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Look back at the 2018 “Habiter l’eau” forum
Some fifty participants gathered at the 2018 feedback forum of the “Habiter l’eau” (Living at the water's edge) laboratory, held on 18 May in Angers: among them teachers and students, directors and policy officers of urban planning agencies and the Établissement Public Loire, government departments and Mission Val de Loire. Beyond the pooling of results (project design, programming and assessment), the focus was also on identifying recurring themes and highlighting lessons that could be learned.
Retour sur le forum “Habiter l’eau” 2018
Some fifty participants gathered at the 2018 feedback forum of the “Habiter l’eau” (Living at the water's edge) laboratory, held on 18 May in Angers: among them teachers and students, directors and policy officers of urban planning agencies and the Établissement Public Loire, government departments and Mission Val de Loire. Beyond the pooling of results (project design, programming and assessment), the focus was also on identifying recurring themes and highlighting lessons that could be learned.
Call for proposals on knowledge of amphihaline migratory fish populations in the Loire basin
A call for proposals is running until 15 September 2018, with a view to encouraging knowledge acquisition, monitoring of amphihaline migratory fish populations and harnessing this knowledge for expert appraisal purposes on the Loire basin.
Appel à projets sur la connaissance des populations de poissons migrateurs amphihalins du bassin de la Loire
A call for proposals is running until 15 September 2018, with a view to encouraging knowledge acquisition, monitoring of amphihaline migratory fish populations and harnessing this knowledge for expert appraisal purposes on the Loire basin.
2018 Nature & Landscape Biennial: water
The next edition of the Nature & Landscape Biennial, organised by the CAUE 41 and Agglopolys, will deal with the theme of “water”, incorporating historic, landscape, environmental and architectural dimensions. It will take place on Friday 16 and Saturday 17 March in Blois. It will be preceded by the international “Water(s) and Landscape(s)” symposium, aimed at researchers, which will take place in Blois on 14 and 15 March.
Biennale Nature & Paysage 2018 : l’eau
The next edition of the Nature & Landscape Biennial, organised by the CAUE 41 and Agglopolys, will deal with the theme of “water”, incorporating historic, landscape, environmental and architectural dimensions. It will take place on Friday 16 and Saturday 17 March in Blois. It will be preceded by the international “Water(s) and Landscape(s)” symposium, aimed at researchers, which will take place in Blois on 14 and 15 March.
Studies carried out in the Loire Valley are being put online
Centre-Val de Loire Regional Directorate for the Environment, Development and Housing (DREAL) have put two studies, one landscape and the other historical, online and made a cartographic atlas available.
Mise en ligne des études menées sur le Val de Loire
Centre-Val de Loire Regional Directorate for the Environment, Development and Housing (DREAL) have put two studies, one landscape and the other historical, online and made a cartographic atlas available.
New itinerary on the value of landscapes
Mission Val de Loire is carrying out a study on the socioeconomic value of landscapes along with various partners. On Saturday 1 July 2017, some fifteen local inhabitants (residents, farmers, association leaders and elected officials) joined up with the research team sent out by the Passeurs-Paysagistes association on a tour taking them from Saint-Saturnin-sur-Loire to Trélazé along the southern hillside and crossing the Authion Valley.
Nouveau parcours sur la valeur des paysages du Val de Loire
Mission Val de Loire is carrying out a study on the socioeconomic value of landscapes along with various partners. On Saturday 1 July 2017, some fifteen local inhabitants (residents, farmers, association leaders and elected officials) joined up with the research team sent out by the Passeurs-Paysagistes association on a tour taking them from Saint-Saturnin-sur-Loire to Trélazé along the southern hillside and crossing the Authion Valley.
Amboise in the Gallic era
The Amboise oppidum is one of the Centre-Val de Loire Region’s major archaeological sites and one of the largest Gallic agglomerations in northwestern Gaul. From mid-June onwards, the City of Amboise is drawing on its past with the “Ambacia, la Gauloise” exhibition and a whole series of related activities.
Amboise à l’heure gauloise
The Amboise oppidum is one of the Centre-Val de Loire Region’s major archaeological sites and one of the largest Gallic agglomerations in northwestern Gaul. From mid-June onwards, the City of Amboise is drawing on its past with the “Ambacia, la Gauloise” exhibition and a whole series of related activities.
Chambord: new formal French gardens
Since 20 March 2017, visitors have been able to explore Chambord's rediscovered formal French gardens. They are spread over six and a half hectares at the foot of the château's north façade. Dreamt up during Louis XIV's reign, with a drawing completed in 1734, these gardens existed for over two centuries before gradually disappearing during the inter-war period. The restoration work only lasted five months, starting in August 2016.
Chambord : nouveaux jardins à la française
Since 20 March 2017, visitors have been able to explore Chambord's rediscovered formal French gardens. They are spread over six and a half hectares at the foot of the château's north façade. Dreamt up during Louis XIV's reign, with a drawing completed in 1734, these gardens existed for over two centuries before gradually disappearing during the inter-war period. The restoration work only lasted five months, starting in August 2016.
2017 residence programme at “La Colombière”
The Fondation Marquise de Narros - Institut de France is the legatee of "La Colombière", a property on the banks of the Loire in Gennes-Val-de-Loire. In partnership with Mission Val de Loire and Gennes-Val-de-Loire, two residence programmes are available on the theme of the Loire Valley cultural landscape and its portrayals, each one lasting six weeks through the summer of 2017: one artist-in-residence programme and one researcher-in-residence programme.
Résidences à « La Colombière » 2017
The Fondation Marquise de Narros - Institut de France is the legatee of "La Colombière", a property on the banks of the Loire in Gennes-Val-de-Loire. In partnership with Mission Val de Loire and Gennes-Val-de-Loire, two residence programmes are available on the theme of the Loire Valley cultural landscape and its portrayals, each one lasting six weeks through the summer of 2017: one artist-in-residence programme and one researcher-in-residence programme.
Management training for wineries
Teaching of the first module of the University Diploma (DU) on winery management (GeMaVi) will begin on 8 November 2016 at the Tours IUT. Made possible thanks to the vinOpôle partnership, this module will delve into all the essentials for running a winery successfully.
Une formation pour la gestion et du management d'entreprises vitivinicoles
Teaching of the first module of the University Diploma (DU) on winery management (GeMaVi) will begin on 8 November 2016 at the Tours IUT. Made possible thanks to the vinOpôle partnership, this module will delve into all the essentials for running a winery successfully.
Maine-et-Loire archaeological preservation centre
The French State and Maine-et-Loire département have committed to preserving the archaeological collections obtained through all of the excavation operations carried out in Maine-et-Loire by the various operators (including Pôle Archéologie and INRAP) and to ensuring they can be accessed by researchers. A Research & Preservation Centre (CCE) has been built in Rue de Frémur, near the Pôle archéologie, as part of the Département-level Heritage Preservation Centre.
Centre de conservation archéologique du Maine-et-Loire
The French State and Maine-et-Loire département have committed to preserving the archaeological collections obtained through all of the excavation operations carried out in Maine-et-Loire by the various operators (including Pôle Archéologie and INRAP) and to ensuring they can be accessed by researchers. A Research & Preservation Centre (CCE) has been built in Rue de Frémur, near the Pôle archéologie, as part of the Département-level Heritage Preservation Centre.
“Du Roi René à Végépolys”
Plant life is a key historical, patrimonial, scientific, technical, economic and cultural component of Anjou as a whole, as well as being of importance to tourism. This work covers six centuries of the history of plant life in Anjou, from the days of Good King René to the creation of the Végépolys competitive cluster. The author, Jean-Luc Gaignard, is Director of Strategy at Terre des Sciences and a former Research Engineer at INRA.
Du roi René à Végépolys
Plant life is a key historical, patrimonial, scientific, technical, economic and cultural component of Anjou as a whole, as well as being of importance to tourism. This work covers six centuries of the history of plant life in Anjou, from the days of Good King René to the creation of the Végépolys competitive cluster. The author, Jean-Luc Gaignard, is Director of Strategy at Terre des Sciences and a former Research Engineer at INRA.
L’EncyclO, for whatever you need to know about Orleans
Orleans’ Municipal and Community Archives and the Pôle d'Archéologie are uploading L'EncyclO, providing a doorway to constantly evolving knowledge via cartographic access and historical timeline access.
L'EncyclO, pour tout savoir sur Orléans
Orleans’ Municipal and Community Archives and the Pôle d'Archéologie are uploading L'EncyclO, providing a doorway to constantly evolving knowledge via cartographic access and historical timeline access.
Inauguration of the newly restored former Saint-Libert Chapel
The newly restored former Saint-Libert Chapel in Tours was inaugurated on 13 May 2016. Property and headquarters of the Touraine Archaeological Society (SAT), it provides its owners with an ideal setting for their activities, permanent (office, meeting-room, collections, etc.) and temporary (lectures, concerts, seminar hosting, etc.) alike. The project enabled restoration of a piece of historical heritage set on the banks of the Loire and added to our knowledge of it – a perfect illustration of the Loire Valley World Heritage site’s values.
Inauguration de l’ancienne chapelle Saint-Libert restaurée
The newly restored former Saint-Libert Chapel in Tours was inaugurated on 13 May 2016. Property and headquarters of the Touraine Archaeological Society (SAT), it provides its owners with an ideal setting for their activities, permanent (office, meeting-room, collections, etc.) and temporary (lectures, concerts, seminar hosting, etc.) alike. The project enabled restoration of a piece of historical heritage set on the banks of the Loire and added to our knowledge of it – a perfect illustration of the Loire Valley World Heritage site’s values.
Natural heritage, cultural heritage: what shared ambitions?
Organised by the Federation of Conservatories of Natural Areas (FCEN) in partnership with Mission Val de Loire, the seminar is set to take place on the Loire Valley World Heritage site on 22 and 23 June 2016, with the first day in Tours and the second in the field, following an itinerary along the Loire (between Villandry and Bréhémont), by canoe and bicycle. Speakers will seek to put “natural heritage” and “cultural heritage” into perspective.
Patrimoine naturel, patrimoine culturel : quelles ambitions partagées ?
Organised by the Federation of Conservatories of Natural Areas (FCEN) in partnership with Mission Val de Loire, the seminar is set to take place on the Loire Valley World Heritage site on 22 and 23 June 2016, with the first day in Tours and the second in the field, following an itinerary along the Loire (between Villandry and Bréhémont), by canoe and bicycle. Speakers will seek to put “natural heritage” and “cultural heritage” into perspective.
River roads great and small
From 7 to 11 March 2016, Agrocampus Ouest in Angers hosted the inter-schools of landscaping workshop organised with the support of the Ministry of Ecology and Sustainable Development. Master’s 1 students from Angers, Blois, Bordeaux, Paris and Lille set to work on a subject set by the Angers Region’s Urban-Planning Agency (AURA), with a view to sketching out proposals for development of the Mayenne-Sarthe-Maine confluence site.
Petits et grands chemins de rivières
From 7 to 11 March 2016, Agrocampus Ouest in Angers hosted the inter-schools of landscaping workshop organised with the support of the Ministry of Ecology and Sustainable Development. Master’s 1 students from Angers, Blois, Bordeaux, Paris and Lille set to work on a subject set by the Angers Region’s Urban-Planning Agency (AURA), with a view to sketching out proposals for development of the Mayenne-Sarthe-Maine confluence site.
International symposium on Ecosystem Services
This symposium will be held from 24 to 26 May 2016 in Tours on the "Contributions and relevance in urban environments" of ecosystem services, with a particular emphasis on its cultural input. The symposium will be attended by researchers and students across all disciplines, managers of urban green spaces and anyone with an interest in nature in cities and the services it provides.
Colloque international Services écosystémiques
This symposium will be held from 24 to 26 May 2016 in Tours on the "Contributions and relevance in urban environments" of ecosystem services, with a particular emphasis on its cultural input. The symposium will be attended by researchers and students across all disciplines, managers of urban green spaces and anyone with an interest in nature in cities and the services it provides.
Nature&Landscape Biennale 2016: the tree
Scheduled to be held in Blois on Friday 18 and Saturday 19 March 2016, the 2016 Biennale has selected trees as this year’s focus and seeks to provide an opportunity for local government officials, specialists and an interested public to exchange viewpoints and discuss the subject. The Biennale is preceded by an international colloquium entitled “Tree(s) and Landscape(s)”, intended for researchers and set to take place in Blois on 16 and 17 March 2016 at the Centre-Loire Valley INSA’s School of Nature and Landscape.
Biennale Nature&Paysage 2016 : l’arbre
Scheduled to be held in Blois on Friday 18 and Saturday 19 March 2016, the 2016 Biennale has selected trees as this year’s focus and seeks to provide an opportunity for local government officials, specialists and an interested public to exchange viewpoints and discuss the subject. The Biennale is preceded by an international colloquium entitled “Tree(s) and Landscape(s)”, intended for researchers and set to take place in Blois on 16 and 17 March 2016 at the Centre-Loire Valley INSA’s School of Nature and Landscape.
Sixth-formers protect the black poplar
This year, students at the Lycée Angers Le Fresne sixth-form college are helping to restore the Loire black poplar tree as part of a national call for projects, BIODIVEA, aimed at developing biodiversity on the farmland of agricultural lycées. This Lycée got involved in this call for projects in 2012. The project also concerns protection of local apple and pear varieties.
Les lycéens préservent le peuplier noir
This year, students at the Lycée Angers Le Fresne sixth-form college are helping to restore the Loire black poplar tree as part of a national call for projects, BIODIVEA, aimed at developing biodiversity on the farmland of agricultural lycées. This Lycée got involved in this call for projects in 2012. The project also concerns protection of local apple and pear varieties.
Uploading of the "Atlas de la Loire" collection
The Loir-et-Cher County Archives have just digitised and uploaded this collection of 38 maps, harking back to the 1860s and completed in pen-and-ink and watercolour by the Bridges and Highways department (the current-day County Department for Local Areas). This superb collection gives an invaluable snapshot of agricultural and urban developments around the Loire in the late 19th century.
Mise en ligne du fonds « Atlas de la Loire »
The Loir-et-Cher County Archives have just digitised and uploaded this collection of 38 maps, harking back to the 1860s and completed in pen-and-ink and watercolour by the Bridges and Highways department (the current-day County Department for Local Areas). This superb collection gives an invaluable snapshot of agricultural and urban developments around the Loire in the late 19th century.
Vulnerability to climate change
A hearing of foresight experts is to be held in Orleans on 15 December 2015 with a view to furthering the Ligerian initiative on adaptation to the impacts of climate change launched by the Loire Public Establishment in 2007.
Vulnérabilité au changement climatique
A hearing of foresight experts is to be held in Orleans on 15 December 2015 with a view to furthering the Ligerian initiative on adaptation to the impacts of climate change launched by the Loire Public Establishment in 2007.
VOLUBILIS action-research project
The University of Orléans is undertaking a promotional/research project on the Volubilis archaeological site in Morocco which is listed as a World Heritage site. This project is part of the cooperation between the Centre-Loire Valley and Mekhnès-Tafilalet regions, and is funded by the regional research assistance programme. Mission Val de Loire will be involved in the promotion/adoption aspects.
Projet de recherche- action VOLUBILIS
The University of Orléans is undertaking a promotional/research project on the Volubilis archaeological site in Morocco which is listed as a World Heritage site. This project is part of the cooperation between the Centre-Loire Valley and Mekhnès-Tafilalet regions, and is funded by the regional research assistance programme. Mission Val de Loire will be involved in the promotion/adoption aspects.
"Arbre(s) et Paysage(s)" call for applications
The School for Nature and Landscape (INSA Centre-Loire Valley) and Joint Lab 7324 CITERES (CNRS, University of Tours)-Zone Atelier Loire are launching a call for applications for the international symposium that they are organising in Blois on 16 and 17 March 2016. This symposium is part of the Nature and Landscape 2016 biennial event, "Arbre(s)" (Tree(s)) planned by the Loir-et-Cher Council of Architecture, Urban Planning and the Environment (CAUE), Agglopolys and Centre-Loire Valley National Institute of Applied Sciences (INSA).
Appel « Arbre(s) et Paysage(s) »
The School for Nature and Landscape (INSA Centre-Loire Valley) and Joint Lab 7324 CITERES (CNRS, University of Tours)-Zone Atelier Loire are launching a call for applications for the international symposium that they are organising in Blois on 16 and 17 March 2016. This symposium is part of the Nature and Landscape 2016 biennial event, "Arbre(s)" (Tree(s)) planned by the Loir-et-Cher Council of Architecture, Urban Planning and the Environment (CAUE), Agglopolys and Centre-Loire Valley National Institute of Applied Sciences (INSA).
Loire & Affluents, innovation for the basin's benefit
For the purposes of encouraging research, development and innovation for the benefit of the river basin, on 24 & 25 September 2015 the Loire Public Establishment (EPL) organised four scientific and technical discussion sessions in connection with the Loire Festival. Some one hundred people came to take part in these sessions, and more than 150 were able to follow the discussions live online.
Loire & Affluents, l’innovation au service du bassin
For the purposes of encouraging research, development and innovation for the benefit of the river basin, on 24 & 25 September 2015 the Loire Public Establishment (EPL) organised four scientific and technical discussion sessions in connection with the Loire Festival. Some one hundred people came to take part in these sessions, and more than 150 were able to follow the discussions live online.
Le Bosseau, a new traditional boat known as "toue sablière"
From 31 March to 4 July 2015, the Touraine-Loire Valley Permanent Centre for Environmental Initiatives (CPIE) built a traditional "toue sablière" boat with a group of students from the Pontourny Vocational Training and Education Centre (CEFP) in Véron. This project was supervised by professionals from the CEFP in the workshop of Bruno Perdriau, a marine carpenter based in Saint Germain sur Vienne, and Florian Messin, a head educator at the CPIE and coordinator of this project.
Le Bosseau, nouvelle toue sablière
From 31 March to 4 July 2015, the Touraine-Loire Valley Permanent Centre for Environmental Initiatives (CPIE) built a traditional "toue sablière" boat with a group of students from the Pontourny Vocational Training and Education Centre (CEFP) in Véron. This project was supervised by professionals from the CEFP in the workshop of Bruno Perdriau, a marine carpenter based in Saint Germain sur Vienne, and Florian Messin, a head educator at the CPIE and coordinator of this project.
Landscape seminars
From September 2015 to May 2016, the CNRS ESO (spaces and societies) joint lab is planning 9 research seminars on landscape at the Maison des Sciences Humaines in Angers.
Les séminaires du paysage
From September 2015 to May 2016, the CNRS ESO (spaces and societies) joint lab is planning 9 research seminars on landscape at the Maison des Sciences Humaines in Angers.
From King René to Végépolys
The industrial, technological and scientific centre Terre des Sciences has partnered up with the well-known Végépolys competitive cluster to develop links between plant life and tourism with a view to promoting the vegetation sector in the eyes of locals and tourists alike – an economic activity in keeping with a rich history running from King René to the 19th century’s horticulturists and taking in the Loire navy, which linked the Valley to the world via the port of Nantes. Following initial action at Château d'Angers, fresh ideas and projects continue to abound.
Du Roi René à Végépolys
The industrial, technological and scientific centre Terre des Sciences has partnered up with the well-known Végépolys competitive cluster to develop links between plant life and tourism with a view to promoting the vegetation sector in the eyes of locals and tourists alike – an economic activity in keeping with a rich history running from King René to the 19th century’s horticulturists and taking in the Loire navy, which linked the Valley to the world via the port of Nantes. Following initial action at Château d'Angers, fresh ideas and projects continue to abound.
Ecosystem services in urban environments
Tours’ François Rabelais University has launched a call for submissions for an international colloquium to be held in the city between 24 and 26 May 2016. The event aims to take a closer look at the notion of ecosystem services in urban environments, focusing in particular on its cultural acceptance. With regard to other services, thought will be given to their contributions to humankind, users and managers.
Services écosystémiques dans les milieux urbains
Tours’ François Rabelais University has launched a call for submissions for an international colloquium to be held in the city between 24 and 26 May 2016. The event aims to take a closer look at the notion of ecosystem services in urban environments, focusing in particular on its cultural acceptance. With regard to other services, thought will be given to their contributions to humankind, users and managers.
VinOpôle Centre-Loire Valley
This new viticultural skills cluster aims to contribute to the regional sector’s dynamism and competitiveness. It should enable development of research, transfer and training activities in the vitivinicultural field. The network possesses a building in Amboise, which was inaugurated on 7 July 2015.
VinOpôle Centre Val de Loire
This new viticultural skills cluster aims to contribute to the regional sector’s dynamism and competitiveness. It should enable development of research, transfer and training activities in the vitivinicultural field. The network possesses a building in Amboise, which was inaugurated on 7 July 2015.
Feedback on the Landscape and Sustainable Development programme (PDD2)
Two tools for presenting the PDD2 have been created to let not just the scientific community know about the outcome of these projects, but also local officials, authorities and associations alike: a book and a symposium scheduled for 17 & 18 June 2015 at La Défense in Paris.
Restitution du programme Paysage et développement durable (PDD2)
Two tools for presenting the PDD2 have been created to let not just the scientific community know about the outcome of these projects, but also local officials, authorities and associations alike: a book and a symposium scheduled for 17 & 18 June 2015 at La Défense in Paris.
Call for applicants for archaeological digs in Amboise
From 6 to 31 July 2015, archaeological digs will be taking place at the Plateau des Châtelliers in Amboise, the setting of the main Gallic urban area in Touraine. Applicants must be motivated, in good physical shape and be able to attend for at least two weeks in a row.
Appel à candidature pour des fouilles archéologiques à Amboise
From 6 to 31 July 2015, archaeological digs will be taking place at the Plateau des Châtelliers in Amboise, the setting of the main Gallic urban area in Touraine. Applicants must be motivated, in good physical shape and be able to attend for at least two weeks in a row.
Francis I, King of War, King of Peace
From 30 June to 3 July 2015, the 58th International Symposium of Humanist Studies organised at the CESR and Domaine national de Chambord is devoted to Francis I to mark the 500th anniversary of his coronation. Thirty or so of the top specialists in the subject will study the royal imagination and the practices and cultures of war at the time, as well as the art and politics of diplomacy. This event will shed fresh light on who King Francis I was, thanks to the most recent research carried out on his reign.
François Ier, roi de guerre, roi de paix
From 30 June to 3 July 2015, the 58th International Symposium of Humanist Studies organised at the CESR and Domaine national de Chambord is devoted to Francis I to mark the 500th anniversary of his coronation. Thirty or so of the top specialists in the subject will study the royal imagination and the practices and cultures of war at the time, as well as the art and politics of diplomacy. This event will shed fresh light on who King Francis I was, thanks to the most recent research carried out on his reign.
Videos of the study day "The Loire Valley tomorrow?”
The study day "The Loire Valley tomorrow? Around the Loire: realities and prospects" was organised on 8 April 2015 in Tours by Mission Val de Loire together with its Scientific and Professional Board.
Vidéos de la journée d’études « Demain le Val de Loire ? »
The study day "The Loire Valley tomorrow? Around the Loire: realities and prospects" was organised on 8 April 2015 in Tours by Mission Val de Loire together with its Scientific and Professional Board.
River Culture: drivers of land use and environmental integrity
As part of the activities of the UNESCO Chair "Rivers and Heritage: natural and cultural diversity of river landscapes", this workshop is being organised at Angers University on Tuesday 7 and Wednesday 8 July 2015 to take stock of current research on the chair's theme and provide an initial discussion forum for researchers from the partner universities. The workshop is intended for academics, young researchers, professors, lecturers and students as well as the many professionals involved in water and environment management and development (local authorities, water management and development plans [SAGE], nature parks, federations and international organisations).
Culture du fleuve : occupation des sols, pratiques et qualité environnementale
As part of the activities of the UNESCO Chair "Rivers and Heritage: natural and cultural diversity of river landscapes", this workshop is being organised at Angers University on Tuesday 7 and Wednesday 8 July 2015 to take stock of current research on the chair's theme and provide an initial discussion forum for researchers from the partner universities. The workshop is intended for academics, young researchers, professors, lecturers and students as well as the many professionals involved in water and environment management and development (local authorities, water management and development plans [SAGE], nature parks, federations and international organisations).
Angers University launches Angers Tourism.Lab
The partners involved in the Angers Tourism.Lab project undertaken by Angers University aim to make Pays de la Loire a European leader in the fields of academic and applied research on tourism, training in professions linked to the sector, and innovation in tourism companies and tourist destinations.
L’Université Angers lance Angers Tourism.Lab
The partners involved in the Angers Tourism.Lab project undertaken by Angers University aim to make Pays de la Loire a European leader in the fields of academic and applied research on tourism, training in professions linked to the sector, and innovation in tourism companies and tourist destinations.
Training sessions in gardens and green spaces 2015
The Domaine de Chaumont-sur-Loire and Centre Region Association of Parks and Gardens (APJRC) is organising training sessions on gardens and green spaces.
Formations jardins et espaces verts 2015
The Domaine de Chaumont-sur-Loire and Centre Region Association of Parks and Gardens (APJRC) is organising training sessions on gardens and green spaces.
What will the Loire be like tomorrow? Loire site: the reality and prospects
On Wednesday 8 April 2015 in Tours, Mission Val de Loire will be organising this study day for all local authorities, State representatives and associations in the Loire Valley who are involved in shaping its future. Mission Val de Loire intends for it to be a wide-open session that encourages debate and discussion, and in this way make its own contribution to the general discussions on the matter.
Demain le Val de Loire ? Espace ligérien : réalités et perspectives
On Wednesday 8 April 2015 in Tours, Mission Val de Loire will be organising this study day for all local authorities, State representatives and associations in the Loire Valley who are involved in shaping its future. Mission Val de Loire intends for it to be a wide-open session that encourages debate and discussion, and in this way make its own contribution to the general discussions on the matter.
Agrocampus Ouest students win out
4 Agrocampus Ouest landscape engineering students, some of them already graduates, were awarded first prize in the “Gardens of Expression” competition organised by Angers Loire Métropole.
Des étudiants d’Agrocampus Ouest primés
4 Agrocampus Ouest landscape engineering students, some of them already graduates, were awarded first prize in the “Gardens of Expression” competition organised by Angers Loire Métropole.
A Palaeolithic site of major interest in the Loire Valley
The Roc-en-Pail (or Rocampaille) site in Chalonnes-sur-Loire underwent a fresh series of excavations in the summer of 2014, previous digs having been carried out between 1943 and 1969. New research on bones unearthed in those early excavations has shown them to be those of a Neanderthal man (45,000 years old) –the first of their kind to be discovered in Pays de la Loire.
Un site paléolithique d’intérêt pour le Val de Loire
The Roc-en-Pail (or Rocampaille) site in Chalonnes-sur-Loire underwent a fresh series of excavations in the summer of 2014, previous digs having been carried out between 1943 and 1969. New research on bones unearthed in those early excavations has shown them to be those of a Neanderthal man (45,000 years old) –the first of their kind to be discovered in Pays de la Loire.
Shared installations for Angevin plant life
The Installations Expérimentales Mutualisées (INEM – shared experimental installations) developed by the IRHS (Institut de Recherche en Horticulture et Semences / institute for research on horticulture and seeds, which brings together Anjou’s top researchers on plant biology) were inaugurated in early November. Located in the heart of the Campus du Végétal, INEM comprises 3000 m² of new greenhouses, cultivation rooms and plastic tunnels (bringing Agrocampus Ouest’s existing equipment up to a total of 7000 m²) with the goal of sharing and rationalising resources while providing a state-of-the-art experimental and educational facility.
Installations mutualisées pour le végétal angevin
The Installations Expérimentales Mutualisées (INEM – shared experimental installations) developed by the IRHS (Institut de Recherche en Horticulture et Semences / institute for research on horticulture and seeds, which brings together Anjou’s top researchers on plant biology) were inaugurated in early November. Located in the heart of the Campus du Végétal, INEM comprises 3000 m² of new greenhouses, cultivation rooms and plastic tunnels (bringing Agrocampus Ouest’s existing equipment up to a total of 7000 m²) with the goal of sharing and rationalising resources while providing a state-of-the-art experimental and educational facility.
Forum “The Loire & its tributaries at the heart of the Europe of rivers”
Held in Orleans on Wednesday 10 December 2014 and organised by the Loire Public Establishment, this free event is open to all comers and aims to be an opportunity for exchange of experience and transfer of know-how with regard to cooperation on integrated management of river basins. The day will combine theme-based roundtables and targeted encounters with cooperation project partners.
Forum « Loire & affluents au cœur de l'Europe des fleuves »
Held in Orleans on Wednesday 10 December 2014 and organised by the Loire Public Establishment, this free event is open to all comers and aims to be an opportunity for exchange of experience and transfer of know-how with regard to cooperation on integrated management of river basins. The day will combine theme-based roundtables and targeted encounters with cooperation project partners.
6th landscape doctoral days
These days, organised by the National Graduate School of Nature and Landscape (ENSNP) with support from the Minister for Ecology, will take place in Blois. They will comprise the presentation of theses, in the form of speeches, posters and field visits.
6èmes journées doctorales en paysage
These days, organised by the National Graduate School of Nature and Landscape (ENSNP) with support from the Minister for Ecology, will take place in Blois. They will comprise the presentation of theses, in the form of speeches, posters and field visits.
Archaeological excavations on the left bank in Blois
Since October 2013, INRAP archaeologists have been carrying out digs upstream of the project for reconversion of the Vienne district’s psychiatric hospital on the left bank of the Loire in Blois. The excavations, which cover an area of almost 12,000 m² and which were ordered by the State (DRAC Centre), are the first to be undertaken to the south of the Loire in Blois.
Fouilles archéologiques en rive gauche à Blois
Since October 2013, INRAP archaeologists have been carrying out digs upstream of the project for reconversion of the Vienne district’s psychiatric hospital on the left bank of the Loire in Blois. The excavations, which cover an area of almost 12,000 m² and which were ordered by the State (DRAC Centre), are the first to be undertaken to the south of the Loire in Blois.
Inauguration of the "Intelligence des Patrimoines" building
25 June 2014 saw the inauguration of a new building belonging to the Centre for Higher Renaissance Studies (CESR), a mixed research unit under the joint aegis of François-Rabelais University, Tours, and the CNRS. The new space will be given over to the “Intelligence des Patrimoines” programme providing a fresh approach to territorial promotion combining scientific research and the socioeconomic world to a single end.
Inauguration de la maison "Intelligence des Patrimoines"
25 June 2014 saw the inauguration of a new building belonging to the Centre for Higher Renaissance Studies (CESR), a mixed research unit under the joint aegis of François-Rabelais University, Tours, and the CNRS. The new space will be given over to the “Intelligence des Patrimoines” programme providing a fresh approach to territorial promotion combining scientific research and the socioeconomic world to a single end.
Review of Villandry’s participative landscape project
On Saturday 28 June 2014, a public holiday, some sixty people attended the inauguration of an exhibition on this experiment, in the presence of the municipality’s elected officials and Mission Val de Loire, a partner of the project. For several months, local inhabitants took part in the drafting of a project for their municipality, with the help of researchers and practitioners engaged in this piece of action research, which is part of a programme under the Ministry of Sustainable Development.
Restitution du projet de paysage participatif à Villandry
On Saturday 28 June 2014, a public holiday, some sixty people attended the inauguration of an exhibition on this experiment, in the presence of the municipality’s elected officials and Mission Val de Loire, a partner of the project. For several months, local inhabitants took part in the drafting of a project for their municipality, with the help of researchers and practitioners engaged in this piece of action research, which is part of a programme under the Ministry of Sustainable Development.
Val de Loire patrimoine mondial - Identité, protection, valorisation (Loire Valley world heritage - Identity, protection and showcasing)
This publication by François Priet and Philippe Tanchoux of the University of Orléans is published by Presses Universitaires Rennes with the support of the Public Authorities body of the university. It deals with legal arrangement issues of the concepts of world heritage properties and outstanding universal value (OUV).
Val de Loire patrimoine mondial - Identité, protection, valorisation
This publication by François Priet and Philippe Tanchoux of the University of Orléans is published by Presses Universitaires Rennes with the support of the Public Authorities body of the university. It deals with legal arrangement issues of the concepts of world heritage properties and outstanding universal value (OUV).
Training initiative on interpreting the Loire winegrowing landscape
On Tuesday 29 April 2014, this training initiative day brought together some twenty heritage mediators - "Villes et Pays d’art et d’histoire" group leaders, lecturer guides, educational group leaders from wine museums, etc. This fell within the scope of the 2014 interregional cooperation initiatives project "Showcasing and promoting Loire Valley vineyards", a European Leader programme, bringing together the Loire Touraine GAL (Local Action Group), the Vignoble Nantais GAL and the Layon Saumurois GAL.
Formation-action sur la lecture des paysages viticoles de Loire
On Tuesday 29 April 2014, this training initiative day brought together some twenty heritage mediators - "Villes et Pays d’art et d’histoire" group leaders, lecturer guides, educational group leaders from wine museums, etc. This fell within the scope of the 2014 interregional cooperation initiatives project "Showcasing and promoting Loire Valley vineyards", a European Leader programme, bringing together the Loire Touraine GAL (Local Action Group), the Vignoble Nantais GAL and the Layon Saumurois GAL.
Day in homage to François Beaudouin
On Tuesday 24 June 2014 in Tours and Savonnières, in homage to the multifaceted work of François Beaudouin, Mission Val de Loire and the general inventory mission of cultural heritage, alongside numerous partners, will together consider the transmission of this knowledge both to the scientific community and to those fond of the river. His talented and pioneering work, his know-how and his capacity to pass on his knowledge will be highlighted.
Journée d’hommage à François Beaudouin
On Tuesday 24 June 2014 in Tours and Savonnières, in homage to the multifaceted work of François Beaudouin, Mission Val de Loire and the general inventory mission of cultural heritage, alongside numerous partners, will together consider the transmission of this knowledge both to the scientific community and to those fond of the river. His talented and pioneering work, his know-how and his capacity to pass on his knowledge will be highlighted.
Launch of the “River culture” UNESCO Chair
The UNESCO “River Culture” Chair is now a reality, under the joint aegis of the Universities of Tours (Karl Wantzen, IMACOF) and Angers (Aziz Ballouche), in partnership with Mission Val de Loire.
Lancement de la Chaire UNESCO « fleuve et patrimoine »
The UNESCO “River Culture” Chair is now a reality, under the joint aegis of the Universities of Tours (Karl Wantzen, IMACOF) and Angers (Aziz Ballouche), in partnership with Mission Val de Loire.
Lycée students to build a vineyard lodge
In collaboration with Saumur’s municipal technical services, pupils at Sadi Carnot-Jean Bertin Polyvalent Lycée are planning to build a vineyard lodge.
Des lycées construisent une loge de vigne
In collaboration with Saumur’s municipal technical services, pupils at Sadi Carnot-Jean Bertin Polyvalent Lycée are planning to build a vineyard lodge.
A fresh eye on Orleans – the city’s archaeology and history
Dozens of archaeological operations have been carried out over the last 25 years or so, dozens of sites excavated, studied and compared by Orleans’ Municipal Archaeological Department (SAMO) and the Association for National Archaeological Excavations (AFAN), now the National Institute of Preventive Archaeological Research (INRAP). Exhibition, activities, tour and mobile phone app shed new light on certain aspects of urban history.
Regards sur Orléans – Archéologie et histoire de la ville
Dozens of archaeological operations have been carried out over the last 25 years or so, dozens of sites excavated, studied and compared by Orleans’ Municipal Archaeological Department (SAMO) and the Association for National Archaeological Excavations (AFAN), now the National Institute of Preventive Archaeological Research (INRAP). Exhibition, activities, tour and mobile phone app shed new light on certain aspects of urban history.
Heritage & Touraine Room at Tours Library
Following completion of initial work on restructuring the Central Library, the Heritage & Touraine Room on the ground floor is now open to the public. Besides the books contained in the Touraine-Val de Loire collection, it also gives visitors free access to books on the old collection’s open shelves.
Salle Patrimoine & Touraine à la bibliothèque de Tours
Following completion of initial work on restructuring the Central Library, the Heritage & Touraine Room on the ground floor is now open to the public. Besides the books contained in the Touraine-Val de Loire collection, it also gives visitors free access to books on the old collection’s open shelves.
Inauguration of the centre for water excellence in Chinon
The centre, inaugurated in mid-December 2013 at 11 quai Danton in Chinon comprises three buildings. The first is dedicated to university premises and is home to IMACOF (Engineering of Aquatic Environments and River Corridors) and the CETU Elmis. The second building is home to a business incubator. The third is a farm house to be restored, which will cost a total investment of 2.2 million euros, of which 1.5 million has already been invested in the first two buildings.
Inauguration du pôle d’excellence de l’eau à Chinon
The centre, inaugurated in mid-December 2013 at 11 quai Danton in Chinon comprises three buildings. The first is dedicated to university premises and is home to IMACOF (Engineering of Aquatic Environments and River Corridors) and the CETU Elmis. The second building is home to a business incubator. The third is a farm house to be restored, which will cost a total investment of 2.2 million euros, of which 1.5 million has already been invested in the first two buildings.
Fontevraud-l’Abbaye and Montsoreau
This work is the product of a topographic inventory carried out by the Heritages service and the Inventory of Pays de la Loire on the municipalities of Fontevraud-L’Abbaye and Montsoreau (Maine-et-Loire). Based on a presentation of the major constructions that are the abbey and the castle, it puts these historical buildings into context and enables us to explore the host of other elements which contribute to the rich heritage that these lands have to offer.
Fontevraud-l’Abbaye et Montsoreau
This work is the product of a topographic inventory carried out by the Heritages service and the Inventory of Pays de la Loire on the municipalities of Fontevraud-L’Abbaye and Montsoreau (Maine-et-Loire). Based on a presentation of the major constructions that are the abbey and the castle, it puts these historical buildings into context and enables us to explore the host of other elements which contribute to the rich heritage that these lands have to offer.
Launch of the Vinopôle Centre Val de Loire network
After Aquitaine, the Loire Valley is the second region to have a Vinopôle (wine centre) network, officially launched on 17 December 2013. The Vinipôle Centre Val de Loire network is intended to develop research, transfer and training activities in the field of wine growing and producing, as much in regards to its technical as its socio-economical aspects.
Lancement du réseau Vinopôle Centre Val de Loire
After Aquitaine, the Loire Valley is the second region to have a Vinopôle (wine centre) network, officially launched on 17 December 2013. The Vinipôle Centre Val de Loire network is intended to develop research, transfer and training activities in the field of wine growing and producing, as much in regards to its technical as its socio-economical aspects.
Villandry’s inhabitants try their hand at participating in the landscaping project
As part of an action research programme underway in Villandry, three workshops were held this autumn following in the footsteps of the landscape trails held in June 2013. The aim was to enlist participating villagers’ help in pinpointing the various landscaping issues involved and in mapping out paths of action to “dynamise and restructure the centre of Villandry".
A Villandry, les habitants expérimentent la participation au projet paysager
As part of an action research programme underway in Villandry, three workshops were held this autumn following in the footsteps of the landscape trails held in June 2013. The aim was to enlist participating villagers’ help in pinpointing the various landscaping issues involved and in mapping out paths of action to “dynamise and restructure the centre of Villandry".
Economy, heritage and landscape
On Thursday 12 December 2013 the Mission Val de Loire is organising a brainstorming day in Tours on the economic value of heritage and its landscapes.
Economie, patrimoine et paysage
On Thursday 12 December 2013 the Mission Val de Loire is organising a brainstorming day in Tours on the economic value of heritage and its landscapes.
Territorial conference: on the road to action
The last territorial conference, bringing together the main local authorities of the UNESCO-listed site and chaired by the Coordinating Prefect and the Region’s two presidents, was held in Tours on 25 September 2013. On the agenda: a review of the management plan a year after it was approved, and the prospects for an action plan to put its main guidelines into practice.
Conférence territoriale : en marche pour l’action
The last territorial conference, bringing together the main local authorities of the UNESCO-listed site and chaired by the Coordinating Prefect and the Region’s two presidents, was held in Tours on 25 September 2013. On the agenda: a review of the management plan a year after it was approved, and the prospects for an action plan to put its main guidelines into practice.
Landscape trails in Villandry
As part of the research programme "Participation of populations and renewal of landscape practices", a study-action is under way in Villandry. Local inhabitants were invited on landscape trails in June 2013.
Parcours Paysage à Villandry
As part of the research programme "Participation of populations and renewal of landscape practices", a study-action is under way in Villandry. Local inhabitants were invited on landscape trails in June 2013.
“Utopies ligériennes 3” (Loire Utopias 3)
On 6 & 7 June 2013, the Agence d'urbanisme de la région angevine is giving the public the chance to come and admire the projects dreamt up by students from the National School of Architecture in Nantes as part of a partnership and educational scheme set up to inspire urban, architectural and landscape programmes and projects in the Loire Valley.
Utopies ligériennes 3
On 6 & 7 June 2013, the Agence d'urbanisme de la région angevine is giving the public the chance to come and admire the projects dreamt up by students from the National School of Architecture in Nantes as part of a partnership and educational scheme set up to inspire urban, architectural and landscape programmes and projects in the Loire Valley.
The Gallo-Romans between Loire and Vienne
The catalogue of this exhibition on display at the Écomusée du Véron is available. This offers a summary of the research carried out on the Gallo-Roman sites recently excavated in the Vienne valley. With a series of well-documented and richly illustrated articles, the catalogue delves deeper into the themes touched on in the exhibition.
Les Gallo-Romains entre Loire et Vienne
The catalogue of this exhibition on display at the Écomusée du Véron is available. This offers a summary of the research carried out on the Gallo-Roman sites recently excavated in the Vienne valley. With a series of well-documented and richly illustrated articles, the catalogue delves deeper into the themes touched on in the exhibition.
Outstanding Universal Value at local level
At the request of the Mission Val de Loire, the 2012-2013 class of the Master 2 on Environment, Territory and Landscape at François-Rabelais University in Tours conducted a study to identify the materialisation of the Outstanding Universal Value (OUV) of the Loire Valley World Heritage at the scale of the towns of Cinq-Mars-la-Pile and Vallères in Indre-et-Loire. This territorialisation of the OUV aims at making it easier to promote and protect the listed site through local projects and actions.
La Valeur Universelle Exceptionnelle à l’échelle locale
At the request of the Mission Val de Loire, the 2012-2013 class of the Master 2 on Environment, Territory and Landscape at François-Rabelais University in Tours conducted a study to identify the materialisation of the Outstanding Universal Value (OUV) of the Loire Valley World Heritage at the scale of the towns of Cinq-Mars-la-Pile and Vallères in Indre-et-Loire. This territorialisation of the OUV aims at making it easier to promote and protect the listed site through local projects and actions.
Redevelopment of the Musée de l'ardoise landscape
For several days, a team of eight trainees from the Maison Familiale Rurale de Gennes "Centre le Verger" took part in an integration training session to improve the appearance of the outside of the Musée de l’ardoise in Trélazé.
Réaménagement paysager au Musée de l’ardoise
For several days, a team of eight trainees from the Maison Familiale Rurale de Gennes "Centre le Verger" took part in an integration training session to improve the appearance of the outside of the Musée de l’ardoise in Trélazé.
A closer look at the heritage of the Orléans region
This photo competition organised by the SPECULOS association is open to students and inhabitants in the Orléans urban area from 1st April to 12th May 2013. Participants are invited to submit their photo to the association's website. The winning photos will be presented through an exhibition on the University of Orléans campus, and the three winners will be awarded during the preview.
Zoom sur les patrimoines de l’Orléanais
This photo competition organised by the SPECULOS association is open to students and inhabitants in the Orléans urban area from 1st April to 12th May 2013. Participants are invited to submit their photo to the association's website. The winning photos will be presented through an exhibition on the University of Orléans campus, and the three winners will be awarded during the preview.
“Beaugency. L’évolution d’une ville en Val de Loire”
This book, published by the Directorate of the Centre Region’s General Inventory in the “Cahiers du patrimoine” series (no.103), is the fruit of a General Inventory of Cultural Heritage operation covering the entire canton. It provides a summary of Beaugency’s urban and architectural development from the Middle Ages to the 20th century, preceded by an overview of the site’s occupation in earlier days.
Beaugency. L’évolution d’une ville en Val de Loire
This book, published by the Directorate of the Centre Region’s General Inventory in the “Cahiers du patrimoine” series (no.103), is the fruit of a General Inventory of Cultural Heritage operation covering the entire canton. It provides a summary of Beaugency’s urban and architectural development from the Middle Ages to the 20th century, preceded by an overview of the site’s occupation in earlier days.
Mobilisation of the landscape by local public stakeholders
On 6th February 2013 in Tours, Lolita Voisin was awarded first class honours for her thesis undertaken in 2008: “Mobilisation of the landscape by local public stakeholders: a strategic challenge of territorialisation? Thoughts in Middle Loire: Blois, Nevers, Saumur.”
La mobilisation du paysage par les acteurs publics locaux
On 6th February 2013 in Tours, Lolita Voisin was awarded first class honours for her thesis undertaken in 2008: “Mobilisation of the landscape by local public stakeholders: a strategic challenge of territorialisation? Thoughts in Middle Loire: Blois, Nevers, Saumur.”
Conference cycle “Nul n’est censé ignorer la Loire !”
The Loire inspires artists, gets scientists thinking and treats its visitors to delightful outings on foot, by bicycle or on its barges … But for all that the Loire may be the backbone of the towns on its banks, inhabitants often know very little about it. The next conference cycle for the Mercredis de Thélème (Thélème Wednesdays) from February to December 2013 is therefore an invitation to look riverwards and to find out more about it through themes developed by teachers and researchers at the University of Tours and their guests.
Cycle de conférences « Nul n’est censé ignorer la Loire ! »
The Loire inspires artists, gets scientists thinking and treats its visitors to delightful outings on foot, by bicycle or on its barges … But for all that the Loire may be the backbone of the towns on its banks, inhabitants often know very little about it. The next conference cycle for the Mercredis de Thélème (Thélème Wednesdays) from February to December 2013 is therefore an invitation to look riverwards and to find out more about it through themes developed by teachers and researchers at the University of Tours and their guests.
Restoration of the Loire riverbed at Orléans
This work involves removing some of the trees behind the Saint-Charles duit (ribbon of stone built in the past in the Loire riverbed to partially channel its flow and facilitate sailing) to allow the water to flow better in periods of high water levels. This is because, over the past 30 years, the vegetation has grown considerably in this sector, which causes the level of the water after heavy rainfall to rise excessively, thereby increasing the risk of flooding. The provisional works schedule is intended to last 3 years in order to plan for an archaeological dig stage which got under way in November 2012.
Restauration du lit de la Loire à Orléans
This work involves removing some of the trees behind the Saint-Charles duit (ribbon of stone built in the past in the Loire riverbed to partially channel its flow and facilitate sailing) to allow the water to flow better in periods of high water levels. This is because, over the past 30 years, the vegetation has grown considerably in this sector, which causes the level of the water after heavy rainfall to rise excessively, thereby increasing the risk of flooding. The provisional works schedule is intended to last 3 years in order to plan for an archaeological dig stage which got under way in November 2012.
Call for subscription for a publication on the history of Beaugency
The Heritage Inventory Directorate of the Centre Region will shortly be publishing "BEAUGENCY. L’évolution d’une ville en Val de Loire" (BEAUGENCY. The changing face of a Loire Valley town) with the Lieux Dits publishing house, in the "Cahiers du patrimoine" collection. A subscription has been launched by the publisher to purchase the publication at a special rate, valid until 6th March 2013.
Appel à souscription pour un ouvrage sur l’histoire de Beaugency
The Heritage Inventory Directorate of the Centre Region will shortly be publishing "BEAUGENCY. L’évolution d’une ville en Val de Loire" (BEAUGENCY. The changing face of a Loire Valley town) with the Lieux Dits publishing house, in the "Cahiers du patrimoine" collection. A subscription has been launched by the publisher to purchase the publication at a special rate, valid until 6th March 2013.
Chambord undergoes archaeological diagnosis
Alongside the National Domaine of Chambord’s restoration of its English garden and installation of a biomass heating system, an archaeological diagnosis was carried out by the Institut National de Recherches Archéologiques Préventives (INRAP) between 4 and 20 December 2012 on the request of the State (DRAC Centre). Research focused on detection of remains of all kinds and from all eras, and on characterisation of the various phases and periods of occupation of this part of the Domaine.
Un diagnostic archéologique à Chambord
Alongside the National Domaine of Chambord’s restoration of its English garden and installation of a biomass heating system, an archaeological diagnosis was carried out by the Institut National de Recherches Archéologiques Préventives (INRAP) between 4 and 20 December 2012 on the request of the State (DRAC Centre). Research focused on detection of remains of all kinds and from all eras, and on characterisation of the various phases and periods of occupation of this part of the Domaine.
Heritage access for people with motor disabilities
As part of the accessibility and mediation objective of the Great Loire Valley Sites excellence initiative, the Mission Val de Loire, with the help of the association Interface Handicap and in partnership with the Domaine National de Chambord, organised a study and training day on this theme on Tuesday 20th November 2012.
Accès au patrimoine pour les personnes en situation de handicap moteur
As part of the accessibility and mediation objective of the Great Loire Valley Sites excellence initiative, the Mission Val de Loire, with the help of the association Interface Handicap and in partnership with the Domaine National de Chambord, organised a study and training day on this theme on Tuesday 20th November 2012.
Ongoing training programmes on Landscape, green spaces and plants
Agrocampus Ouest (Angers, Rennes) and the Domaine de Chaumont-sur-Loire have published their 2013 training catalogue.
Formations continues Paysage, espaces verts et végétal
Agrocampus Ouest (Angers, Rennes) and the Domaine de Chaumont-sur-Loire have published their 2013 training catalogue.
Publication of the “Fluvial Heritage” file by the INP
This continuing education file was created by the Institut National du Patrimoine (INP) Curators' Department’s documentary resources centre, for the “fluvial heritage” seminar organised by the INP and held on 7, 8 and 9 June 2011 at the DRAC Centre (Orleans) and the Musée de la Marine de Loire (Châteauneuf-sur-Loire).
Publication du dossier « Le patrimoine fluvial » par l’Inp
This continuing education file was created by the Institut National du Patrimoine (INP) Curators' Department’s documentary resources centre, for the “fluvial heritage” seminar organised by the INP and held on 7, 8 and 9 June 2011 at the DRAC Centre (Orleans) and the Musée de la Marine de Loire (Châteauneuf-sur-Loire).
Park Technical Days, 2012
Designed for local-authority technicians and officials as well as for actors in development and ambassadors of the Loire-Anjou-Touraine Regional Nature Park, these technical days focus on innovative experiments, actual cases and field trips.
Journées techniques du Parc 2012
Designed for local-authority technicians and officials as well as for actors in development and ambassadors of the Loire-Anjou-Touraine Regional Nature Park, these technical days focus on innovative experiments, actual cases and field trips.
An interpretation centre for the estuary and the Loire in Saint-Nazaire
This centre is due to open in 2015 in the old lifting factory – which attests to the city's historical and industrial past and was built at the turn of the 20th century, finally closing its doors in 1989. The project – which will cost around 10 million euros – is the brainchild of the Pays de la Loire Region, Saint-Nazaire and the Grand Port Maritime Nantes-Saint-Nazaire.
Un centre d’interprétation de l’estuaire et de la Loire à Saint-Nazaire
This centre is due to open in 2015 in the old lifting factory – which attests to the city's historical and industrial past and was built at the turn of the 20th century, finally closing its doors in 1989. The project – which will cost around 10 million euros – is the brainchild of the Pays de la Loire Region, Saint-Nazaire and the Grand Port Maritime Nantes-Saint-Nazaire.
Call for papers: 3rd scientific days for Sustainable Tourism
Organised on 21 and 22 June 2012, at the Tours Business School (ESCEM), the 3rd scientific days for Sustainable Tourism will be devoted to the "Management of sustainable tourism and promotion of the architectural and cultural heritage (audit, strategies, evaluation)".
Appel à communication 3èmes journées scientifiques du Tourisme Durable
Organised on 21 and 22 June 2012, at the Tours Business School (ESCEM), the 3rd scientific days for Sustainable Tourism will be devoted to the "Management of sustainable tourism and promotion of the architectural and cultural heritage (audit, strategies, evaluation)".
2,000 years of development along the Loire unearthed by excavations in Tours
Carried out prior to the construction of housing by Bouygues Immobilier Val de Loire over 4,500 sq.m., the excavations unearthed different stages of development along the Loire in Tours, from antiquity up to the Middle Ages. The studies, bringing together archaeologists, geologists and historians, have helped paint a picture of how the urban area around the river has changed over time by revealing a landing stage, a road dating back to the Roman Principate, a necropolis from the Late Roman Empire and medieval habitats.
2000 ans d’aménagement des bords de Loire dévoilés par des fouilles à Tours
Carried out prior to the construction of housing by Bouygues Immobilier Val de Loire over 4,500 sq.m., the excavations unearthed different stages of development along the Loire in Tours, from antiquity up to the Middle Ages. The studies, bringing together archaeologists, geologists and historians, have helped paint a picture of how the urban area around the river has changed over time by revealing a landing stage, a road dating back to the Roman Principate, a necropolis from the Late Roman Empire and medieval habitats.
Awareness-raising on sensory and cognitive mediation of heritage
On Tuesday 15 November 2011, as part of the “accessibility/mediation” component of the “excellence” approach taken by the Grands sites du Val de Loire network, Mission Val de Loire, with the help of the Interface Handicap association and in partnership with the Château Royal d’Amboise, held a study and training day focusing on mediation of heritage for the hearing impaired and mentally disabled. Two further days devoted to mediation of the Loire Valley World Heritage site are scheduled for December.
Sensibilisation à la médiation sensorielle et cognitive du patrimoine
On Tuesday 15 November 2011, as part of the “accessibility/mediation” component of the “excellence” approach taken by the Grands sites du Val de Loire network, Mission Val de Loire, with the help of the Interface Handicap association and in partnership with the Château Royal d’Amboise, held a study and training day focusing on mediation of heritage for the hearing impaired and mentally disabled. Two further days devoted to mediation of the Loire Valley World Heritage site are scheduled for December.
Short course on “Wine Tourism English”
This course, offered by the Edgard Pisani CFPPA in Montreuil-Bellay, aims to master the art of communicating in English within the context of acting as host at a vineyard, a small wine cellar or a wine cellar cooperative.
Formation courte « Anglais de l’oenotourisme »
This course, offered by the Edgard Pisani CFPPA in Montreuil-Bellay, aims to master the art of communicating in English within the context of acting as host at a vineyard, a small wine cellar or a wine cellar cooperative.
VINIFLORE, an educational and commercial event
VINIFLORE 2011 will be held on Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 November at the Edgard Pisani wine school (Montreuil-Bellay) and around 2,000 visitors are expected. Wines from different agricultural colleges, not just from every wine growing region of France, but also from some European wine growing regions, are offered for tasting and sale by students studying wine growing, making and tasting at the school.
VINIFLORE, événement pédagogique et commercial
VINIFLORE 2011 will be held on Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 November at the Edgard Pisani wine school (Montreuil-Bellay) and around 2,000 visitors are expected. Wines from different agricultural colleges, not just from every wine growing region of France, but also from some European wine growing regions, are offered for tasting and sale by students studying wine growing, making and tasting at the school.
Colloquium: “World Heritage site Val de Loire, identity, protection and enhancement”
The colloquium is organised by the Laboratoire Collectivités Territoriales (Local Authorities Laboratory) and will be held at the University of Orleans on 7 and 8 December 2011, focusing on a subject that will be of interest to all at a time when drafting of the Val de Loire Management Plan is underway. The two days will provide an opportunity to raise questions on the features of Val de Loire’s heritage that go to make up the “cultural landscape” recognised by UNESCO since 2000, and on the legal issues involved in protection and enhancement of the area.
Colloque « Val de Loire Patrimoine Mondial, identité, protection, valorisation »
The colloquium is organised by the Laboratoire Collectivités Territoriales (Local Authorities Laboratory) and will be held at the University of Orleans on 7 and 8 December 2011, focusing on a subject that will be of interest to all at a time when drafting of the Val de Loire Management Plan is underway. The two days will provide an opportunity to raise questions on the features of Val de Loire’s heritage that go to make up the “cultural landscape” recognised by UNESCO since 2000, and on the legal issues involved in protection and enhancement of the area.
First PREDAT Centre colloquium
DREAL Centre initiated the creation of a PREDAT Centre in 2011, in partnership with the University of Tours’ “Cité, Territoires, Environnement et Sociétés” laboratory (CITERES). The first seminar, on the local effects of Universities, is scheduled to take place in Tours on 14 October 2011.
Premier colloque du PREDAT Centre
DREAL Centre initiated the creation of a PREDAT Centre in 2011, in partnership with the University of Tours’ “Cité, Territoires, Environnement et Sociétés” laboratory (CITERES). The first seminar, on the local effects of Universities, is scheduled to take place in Tours on 14 October 2011.
First Regional Heritage Encounters in Pays de la Loire
The Pays de la Loire Region will be holding the first Regional Heritage Encounters at Fontevraud Abbey on 10 November 2011, on the theme of mural paintings, and stakes at play with regard to their study, restoration/conservation, and optimisation.
Premières rencontres régionales du Patrimoine en Pays de la Loire
The Pays de la Loire Region will be holding the first Regional Heritage Encounters at Fontevraud Abbey on 10 November 2011, on the theme of mural paintings, and stakes at play with regard to their study, restoration/conservation, and optimisation.
Onlining of the proceedings of the “From ZPPAUP to the GRENELLE II AVAP” colloquium
“A new governance for management of France’s architectural and landscape heritage: From ZPPAUP to the GRENELLE II AVAP”: the Centre Jean Bodin-UPRES EA 4337 has just onlined the proceedings of the colloquium held on 10 and 11 February at the University of Angers’ Faculty of Law, Economy and Management under the aegis of Arnaud de Lajartre, Senior Lecturer in Public Law at the University of Angers, and Paul Iogna, honorary territorial administrator.
Mise en ligne des actes du colloque « Des ZPPAUP aux AVAP du GRENELLE II »
“A new governance for management of France’s architectural and landscape heritage: From ZPPAUP to the GRENELLE II AVAP”: the Centre Jean Bodin-UPRES EA 4337 has just onlined the proceedings of the colloquium held on 10 and 11 February at the University of Angers’ Faculty of Law, Economy and Management under the aegis of Arnaud de Lajartre, Senior Lecturer in Public Law at the University of Angers, and Paul Iogna, honorary territorial administrator.
A wine-tourism module added to Lycée Edgard Pisani’s vitivinicultural programme
Lycée Edgard PISANI is continuing with development of course content, in parallel with that of the vitivinicultural programme. The new school year 2011/2012 will see a “wine tourism” module included in the “vine and wine” professional baccalaureate, in line with the Regional Innovation Platform’s project for development of innovative practices in wine tourism.
Un module oenotourisme au sein de la filière viti-vinicole au Lycée Edgard Pisani
Lycée Edgard PISANI is continuing with development of course content, in parallel with that of the vitivinicultural programme. The new school year 2011/2012 will see a “wine tourism” module included in the “vine and wine” professional baccalaureate, in line with the Regional Innovation Platform’s project for development of innovative practices in wine tourism.
Liberty Guide – An experimental project at the service of cultural mediation
Equipped with a mobile phone and a helmet, the visitor is automatically geolocalised: he is immersed in soundscapes and is provided with access to multimedia content corresponding to whatever he is looking at. Liberty Guide is the result of a technology and its application research and development project at the service of direct cultural mediation. The experiment saw the light of day thanks to synergies between a variety of players: the Pays de Loire Region, Fontevraud Abbey, the City of Le Mans, Mazedia and Makina Corpus.
Liberty Guide - Projet expérimental au service de la médiation culturelle
Equipped with a mobile phone and a helmet, the visitor is automatically geolocalised: he is immersed in soundscapes and is provided with access to multimedia content corresponding to whatever he is looking at. Liberty Guide is the result of a technology and its application research and development project at the service of direct cultural mediation. The experiment saw the light of day thanks to synergies between a variety of players: the Pays de Loire Region, Fontevraud Abbey, the City of Le Mans, Mazedia and Makina Corpus.
The Niger – A River and Mankind
To wind up the European “Niger-Loire: governance and culture” project, a programme of activities kicked off in Bamako (Mali) on 10 May with the inauguration of the exhibition “The Niger – A River and Mankind”. The exhibition, presented at the Mali National Museum in Bamako from 10 May to 31 July 2011, focuses on some of the results of the project implemented by UNESCO from 2007 to 2011 with participation from a wide range of partners, including Mission Val de Loire and the Centre Region.
Exposition "Le Niger - Un fleuve et des Hommes"
To wind up the European “Niger-Loire: governance and culture” project, a programme of activities kicked off in Bamako (Mali) on 10 May with the inauguration of the exhibition “The Niger – A River and Mankind”. The exhibition, presented at the Mali National Museum in Bamako from 10 May to 31 July 2011, focuses on some of the results of the project implemented by UNESCO from 2007 to 2011 with participation from a wide range of partners, including Mission Val de Loire and the Centre Region.
Modelling of the morphological evolution of an alluvial bed: application to the middle Loire
This was the subject of the thesis defended by Audrey Latapie on Thursday 26 May at the François Rabelais University, Tours. Fruit of a partnership between the University of Tours and Cemagref, Lyon, it was financed by Cemagref, EDF and Mission Val de Loire. The originality of the work carried out lay in the crossing of the two partners’ disciplinary fields: fluvial geomorphology and hydrosedimentary modelling. Its contributions to the field of study include high-quality data on a long section of the middle Loire (450 km between Bec d’Allier and Montjean-sur-Loire) and simplified modelling methods.
Modélisation de l’évolution morphologique d’un lit alluvial : application à la Loire moyenne
This was the subject of the thesis defended by Audrey Latapie on Thursday 26 May at the François Rabelais University, Tours. Fruit of a partnership between the University of Tours and Cemagref, Lyon, it was financed by Cemagref, EDF and Mission Val de Loire. The originality of the work carried out lay in the crossing of the two partners’ disciplinary fields: fluvial geomorphology and hydrosedimentary modelling. Its contributions to the field of study include high-quality data on a long section of the middle Loire (450 km between Bec d’Allier and Montjean-sur-Loire) and simplified modelling methods.
Results of the “Loire passive house” competition
Initiated a few months ago by the Loire-Anjou-Touraine regional nature park, the “Loire passive house” design competition offered a daring challenge: to combine energy efficiency with urban and social integration in a strong heritage setting. More than 100 entries from architectural students and architects rose to this challenge and the winners were announced on 16 April 2011. An exhibition at the Maison du Parc at Montsoreau, starting now, displays the best entries, while a book and a documentary are in preparation.
Résultats du Concours d'idées « Maison passive ligérienne »
Initiated a few months ago by the Loire-Anjou-Touraine regional nature park, the “Loire passive house” design competition offered a daring challenge: to combine energy efficiency with urban and social integration in a strong heritage setting. More than 100 entries from architectural students and architects rose to this challenge and the winners were announced on 16 April 2011. An exhibition at the Maison du Parc at Montsoreau, starting now, displays the best entries, while a book and a documentary are in preparation.
Troglodytism: Saumur’s Rural Centre of Excellence
As part of a call for projects which saw 150 entries, the Saumur Area retained its title as Rural Centre of Excellence (RCE) with: "Troglodytism: territorial riches and a driver for the tourist economy in Saumur”.
Le Troglodytisme : Pôle d'Excellence Rurale du Pays du Saumurois
As part of a call for projects which saw 150 entries, the Saumur Area retained its title as Rural Centre of Excellence (RCE) with: "Troglodytism: territorial riches and a driver for the tourist economy in Saumur”.
Resource centre for Loire Anjou Touraine regional nature park
To help you with any documentary research, or simply so that you can get to know our district's heritage, the park’s headquarters (Maison du Parc) opens the doors of its new resource centre to the public.
Le Centre de ressources du Parc naturel régional Loire Anjou Touraine
To help you with any documentary research, or simply so that you can get to know our district's heritage, the park’s headquarters (Maison du Parc) opens the doors of its new resource centre to the public.
Two secondary school students from Fresne (49) win gold medals in the gardening/landscape gardening class at the trade Olympics
The national finals of the 41st trade Olympics were held at the beginning of February 2011 in London. Benoît Campas and Dylan Chauvat, students at Fresne lycée (Maine-et-Loire), won after three days of competition.
Deux lycéens du Fresne (49) médaillés d’or aux Olympiades des métiers dans la catégorie Jardinier/Paysagiste
The national finals of the 41st trade Olympics were held at the beginning of February 2011 in London. Benoît Campas and Dylan Chauvat, students at Fresne lycée (Maine-et-Loire), won after three days of competition.
An innovation centre focusing on wine at Lycée Pisani in Montreuil-Bellay
The Pays de la Loire Regional Council has allocated 200,000 euros to the “Innovative viticultural and oenological methods” regional innovation platform (PRI) also known as “Vines and wines” set up at Lycée Edgar Pisani in Montreuil-Bellay (49), the only public educational establishment in the region specialising in this area.
Un pôle d'innovation autour du vin au lycée Pisani de Montreuil-Bellay
The Pays de la Loire Regional Council has allocated 200,000 euros to the “Innovative viticultural and oenological methods” regional innovation platform (PRI) also known as “Vines and wines” set up at Lycée Edgar Pisani in Montreuil-Bellay (49), the only public educational establishment in the region specialising in this area.
Anjou’s vegetal history
No.14 of the “Archives d'Anjou” review, on the stands in December 2010.
Histoire du végétal en Anjou
No.14 of the “Archives d'Anjou” review, on the stands in December 2010.
The river: new dialogue between nature and culture? (13th December 2010)
As a partner of the Mission Val de Loire from the outset, the Université catholique de l’Ouest (UCO) wanted to play a part in the celebrations for the 10th anniversary of the Loire Valley's UNESCO listing by organising this evening event.
Le fleuve : nouveau dialogue entre nature et culture ? (13 décembre 2010)
As a partner of the Mission Val de Loire from the outset, the Université catholique de l’Ouest (UCO) wanted to play a part in the celebrations for the 10th anniversary of the Loire Valley's UNESCO listing by organising this evening event.
The river at the heart of development, compared experiences (2nd December 2010)
Organised by the Mission Val de Loire for the 10th anniversary of the UNESCO listing of the Loire Valley World Heritage, this international seminar was an opportunity to capitalise on experiences gained in terms of management, development and preservation of river corridors and remarkable sites, through decentralised cooperation projects developed "river-to-river" between France and Mali (Niger River).
Le fleuve au cœur du développement, expériences croisées (2 décembre 2010)
Organised by the Mission Val de Loire for the 10th anniversary of the UNESCO listing of the Loire Valley World Heritage, this international seminar was an opportunity to capitalise on experiences gained in terms of management, development and preservation of river corridors and remarkable sites, through decentralised cooperation projects developed "river-to-river" between France and Mali (Niger River).
A degree on the wine-making industry and tourism
Blending Viticulture and Tourism, Saumur University Campus, in partnership with Edgard Pisani Agricultural College in Montreuil Bellay (49), is launching a bachelor’s degree specialising in “Tourism and Wine” at the start of this new academic year.
Un parcours de formation ouvert sur le monde viticole et le tourisme
Blending Viticulture and Tourism, Saumur University Campus, in partnership with Edgard Pisani Agricultural College in Montreuil Bellay (49), is launching a bachelor’s degree specialising in “Tourism and Wine” at the start of this new academic year.
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