Angers City Guide

Local dishes include pâté aux prunes and fouace. There are international options with growing vegetarian and vegan availability. Some late-night food spots in the city center.

Nightlife is lively thanks to students, with bars and pubs mainly downtown and a few nightclubs.

A mix of traditional French cafés and newer specialty coffee shops.

Tips are not required as service is included in bills. Small tips (5-10%) or rounding up are appreciated in restaurants and taxis.

SIM cards are sold at phone shops such as Orange, SFR, Bouygues Telecom, and Free Mobile. Activation usually needs ID. Orange and Bouygues have good coverage.

The city is clean with regular waste collection and recycling services.

Limited 24/7 services. Some pharmacies open nights on rotation. Convenience stores only rarely open overnight. Late-night food mostly in city center.

Supermarkets like Carrefour, Auchan, Leclerc, and Super U offer international products. Fresh local produce is available at markets like Marché La Fayette. Most supermarkets close Sundays.

Card payments are widely accepted in shops and restaurants, but cash is handy for small purchases or markets.

ATMs are easy to find near banks and commercial areas. International withdrawal fees may apply depending on your bank.

Various local schools and international sections like Lycée International de l'Esplanade offering bilingual options. Admission and waiting times vary.

Digital nomad community is small but growing with some meetups and coworking spaces.

There are large parks and gardens like Parc de Balzac, Lac de Maine, and Jardin du Mail offering green spaces for walking and relaxing.

Running paths along the Maine River and in green parks like Parc de Balzac and Lac de Maine. Generally safe with good air quality.

Several gyms and a public sports complex are available throughout the city.

Tennis courts available in clubs like Angers Tennis Club. Booking usually online or onsite.

Padel courts are growing in popularity with local facilities opening.

Several studios offer various yoga styles and wellness services with drop-in classes.

Options include Judo, Karate, Taekwondo, and some BJJ or Boxing clubs.

Ski resorts are several hours away in the Massif Central and Pyrenees.

You can kayak or paddleboard on the Maine and Loire rivers, with seasonal rentals.

Surfing is only possible on the Atlantic coast, about 1.5 to 2 hours away.

Diving is only available on the coast, far from Angers.

Good healthcare with a major hospital (CHU d'Angers). Some English-speaking staff available but not guaranteed. Pharmacies with a green cross sign are widespread.

Tap water in Angers is safe to drink like most of France.

Several playgrounds and kid-friendly cafes. Attractions include Château d'Angers and Terra Botanica botanical park.

Generally accepting with inclusive venues and good legal protections. Community is small but present.

Pet-friendly with many parks and pet services. Some accommodations and restaurants allow pets.