The Château de Saumur, originally built as a castle and later developed as a château, is located in the French town of Saumur, in the Maine-et-Loire département. It was originally constructed in the 10th century by Theobald I, Count of Blois, as a fortified stronghold against Norman attacks. It overlooks the confluence of the rivers Loire and Thouet. In 1026 it came into the hands of Fulk Nerra, count of Anjou, who bequeathed it to his Plantagenet heirs. Following its destruction in 1067, the castle was rebuilt by Henry II of England in the later 12th century.

Château de Saumur is located in Saumur, France. Its specific geographic coordinates are latitude 47.2561 and longitude -0.0725.
Yes, it is quite popular, attracting approximately 30,078 visitors annually.
castle... It is a key destination for those interested in culture and history in France.