{"id":8490,"date":"2024-09-11T18:03:28","date_gmt":"2024-09-11T16:03:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/what-to-do-village-montrichard-visit\/"},"modified":"2026-04-20T16:12:59","modified_gmt":"2026-04-20T14:12:59","slug":"que-faire-village-montrichard-visiter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/que-faire-village-montrichard-visiter\/","title":{"rendered":"Village Montrichard: what to do (+tips)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Dominated by its impressive <strong>11th-century keep<\/strong>, Montrichard offers a journey back in time through its <strong>medieval heritage<\/strong>. The charming town is also worth a visit for its <strong>picturesque setting<\/strong>, with cobbled streets and timber-framed houses, not to mention the <strong>magnificent views<\/strong> from the banks of the Cher river.<br\/><br\/>Here's our guide to the <strong>must-see sites<\/strong> in the town of <strong>Montrichard in the Centre-Val de Loire region <\/strong>, plus useful tips for planning your visit.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/things-to-do-village-montrichard-visit.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8821\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<p>This guide is completely <strong>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<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is the village of Montrichard worth a visit?<\/h2>\n\n<p>Yes, Montrichard is well worth a visit. The medieval town boasts a rich heritage of timber-framed houses, a fortress overlooking the valley and charming alleyways to explore. For us, it's a must-see <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/most-beautiful-villages-loire-valley\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">when visiting the Ch\u00e2teaux de la Loire.<\/a><\/p>\n\n<div style=\"margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_titre gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\">WHERE TO STAY IN <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Blois<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_sans_border gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\">\n<p class=\"option_titre2\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><strong>Downtown<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:14px\">Enjoy the city, its restaurants and beautiful architecture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"ul_box wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><strong>Fleur de Loire Hotel<\/strong> - <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/fr\/fleur-de-loire-blois.html?aid=2274925\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">prices, pictures and availability<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><strong>Hotel Ch\u00e2teau des Basses Roches<\/strong> - <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/fr\/chateau-des-basses-roches.html?aid=2274925\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">prices, pictures and availability<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Blois\/n-DXvSZK\/Hotel-Fleurs-de-Loire\/i-kctWvT8\/1\/d90bde9d\/S\/blois-fleurs-loire-S.jpg\" alt=\"Fleur de Loire Hotel\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\">\n<p class=\"option_titre\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><strong>In the southern countryside: Chambord, Chevery<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:14px\">Surrounded by castles and charming villages, less than 30 minutes from Blois<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"ul_box wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><strong>Hotel Relais de Chambord<\/strong> - <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/fr\/relais-de-chambord.html?aid=2274925\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">prices, pictures and availability<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><strong>Hotel Les Sources de Cheverny<\/strong> - <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/fr\/les-sources-de-cheverny-cheverny1.html?aid=2274925\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">prices, pictures and availability<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Chateaux-de-la-Loire\/Chateau-Chambord\/i-rX36KHW\/0\/7c5db2d6\/S\/chambord-relaischambordhotel-S.jpg\" alt=\"Hotel Relais de Chambord\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\">\n<p class=\"option_titre\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><strong>In the northern countryside<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:14px\">For a little peace and quiet, but close to the city. Fewer castles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"ul_box wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><strong>Hotel Le Grand C\u00e8dre<\/strong> - <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/fr\/quot-la-chambre-de-garance-quot-b-amp-b-spa-sauna-detente.html?aid=2274925\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">prices, pictures and availability<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Blois\/n-DXvSZK\/H&#xF4;tel-Le-Grand-C&#xE8;dre\/i-dSQqtJR\/0\/07c78f5a\/S\/hotel-grand-cedre-S.jpg\" alt=\"Hotel le Grand C&#xE8;dre\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/?p=7006\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See our reviews of the best hotels in Blois<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons planif_bouton is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-font-size\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?city=-1413119&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2274925&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" style=\"border-radius:4px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See all available accommodations  &gt;&gt; <strong><strong>   <\/strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-4676\" style=\"width: 16px;\" src=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/ArrowRight.webp\" alt=\"\"\/><\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_texte gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box-texte gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Discover the fortress and its keep<\/h2>\n\n<p>While you can admire the remains of the fortress as you stroll through the town of Montrichard, we strongly recommend a visit to its keep, the last vestige of the ancient Ch\u00e2teau Fort. Built by Foulques Nerra in the 11th century to keep watch over the valley, it can now be visited for a few days a year. We enjoyed learning more about its turbulent history (for example, it was destroyed by King Henry IV during the Hundred Years' War) and enjoying its breathtaking views over the surrounding valley. Note that the site also features 6 terminals for viewing the remains in augmented reality.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Villages\/Montrichard\/i-Kkmxz2L\/1\/KcbxBDrD93DkD2L2ncZ69fhpkwSTgZ7rcStRBwRV3\/L\/Montrichard_pont_cher-9-L.jpg\" alt=\"The fortress of Montrichard from the banks of the Cher river\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Opening hours: daily from 2pm to 6:30pm and until 7pm between July and September.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Price:<strong> <\/strong>5\u20ac (adults), 3\u20ac (children aged 7-12)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The visit is free but mediation documents are available on request - see the latest information on the official website <a href=\"https:\/\/www.montrichardvaldecher.com\/tourisme\/la-forteresse-et-ses-musees\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Admire the timber-framed houses<\/h2>\n\n<p>We loved wandering around Montrichard's historic center, admiring its timber-framed houses. Dating from the second half of the 15th century, they add a colorful touch to the picturesque lanes in the center of town. They withstood the collapse of the royal dwellings onto the church and neighboring houses. Don't miss the Maison de l'Ave Maria, once home to a chapter of Chanoines de l'Abbaye d'Aiguevive (late 15th-early 16th century).<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Villages\/Montrichard\/i-HVLR4pq\/1\/M9SSmzgJSzPJb89sgRsm8TqPxmQ77SSNcCcTppbsn\/L\/Montrichard_maisons_pans_bois-1-L.jpg\" alt=\"Overview of Montrichard's timber-framed houses\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div style=\"margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse box_planif is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:58%\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\">OUR TIPS FOR RENTING A CAR IN <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Loire<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\" style=\"font-size:14px\">\n<li>Compare prices on our preferred platform: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/france?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=LL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">DiscoverCars<\/a> - one of the best rated sites.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose a <strong>fairly compact car<\/strong> (many villages have narrowed the road).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Think about<strong>full insurance<\/strong> (parking in big cities is really tight).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There is a lot of demand, <strong>book it early<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column planif-radius-3 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:42%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"280\" height=\"354\" src=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/conduire_ville_loire.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4051\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/conduire_ville_loire.png 280w, https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/conduire_ville_loire-237x300.png 237w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 280px) 100vw, 280px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns planif_bouton is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:57.14%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-font-size\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/france?a_aid=zigzag&amp;amp;chan=LL\" style=\"border-radius:4px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See the cars  <strong>    <\/strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-4676\" style=\"width: 16px;\" src=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/ArrowRight.webp\" alt=\"\"\/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:42.86%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/how-to-rent-car-france-hire\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>See our tips<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Stroll along the Cher<\/h2>\n\n<p>After a day of sightseeing, what better way to relax than by the water? The Cher is one of the Loire's largest tributaries, and its verdant banks make for lovely, contemplative walks. We took in the majesty of Montrichard from the quayside, enjoying the scent of wild flowers and the gentle murmur of the water.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Villages\/Montrichard\/i-N7x4fXL\/1\/LcKSVrSg5gvzsktRNdHQzMxLHDkPD5jjCmHjdRc4N\/L\/Montrichard_panorama-2-L.jpg\" alt=\"Panorama of the city of Montrichard from the banks of the Cher river\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p>Find ideas for outings in the Cher region on the official Tourist Office website <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sudvaldeloire.fr\/destination-sud-val-de-loire\/le-cher-adn-de-notre-territoire\/les-activites-nautiques\/croisieres-sur-le-cher-et-la-loire\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#fefefe;margin-top:6%;margin-bottom:6%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div 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Explore the village's architectural heritage<\/h2>\n\n<p>As we wandered around Montrichard, we were surprised to discover so many heritage features, such as..:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The fortifications of the ancient city<\/strong>, whose walls date back to the 12th and 13th centuries and still wind through some of the city's streets.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/visiter-eglise-sainte-croix-montrichard\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"8833\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sainte-Croix church<\/a><\/strong>A former chapel of the ch\u00e2teau until the mid-18th century, this church appealed to us for its porch and its lovely view of Montrichard.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>L'h\u00f4tel d'Effiat<\/strong>: take time to admire this Renaissance residence, comprising two parallel main buildings, one dating from the late 15th century and the other in brick and tufa stone.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Villages\/Montrichard\/i-kRdPtrk\/1\/NGws9FGwzXCcpf6c3LKFBnxLPvCwf6D24FPzxHVnC\/L\/Montrichard_hotel_effiat-11-L.jpg\" alt=\"Hotel d'Effiat in Montrichard\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Hotel d'Effiat<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Sleeping in or near the village<\/h2>\n\n<p>As Montrichard's hotel offer is modest, you'll find authentic places to enjoy the village's charm for longer. The bed and breakfast <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/fr\/domaine-le-clos-de-la-source.fr.html?aid=2274925\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Le Clos de la Source<\/a> seemed like a good option.<br\/><br\/>However, if you're looking for a unique experience, we recommend the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/fr\/chb-chateau-de-la-haute-borde.fr.html?aid=2274925\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Ch\u00e2teau de la Haute Borde<\/a><\/strong> for which we have fallen in love! Situated just 20 minutes from Montrichard, this place offers both guest rooms and an artists' residence in an enchanting setting. You'll be able to take advantage of the refined rooms, carefully-crafted decor, gourmet table d'h\u00f4te, a stroll in the adjoining park and even a swimming pool in fine weather.<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/fr\/chb-chateau-de-la-haute-borde.fr.html?aid=2274925\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Book your bucolic stay at Ch\u00e2teau de la Haute Borde now!<\/a><\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Dormir-hotel-chateau-loire\/i-N9t3hdM\/0\/MgwfCKDxRSjrd56rhR4DCGdVwB8w9VbhTqWkjsNrr\/L\/hotel-chateau-haute-borde-loire-L.jpg\" alt=\"Overview of Ch&#xE2;teau de la Haute Borde near Montrichard\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Ch\u00e2teau de la Haute Borde<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#d0e7ff;margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div 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noopener\">Where to stay in the Loire Valley<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:16px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/stay-chateau-hotel-loire-valley\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sleeping in a castle in the Loire Valley<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:16px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-luxury-hotel-loire-valley-5-star-reviews\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best luxury hotels<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Hotel-Chateau-Chissay\/i-pS6Jsk2\/1\/65123b4b\/L\/chateau-hotel-chissay-11-L.jpg\" alt=\"Chateau de Chissay\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"background-color:#d0e7ff\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"font-size:14px;flex-basis:60%\">\n<p style=\"font-size:16px\">Or, if you've chosen your destination, the <strong>best hotels<\/strong> in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:16px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-hotel-nantes-where-stay-reviews\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Nantes<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:16px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/where-stay-angers-best-hotels-neighborhoods\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Angers<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:16px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/where-stay-saumur-best-hotels-neighborhoods\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Saumur<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:16px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/where-stay-tours-best-hotels-neighborhoods\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tours<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:16px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/where-stay-amboise-best-hotels-neighborhoods\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Amboise<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:16px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/where-stay-blois-best-hotels-neighborhoods\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Blois<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Blois\/n-DXvSZK\/Hotel-Fleurs-de-Loire\/i-kctWvT8\/1\/CDqwKRVtHR5vB9NfPN2Cmj5VkjWxW5CR3bbLbvtNT\/L\/blois-fleurs-loire-L.jpg\" alt=\"Fleur de Loire Hotel in Blois\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Discover more surprises<\/h2>\n\n<p>The village of Montrichard is full of surprises. As you stroll through the village, keep your eyes peeled for the different elements that make it so charming:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The Saint-C\u00e9l\u00e9rin fountain<\/strong>: built in the 16th century from the source of the Rocher fountain, located beneath the castle, is a charming discovery.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ginkgo Biloba<\/strong>: designated one of France's \"remarkable trees\", this age-old species comes from China and brings a serene presence from its 10m height.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The 13th-century Tower<\/strong>: located on Place du Commerce, it was once part of the town's walls and housed the communal oven.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>And don't miss the small boutiques that make the city so charming.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Villages\/Montrichard\/i-N3sCFqL\/1\/LKxGMMkCFKTCwj7LmnVpC7Ptgvvk9G3LKbpqbpP7D\/L\/Montrichard_arbre_remarquable-4-L.jpg\" alt=\"Gingko biboba at Montrichard\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Learn more about the water relationship in the village<\/h2>\n\n<p>The fortress was built in the town of Montrichard for its naturally defensive position perched on a hillside. Proximity to the Cher river was also an asset for the town, as it enabled the transport of supplies and, above all, tufa stone for building the surrounding castles. Think about it when you cross the bridge and see the Maison du Passeur. Erected at the end of the 18th century on the base of a former castelet, this house initially had a defensive function, before becoming a checkpoint for people coming and going in the town in the 19th century.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Villages\/Montrichard\/i-NrHP7zn\/1\/Ls8jBRsmN84zsmFcZRcnf4q5sjVt4BpSLhts7Zjxg\/L\/Montrichard_pont-2-3-L.jpg\" alt=\"Overview of the Maison du Passeur in Montrichard\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div style=\"margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:58%\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\">HAVE FUN WITH THESE <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\"> activities<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"ul_box wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.viator.com\/Loire-Valley-tours\/Balloon-Rides\/d178-g1-c3?pid=P00074304&amp;mcid=42383&amp;medium=link&amp;medium_version=selector&amp;campaign=LL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Hot-air ballooning in the Loire Valley<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/chateau-de-cheverny-l35281\/au-depart-du-mans-tour-de-la-vallee-de-la-loire-a-velo-t388797\/?partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=LL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Chambord by bike<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/tours-l1320\/voyage-en-petit-groupe-d-une-journee-complete-dans-la-vallee-de-la-loire-au-depart-de-tours-t439719\/?partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=LL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Vineyards and tastings<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column planif-radius-2 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:42%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Chateaux-de-la-Loire\/Chateau-Chambord\/i-FCLLmzH\/0\/DSWDcPJtHGk4cBMm7NZMmfSfwVwnJMc5KqTwbXP9f\/S\/chambord-velo-S.jpg\" alt=\"cycling to chambord\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Lounging on the beach<\/h2>\n\n<p>Situated just opposite Montrichard, this sandy beach is sure to tempt you on any summer's day! It's unusual to swim in the Loire, but this sandy beach, with its multitude of activities, has a bucolic setting that you wouldn't want to miss. 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class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/fr-fr\/montrichard-l215922\/troglo-degusto-a-montrichard-visite-guidee-et-degustation-t1171233\/?partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=LL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">A visit to Troglo Degusto<\/a><\/strong>The \"Troglo Degusto\" tour: a journey through 35km of ancient troglodyte quarries to learn more about the geology and history of this underground world.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>A bike ride along the Cher<\/strong>: find an example of a signposted loop trail <a href=\"https:\/\/www.francevelotourisme.com\/itineraire\/boucle-18-plage-ecluses-et-pressoirs-en-vallee-du-cher\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>A visit to the troglodytic site of La Magnanerie<\/strong>: at this former silk-producing site, you can learn more about silkworm rearing and visit houses carved out of the rock (more info <a href=\"https:\/\/www.magnanerie-troglo.fr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a>).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>A wine tasting<\/strong> <strong>at Les Caves de Monmousseau<\/strong>: this cellar not only offers an oenological tour, but also a chance to immerse yourself in its maze of galleries dug into the tufa rock, through a stunningly illuminated scenography (more info <a href=\"https:\/\/www.monmousseau.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a>).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>Near Montrichard, you can visit <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-things-to-do-amboise-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the exceptional sites of Amboise<\/a> in just 20 minutes, or discover the incredible International Garden Festival at the <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/visit-chateau-chaumont-sur-loire-castle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ch\u00e2teau de Chaumont-sur-Loire<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Ch&#xE2;teau-de-Chaumont-sur-Loire\/i-qtFXrRQ\/0\/NJBJW7kxBw9MLRX7zT847gHrHQgTqBZ9pMrH3Zg9k\/L\/chateauchaumontsurloire-jardins-1-L.jpg\" alt=\"Overview of plant installations at Ch&#xE2;teau de Chaumont-sur-Loire\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Plant installations at Ch\u00e2teau de Chaumont-sur-Loire<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to get to Montrichard + parking<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where is Montrichard<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In the Centre-Val de Loire region<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Driving time from <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-things-to-do-blois-visit\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"7947\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Blois<\/a> = 35min<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Driving time from <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-things-to-do-tours-visit\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"7270\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tours<\/a> = 50min<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Driving time from <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-things-to-do-nantes\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"1731\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Nantes<\/a> = 2h30<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Driving time from Paris = 2h45<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/map-best-loire-valley-villages-1024x683.png\" alt=\"map most beautiful villages loire valley\" class=\"wp-image-3450\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Map of the most beautiful villages in the Loire Valley<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#ffffff;margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns 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(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center paragraphe_une is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:90%\">\n<p style=\"font-size:16px\">It's time to book!<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/skyscanner.pxf.io\/dONaXy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"><strong>Compare everything:<\/strong> companies, prices, schedules and availability.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to get there<\/h3>\n\n<p>You can also reach the village of Montrichard:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>By car: <\/strong>The village is well served by the A10 freeway from Paris or the A11 from Nantes. <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/how-to-rent-car-france-hire\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"1660\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Our tips for renting a car.<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By public transport: <\/strong>You can reach Montrichard by train from Paris, taking the train to Tours and then taking the ter to Montrichard. The city center can be reached in 20 minutes on foot or by bus (more info on the public transport website <a href=\"https:\/\/www.montrichardvaldecher.com\/transports\/bus\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a>).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>By bike:<\/strong> The village is also accessible from the legendary Loire \u00e0 V\u00e9lo cycle route (website <a href=\"https:\/\/www.loireavelo.fr\/carte\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a>). Find out all our tips <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/loire-valley-cycling-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">for making the most of the Loire \u00e0 V\u00e9lo<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Parking in Montrichard<\/h3>\n\n<p>Public parking is available at the entrance to Montrichard, 17 quai Jean Bart.<br\/>A further parking lot for camping cars is available on the outskirts of the town.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Useful tips for visiting Montrichard<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How long and when?<\/h3>\n\n<p>Allow 2 to 3 hours to explore the village sites (keep, old town, church), admire the panorama from the banks of the Cher and, above all, have time to stroll!<\/p>\n\n<p>Montrichard is all the more beautiful in the summer months, between May and September, but this is also the time when tourist numbers are at their peak.<br\/>We therefore advise you to arrive early in the morning, to appreciate the calm of the village and then take time for lunch.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Villages\/Montrichard\/i-3pJ5rtG\/1\/MGNGFxpG58znBdH8ZnKrG6RfFxFjvdXMHqb7Kn9z2\/L\/Montrichard_eglise_sainte_croix-01-L.jpg\" alt=\"Overview of the Sainte-Croix church in Monrichard\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tour directions, map and difficulty<\/h3>\n\n<p>The village of Montrichard is relatively small and easy to explore. So there's no particular direction to follow. We recommend good walking shoes for the cobbled streets and the occasional incline.  <\/p>\n\n<p>The tourist office on Rue Nationale can provide you with a map to help you find your way around the town (more info <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sudvaldeloire.fr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a>). During your walk, you'll also have the pleasure of discovering several explanatory panels on the various points of interest in the village.<br\/><br\/>Finally, please note that there can be a lot of traffic due to the bridge, which limits the flow of traffic.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Villages\/Montrichard\/i-Wb8xZFN\/1\/KrwXSfHq7ghgkD5rHBrWkNJhKJvFqgH9fckFpB7kM\/L\/Montrichard_forteresse_donjon-4-L.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Visiting with children<\/h3>\n\n<p>If you come to Montrichard in summer, there's no doubt that your children will love the beach and its various facilities. Otherwise, we think they might also be interested in the augmented reality tour of the dungeon (more info <a href=\"https:\/\/www.montrichardvaldecher.com\/tourisme\/la-forteresse-et-ses-musees\/realite-augmentee\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Villages\/Montrichard\/i-g8HG5Xx\/1\/NbBs6D9VXVRrGThfSDfzPtKCSr2KmwxbgtMtWdnzW\/L\/Montrichard_forteresse_donjon-3-L.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Restaurants<\/h3>\n\n<p>While Montrichard has some charming squares, its restaurant offer is rather limited. If, like us, you're a gourmet, we recommend you take a look at Amboise, just a 25-minute drive from Montrichard, and find our <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-restaurants-amboise-where-eat-reviews\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">list of gourmet addresses here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n<p>Otherwise, we've located Montrichard:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Restaurant Mon Jardin<\/strong>: for healthy, tasty lunch between two visits, in a relaxed atmosphere.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Le Restaurant Avin\u00e9<\/strong>: just a 6-minute drive from the historic center, this hidden address in a vaulted setting dug into the tufa stone, offers a delightful menu of tapas and natural wines (more info <a href=\"https:\/\/www.avine-bourre.fr\/menu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">here<\/a>).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/n-XkSzNF\/Villages\/Montrichard\/i-5T8jPVb\/1\/MvfTTnKfX2QcFTkV2vGnWphSKqffBRcGgQC858Tdd\/L\/Montrichard_place-L.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hotels<\/h3>\n\n<p>As mentioned above, we preferred charming addresses outside the city, such as<a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/fr\/les-suites-de-cheverny.html?aid=2274925\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">H\u00f4tel Les Sources de Cheverny<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/fr\/chb-chateau-de-la-haute-borde.fr.html?aid=2274925\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Ch\u00e2teau de la Haute Borde<\/a>.  <br\/>If you want to sleep in the village:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?city=-1453379&amp;nflt=review_score%253D90%253Breview_score%253D80&amp;aid=2281719&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"> Discover the best-rated accommodations in Montrichard.<\/a><\/p>\n\n<div style=\"margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_titre gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\">PLAN YOUR TRIP IN  <br\/><span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Loire Valley<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_sans_border gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex 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href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/loire-valley-castles-list-chateaux\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">List with over 100 castles<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Chateaux-de-la-Loire\/Chateau-de-Chenonceau\/i-B8wzgnf\/0\/0c8c0706\/L\/chateau-chenonceau-1-L.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\">\n<p class=\"option_titre\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><strong>Other<\/strong> <strong>places to explore<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"ul_box wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-things-to-do-loire-valley-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best things to do in the Loire Valley<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/towns-loire-valley-cities\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Most beautiful towns along the Loire<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/most-beautiful-villages-loire-valley\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Most beautiful villages<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-gardens-loire-valley\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Most beautiful gardens<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-things-to-do-nantes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best things to do in Nantes<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-things-to-do-angers-visit\/\">Things to do in Angers<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-things-to-do-saumur-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best things to do in Saumur<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-things-to-do-tours-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Things to do in Tours<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/best-things-to-do-amboise-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Things to do in Amboise<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/flight-hot-air-balloon-castles-loire-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hot-air balloon ride<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/General\/i-DrhL7mp\/0\/bb0d2dae\/L\/vue-loire-L.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\">\n<p class=\"option_titre\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><strong>Practice<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"ul_box wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/where-stay-loire-valley-best-areas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Where to stay in the Loire Valley<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">See our tips for renting a car <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/renting-car-nantes-airport\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">in Nantes<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/renting-car-angers-station\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Angers<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/renting-car-tours-france\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tours<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/renting-car-cdg-aeroport\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CDG<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/renting-car-orly-airport-paris\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Orly<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/renting-car-beauvais-airport-paris\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Beauvais<\/a>...<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">How to get to the Loire Valley - article to come<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">Itineraries: <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/loire-valley-3-days-itinerary-castle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">3 days<\/a> - <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/visit-loire-valley-castle-4-days-itinerary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4 days<\/a> - <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/visit-loire-valley-castle-5-days-itinerary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5 days<\/a> - <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/visit-loire-valley-castles-7-days-itinerary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">1 week<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">Weekends: <a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/weekend-unusual-loire-valley\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">unusual<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Vallee-loire\/Villes-Loire\/i-L5mq7xV\/0\/207cbe42\/L\/nantes-villes-elephant-L.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons planif_bouton is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-font-size\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color wp-element-button\" style=\"border-radius:4px\">All our tips (coming soon)<strong>  <strong>  <\/strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-4676\" style=\"width: 16px;\" src=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/ArrowRight.webp\" alt=\"\"\/><\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_texte gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box-texte gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_auteur_voyage gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img_auteur_voyage img_provisoire\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/claire-robinson\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Region-Lovers\/Equipe\/i-nsNF6C6\/0\/Cs2F5n96pkt9xFD9D3SVqmQspMhrKgN75nHgBqmjG\/L\/Claire-L.png\" alt=\"\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"titre_auteur_voyage\"><span>SHE MADE THE TRIP <\/span><span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Claire<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_auteur_voyage gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img_auteur_voyage img_provisoire\"><a href=\"https:\/\/loirelovers.fr\/en\/clara-balayer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Region-Lovers\/Equipe\/i-SdbN5X8\/0\/FQQmdnTB6qcMTnchB9QkgwpDzqRr4QJrpcS5xfZBc\/L\/clara-L.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"titre_auteur_voyage\"><span>SHE WROTE THE ARTICLE \n <\/span><span 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The charming town is also worth a visit for its picturesque setting, with cobbled streets and timber-framed houses, not to mention the magnificent views from the banks of the Cher river. 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