The must-see places to visit in Cholet
Located in Maine-et-Loire, Cholet attracts visitors with its historical and cultural heritage.
The city is renowned for its textile history and its factory outlets, but also for its prestigious basketball team.
Its human size makes it an ideal destination for a weekend or a longer stay.
Here is a selection of the must-see sites to visit in Cholet.
This museum offers a fascinating dive into the history of Cholet and its region.
The permanent collections present works of art ranging from the Middle Ages to the contemporary era, as well as artifacts illustrating the Wars of the Vendée, a significant period in local history.
Don't hesitate to take a look at the program of temporary exhibitions. They regularly enrich the museum and offer other perspectives on art and history.
📍 Address: 27 avenue de l’Abreuvoir 49 300 Cholet
⌚Opening hours: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. - Sunday from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
💶 Prices: from €2.50 to €5. Free for children.
A symbol of the city, Cholet’s red handkerchief is inseparable from its identity.
During your visit to the Textile and Fashion Museum, you can discover weaving techniques, admire old machines in operation and understand the importance of the famous handkerchief. It is even possible to buy some in the museum shop.
📍 Address: rue du Docteur Roux 49 300 Cholet
⌚ Opening hours: Wednesday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Closed on Sunday mornings
💶 Prices: from €2.50 to €5
A few kilometers from Cholet, the Parc Oriental de Maulévrier is the largest Japanese garden in Europe.
This haven of peace invites contemplation between its harmonious landscapes, its red bridges, its pagodas and its lush vegetation.
This exotic walk should delight lovers of gardens and Asian culture.
📍Address: Place de la Mairie, 49360 Maulévrier
⌚Opening hours: from March 13 to November 16, 2025, every day from 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
💶Prices: €10.50. Free for children under 12.
This imposing church, perched on a hill, is a remarkable example of Romano-Byzantine architecture.
Its frescoes and mosaics retrace key episodes in local history, including the Battle of Cholet in 1793.
The bravest can climb the 132 steps to the carillon to enjoy a panoramic view of the city.
📍 Address: 25 Bd Guy Chouteau 49300 Cholet
⌚Opening hours: Monday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Cholet is famous for its basketball team, the elite of French and European basketball. Why not attend a game in the Meilleraie, the team's iconic venue? A great way to enjoy the city's sporty and friendly atmosphere.
📍 Address: Parc des Expositions de Cholet, La Milleraie
Ideally located in the city center of Cholet, the Hôtel San Benedetto offers a comfortable and elegant setting to explore the city and its surroundings.
Enjoy a warm welcome during your stay. Our air-conditioned and soundproofed rooms are all equipped with an LCD TV and a private bathroom.
You can also enjoy services such as a hearty breakfast and the fitness room to practice your sports routine.
The city is renowned for its textile history and its factory outlets, but also for its prestigious basketball team.
Its human size makes it an ideal destination for a weekend or a longer stay.
Here is a selection of the must-see sites to visit in Cholet.
The Museum of Art and History
This museum offers a fascinating dive into the history of Cholet and its region.
The permanent collections present works of art ranging from the Middle Ages to the contemporary era, as well as artifacts illustrating the Wars of the Vendée, a significant period in local history.
Don't hesitate to take a look at the program of temporary exhibitions. They regularly enrich the museum and offer other perspectives on art and history.
Practical information
📍 Address: 27 avenue de l’Abreuvoir 49 300 Cholet
⌚Opening hours: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. - Sunday from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
💶 Prices: from €2.50 to €5. Free for children.
The Textile and Fashion Museum
A symbol of the city, Cholet’s red handkerchief is inseparable from its identity.
During your visit to the Textile and Fashion Museum, you can discover weaving techniques, admire old machines in operation and understand the importance of the famous handkerchief. It is even possible to buy some in the museum shop.
Practical information
📍 Address: rue du Docteur Roux 49 300 Cholet
⌚ Opening hours: Wednesday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Closed on Sunday mornings
💶 Prices: from €2.50 to €5
The Parc Oriental de Maulévrier
A few kilometers from Cholet, the Parc Oriental de Maulévrier is the largest Japanese garden in Europe.
This haven of peace invites contemplation between its harmonious landscapes, its red bridges, its pagodas and its lush vegetation.
This exotic walk should delight lovers of gardens and Asian culture.
Practical information
📍Address: Place de la Mairie, 49360 Maulévrier
⌚Opening hours: from March 13 to November 16, 2025, every day from 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
💶Prices: €10.50. Free for children under 12.
The Sacré-Cœur of Cholet
This imposing church, perched on a hill, is a remarkable example of Romano-Byzantine architecture.
Its frescoes and mosaics retrace key episodes in local history, including the Battle of Cholet in 1793.
The bravest can climb the 132 steps to the carillon to enjoy a panoramic view of the city.
Practical information
📍 Address: 25 Bd Guy Chouteau 49300 Cholet
⌚Opening hours: Monday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Attend a basketball game
Cholet is famous for its basketball team, the elite of French and European basketball. Why not attend a game in the Meilleraie, the team's iconic venue? A great way to enjoy the city's sporty and friendly atmosphere.
Practical information
📍 Address: Parc des Expositions de Cholet, La Milleraie
Your stay at the Hôtel San Benedetto in Cholet
Ideally located in the city center of Cholet, the Hôtel San Benedetto offers a comfortable and elegant setting to explore the city and its surroundings.
Enjoy a warm welcome during your stay. Our air-conditioned and soundproofed rooms are all equipped with an LCD TV and a private bathroom.
You can also enjoy services such as a hearty breakfast and the fitness room to practice your sports routine.
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