• Made from red brick and local ‘tufa’ stone, the château has a decidedly different appearance to many of the best châteaux of the Loire Valley.
  • Most of the fabulous chateaux in Loire Valley were built in the 15th and 16th centuries, during the Renaissance period.
  • Gardens of Chateaux Villandry. Château de Villandry was one of the last castles in the Loire Valley to be built in the Renaissance style.
  • The third day begins with a visit to the Château de Luynes, just 15 km from Tours, which offers breathtaking views of the Loire Valley.
  • Nestled on the edge of the Chinon forest overlooking the Indre river, Château d'Usse is the most "fairy tale" of the Loire Valley châteaux.
  • Often associated solely with the Renaissance era, the Châteaux of the Loire Valley tell a tale about 1000 years of royalty, from the 11th to the 19th centuries.
  • Get to know the most famous châteaux in the heart of the Loire Valley. From their history, royal connections, what there is to see inside, and more.
  • If you spend 5 to 6 days in the Loire Valley, you will have time to visit a couple of towns and cities, explore some of the best Châteaux of the Loire Valley, wine...
  • The Loire Valley France is home to some of the most magnificent châteaux in the world, each with its own unique history, architecture, and gardens.