisation”.
The heritage trail invites you to discover the witnesses and remains! Travel back to the origins of tufa stone, visit a troglodytic house, etc. The entertaining facilities will guide you. Move on through the vineyards and try to recognize the grape varieties which the famous Loire wines are made of.
Above and under the earth, the hillside of Benais is full of surprises!
As you walk, don’t hesitate to push the door of one of the many estates to taste the excellent AOC Bourgueil wines.
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