Make sure you have plenty of gas in the tank, because Angers is worth making a detour for. Located 25 miles from Varades, it boasts some fantastic attractions, such as Chateau d’Angers and Angers Cathedral. Nantes, 30 miles away, is another road-trip destination that’s worth the trek. Stop by Chateau of the Dukes of Brittany and Nantes Cathedral, two must-see attractions in the area.