Sainte-Maure de Touraine

Sainte-Maure de Touraine

Sainte-Maure de Touraine is a commune in the Indre-et-Loire department in central France. It is located in the region of Centre-Val de Loire. The town is renowned for its goat cheese, known as Sainte-Maure de Touraine cheese.

History

The history of Sainte-Maure de Touraine dates back to the Middle Ages. The town was named after Saint Maurus, a disciple of Saint Benedict, who is said to have performed miracles in the area. The town was also a strategic location during the Hundred Years' War.

Geography

Sainte-Maure de Touraine is located in the Loire Valley, a region known for its historic towns, architecture, and wines. The town is surrounded by agricultural land, where goat farming and cheese production are significant industries.

Economy

The economy of Sainte-Maure de Touraine is largely based on agriculture, particularly goat farming and cheese production. The town is famous for its Sainte-Maure de Touraine cheese, a type of goat cheese that is protected by an AOC designation.

Culture

The culture of Sainte-Maure de Touraine is deeply rooted in its agricultural traditions. The town hosts an annual cheese festival, known as the Fête du Fromage, which celebrates the town's famous Sainte-Maure de Touraine cheese.

See Also

• Communes of the Indre-et-Loire department
• Centre-Val de Loire
• Loire Valley
• Sainte-Maure de Touraine cheese