Things to do in Centre-Loire Valley

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Centre - Loire Valley featuring farmland
Centre - Loire Valley featuring farmland
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Montargis featuring a river or creek, flowers and a bridge
Centre - Loire Valley featuring flowers and food
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1. Château de Chambord

The Château de Chambord is an enormous castle renowned for its French Renaissance style mixed with medieval features. A forest and a park surround the 16th-century castle in a rural setting near the Cosson River. Enjoy the picturesque views of the region and the Disneyesque castle with tall turrets.
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Chateau de Chambord showing heritage architecture, a castle and a garden

2. Château de Chenonceau

Stand in awe as you view the magnificent Château de Chenonceau spanning the River Cher and examine the exquisite oil works within its extensive gallery. Meander down halls of period furniture into ornate, secluded rooms and explore the vast landscaped gardens.
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Chateau de Chenonceau showing a castle

3. Chateaux de la Loire

As you travel through the Loire, see how many of the area’s more than 300 châteaux you can find. Some of these structures, from as early as the 10th century, have lasted through multiple occupations and wars, while others are relatively new, built in the 1800s.
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Chateau de Villandry showing a castle and a garden

4. Royal Château of Blois

Famous as the site of the blessing of Joan of Arc’s banner, the Château de Blois consists of a row of rustic structures of various architectural styles. Its façades incorporate features from the Renaissance, classic and Gothic schools. The site also has several art and history museums. The château, which played a major role in the political history of the region, has hundreds of rooms, nearly all with fireplaces. Embark on a self-guided tour around the majestic rooms of the buildings.
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Chateau de Blois showing a castle and interior views

5. Château de Cheverny

Of the castles in the Loire Valley, the Château de Cheverny stands out for its exceptional architecture, devoid of any Renaissance touch. This large white castle features a classical style with a gray roof and symmetrical aspects.
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Chateau de Cheverny which includes heritage architecture and a castle

What to do in Centre-Loire Valley

Popular places to visit

Chateau de Chambord showing heritage architecture, a castle and a garden

Château de Chambord

Marvel at the majestic design of this medieval castle, explore its grounds in a horse and carriage and venture into the woods.

Château de Chambord
Chateau de Chenonceau showing a castle

Château de Chenonceau

The breathtaking beauty of this majestic château is complemented with a collection of fine artwork and beautiful gardens.

Château de Chenonceau
Tours Cathedral featuring a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and heritage elements

Chateaux de la Loire

Marvel at château after château as you visit the towns and countryside along this fertile, wine-producing valley.

Chateaux de la Loire
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Chartres Cathedral

After visiting Chartres Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Chartres. While you're in the area, find time to visit its stunning cathedral.

Chartres Cathedral
Chateau de Blois featuring interior views

Royal Château of Blois

Learn about the intriguing history of these majestic buildings with a tour of the impressive halls and chambers of varying designs.

Royal Château of Blois
Chateau de Cheverny which includes heritage architecture and a castle

Château de Cheverny

Take the kids to this historic castle for boat rides along the canal, strolls through the garden and even an adventure with Tintin.

Château de Cheverny
Chateau de Villandry which includes a garden and a castle

Château de Villandry

Marvel at one of the famous châteaus in the Loire Valley and immerse yourself in the wondrous garden that surrounds it.

Château de Villandry
Place Plumereau showing outdoor eating, night scenes and a square or plaza

Place Plumereau

You can learn about the history of Tours with a trip to Place Plumereau. You can seek out the local tours while in the area.

Place Plumereau
Sainte-Croix Cathedral showing a church or cathedral, interior views and heritage architecture

Sainte-Croix Cathedral

Learn about the fascinating association with Joan of Arc in this 13th-century basilica that is an iconic feature of the Orléans skyline.

Sainte-Croix Cathedral

Areas of Centre-Loire Valley

Place Plumereau showing a small town or village

Tours City Centre

4.5/5(15 area reviews)

Tours City Centre is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Place Plumereau and Olivier Debré Contemporary Art Centre.

Tours City Centre
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Bourgogne

4/5(3 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Bourgogne, Loire a Velo Cycle Path and Place de la Loire are top sights worth seeing.

Bourgogne
Tours Cathedral showing heritage elements and heritage architecture

Old Town Tours

5/5(1 area review)

Old Town Tours is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Tours Fine Arts Museum and Place Plumereau.

Old Town Tours
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Centre-Ville

While you're in Centre-Ville, take in top sights like Place du Martroi and jump on the metro at République Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Centre-Ville
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Cathédrale

While visiting Cathédrale, you might make a stop by sights like Tours Fine Arts Museum and Château de Tours.

Cathédrale
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Sud Loire

4/5(2 area reviews)

While visiting Sud Loire, you might make a stop by sights like Zenith Orléans and Parc Floral de la Source.

Sud Loire

 

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