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Visit the castle of Chenonceau (tips + photos)

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The Château de Chenonceau, towering above the River Cher, is an emblematic monument of the Loire Valley. Its medieval origins, but especially its Renaissance architecture, have earned it a place on the UNESCO World Heritage List. It houses a rich collection of paintings and rare 16th century Flanders tapestries. That’s not all! The estate, visited […]

Renting a car in Tours (2025): our tips

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Want to discover one of the most beautiful regions of France, the Loire Valley, with its castles and vineyards… The easiest option is to rent a car to adapt your program to your desires.Here is our complete guide to renting a car in Tours, Renting a car in Tours – introduction Take advantage of the […]

Sleeping at Château du Perreux (our review + photos)

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We spent a beautiful autumn Sunday at the Château de Perreux. If I had to describe this experience in one word, it would be cocooning. This beautiful house located less than 10 minutes from Amboise is a haven of peace, decorated with taste and simplicity. A walk in the park and the forest complete this […]

Visit the castle of Azay-le-Rideau (tips+photos)

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The castle of Azay-le-Rideau is one of our favorite castles in the Loire Valley, as it gives off a poetic and romantic atmosphere. Modest in its dimensions, grandiose in its decoration, surrounded by moats still in water and a beautiful English-style park, it is one of the jewels of the Loire. In this post all […]

Visiting Château du Rivau (castle photos + tips)

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From its past as a seigniorial fortress, the Château du Rivau has kept a human size. From the renaissance, it has inherited a fairy tale architecture. From its agricultural vocation, it has preserved remarkable gardens. From its current owners, who live in the Rivau castle, it makes dialogue between renaissance and contemporary art. Come with […]

Visit the Royal Castle of Amboise (tips + photos)

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The Royal castle of Amboise (château royal) is a must-see of the Loire Valley castles. Impressive because of its position 40 meters above the Loire River, it is now world famous because it houses the presumed tomb of the genius Leonardo da Vinci! Here is our article so you don’t miss anything during your next […]