Things to do in Centre-Loire Valley

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Montargis which includes a river or creek and boating

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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 château or palace, a garden and heritage architecture

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. Château de Villandry

Walk beside intricately shaped hedges and long avenues of yew and lime trees at Château de Villandry. Admire the grand fort that stands at the center and look at the superb paintings and lavish décor inside.
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Chateau de Villandry showing a park and a castle

4. 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 château or palace and heritage architecture

5. 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 interior views

What to do in Centre-Loire Valley


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Areas of Centre-Loire Valley

Place Plumereau which includes 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 Saint Martin Basilica.

Tours City Centre
Sainte Croix Cathedral featuring a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and interior views

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 Saint Martin Basilica.

Old Town Tours
Musee des Beaux-Arts de Tours showing a statue or sculpture

Cathédrale

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

Cathédrale
Orleans showing signage and central business district

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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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