{"id":6470,"date":"2024-02-20T18:32:34","date_gmt":"2024-02-20T17:32:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/chateau-villandry-visite-photos\/"},"modified":"2024-02-23T17:34:01","modified_gmt":"2024-02-23T16:34:01","slug":"visit-chateau-villandry-castle","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/visit-chateau-villandry-castle\/","title":{"rendered":"Ch\u00e2teau de Villandry (visit+photos)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Marvel at the Ch\u00e2teau de Villandry and its extraordinary gardens<\/strong>!<\/p>\n\n

A true jewel of the Loire Valley<\/strong>, this estate will surprise you with its intertwining gardens<\/strong>, breathtaking<\/strong> views and atypical ch\u00e2teau!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

In this article, discover our useful tips in pictures<\/strong> for visiting the Ch\u00e2teau de Villandry and having a wonderful time!<\/p>\n\n

\"Overview<\/figure>\n\n
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This guide is completely independent<\/strong>, based on our experiences. We visited the region anonymously, making our own choices and paying our bills in full.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

Why visit Villandry's Castle?<\/h2>\n\n

Is the castle worth it? Our opinion:<\/h3>\n\n

Of course! First and foremost, the ch\u00e2teau is a must-see for all garden enthusiasts<\/strong>! In our opinion, the magic of<\/strong> Villandry is thebalance<\/strong> between inside and outside. The architecture of the gardens matches that of the ch\u00e2teau, so that wherever you are, the view is exceptional<\/strong>!<\/p>\n\n

The ch\u00e2teau is also worth a visit for its pure architecture<\/strong>, which makes it unique<\/strong> in the region. As the last Renaissance ch\u00e2teau in the Loire Valley, history buffs <\/strong>will be keen to appreciate its evolution through the ages, and to discover the unusual decoration<\/strong> of certain rooms.<\/p>\n\n

Finally, among the 103 ch\u00e2teaux of the Loire Valley to visit, it is one of our top 12 most beautiful ch\u00e2teaux<\/a>! If that's not a strong argument!<\/p>\n\n

\"Overview<\/figure>\n\n

Why is the Ch\u00e2teau de Villandry famous?<\/h3>\n\n

The ch\u00e2teau is renowned above all for the splendor of its garden<\/strong>. What makes it special is that it has been reinvented by Joachim Carvallo <\/strong>influenced<\/strong> by the gardens of medieval Christianity, the geometric parks of the Italian Renaissance and the symbolism of Hispano-Moorish parterres.<\/p>\n\n

You won't be able to resist the shimmering colors <\/strong>and perfect <\/strong> geometry<\/strong> of this formal garden<\/strong>. In fact, we're willing to bet you'll come back with hundreds of photos after your visit!<\/p>\n\n

It's number 1 on our list of the most beautiful gardens in the Loire Valley<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n

\"Overview<\/figure>\n\n

Our favorite moments<\/h3>\n\n

What could be more soothing than strolling through the grounds of Villandry and enjoying the sound of birdsong, the harmony of the greens or the trickle of water? We loved our visit as a whole, but here are our top discoveries:<\/p>\n\n