Château d'Artigny & Spa
92 Rue de Monts, 37250 Montbazon 0247343030
Royal Fortress of Chinon
Fortress overlooking the town, built by Henry II of England, home to Joan of Arc and the Knights Templar.
Chenonceau castle
Remarkable 16th-century château built on the river, with collections of tapestries and paintings by masters.
The gardens & château of Villandry
Restored Renaissance palace with formal gardens, labyrinth and temporary art exhibitions.
Chambord Castle
Huge 16th-century royal palace surrounded by a moat with towers and domes.
Royal Amboise Castle
15th-century Gothic and Renaissance chateau, tapestry-decorated rooms and panoramic terrace.
Langeais Castle
Fortress rebuilt in 1465, with tours of 16 rooms featuring period furniture, frescoes and tapestries.
Azay-le-Rideau castle
Azay-le-Rideau castle 37190 AZAY-LE-RIDEAU
Montrésor Castle
37460 MONTRESOR
Royal Estate of Château Gaillard
Built in Amboise by the young King Charles VIII in 1496, close to the court, the royal estate of Château Gaillard was the site of the first Renaissance gardens in France, on the initiative of Dom Pacello de Mercogliano. 99 avenue Léonard de VInci 37400 AMBOISE
Vouvray
The wines of the Vouvray appellation, made from the Chenin grape variety, can be vinified as sparkling wines or as still, dry, soft (demi-sec) or sweet wines, depending on the quantity of natural sugars harvested.
Chinon
Chinon contains something that other wines don't have. The humanism initiated by Rabelais, the ingredient that binds all the others together. To open a bottle of Chinon is to drink a “Vin loyal à Rabelais”, the very essence of the appellation!
Bourgueil
Bourgueil is an appellation d'origine contrôlée wine produced around Bourgueil, in the Indre-et-Loire region. The vineyards cover 1,400 hectares, with Cabernet Franc N and Cabernet Sauvignon N grape varieties.
Domaine Marc Brédif
The wines of the Vouvray appellation, made from the Chenin grape variety, can be vinified as sparkling wines or as still, dry, soft (demi-sec) or sweet wines, depending on the quantity of natural sugars harvested.
Domaine Charles Joguet
The wines of the Vouvray appellation, made from the Chenin grape variety, can be vinified as sparkling wines or as still, dry, soft (demi-sec) or sweet wines, depending on the quantity of natural sugars harvested.
Traditional boat trip
Traditional boat trip on the Vienne and Loire rivers Cale de l'Ormeau below the Collegiate Church 37500 CANDES-SAINT-MARTIN
Traditional Valchantray boat trips
9 chemin des Dames 37270 ATHEE-SUR-CHER
Perraudière Park
Parc de la Perraudière Parc de la Perraudière was designed at the end of the 19th century. Its 5 hectares make it the city's largest park, offering superb views over the Loire and the city of Tours. 37540 SAINT-CYR-SUR-LOIRE
Museum of Fine Arts and garden
Museum of Fine Arts and garden 18 place François-Sicard 37000 TOURS
Saint-Gatien Cathedral
Saint-Gatien Cathedral 1 rue Racine 37000 TOURS
Confectionery Hallard
Sweets / Confectionery Chocolate 62 TER avenue aristide briand 37600 LOCHES
Parc de la Gloriette
Parc des Prébendes d’Oé
Parc de Forges
Parc du Château de Rochecotte
Les Bateliers du Cher
Les Marins du Port de Chambord
La Rabouilleuse – École de Loire

5-Day Loire Valley Discovery Itinerary from Paris

Day 1: Arrival at Château d’Artigny and Tours

Morning: Travel from Paris

  • By Train: Take a TGV from Paris Montparnasse to Tours (1h15, ~€30-€60 one-way, book via www.sncf-connect.com). From Tours, a 20-minute taxi or rental car ride reaches Château d’Artigny.

  • By Car: Drive via A10 (exit 23, Chambray-Montbazon, 2h30, ~240 km). Rent a car for flexibility (~€40-€70/day, Discover Cars).

  • Check into Château d’Artigny, a 5-star château-hotel with elegant rooms, a spa, and 25-hectare gardens. Relax with a welcome drink.

Afternoon: Tours

  • Drive 20 minutes to Tours. Stroll Place Plumereau’s half-timbered houses and visit Saint-Gatien Cathedral (free) for Gothic stained glass.

  • Lunch at L’Atelier Lebeau (26 Rue Colbert, ~€20-€30).

Evening: Château d’Artigny

  • Dine at L’Origan, the château’s gourmet restaurant (mains ~€30-€50, reserve ahead). Enjoy the marble-floored ambiance and Loire Valley views.

Day 2: Château de Chenonceau and Amboise

Morning: Chenonceau

  • Drive 30 minutes to Château de Chenonceau (€15.50, book online). Explore the “Château des Dames” over the Cher River, its gardens, and Renaissance interiors (2 hours).

Lunch: Amboise

  • Drive 20 minutes to Amboise. Eat at Le Patio (14 Rue Nationale, ~€20-€30) for French cuisine.

Afternoon: Amboise

  • Visit Royal Château d’Amboise (€15, book online) for Renaissance history and views. Explore Clos Lucé (€17), Leonardo da Vinci’s home with invention models.

Evening: Château d’Artigny

  • Relax in the spa (sauna, jacuzzi, ~€20 for 2 hours) or enjoy Vouvray wine at the bar.

Day 3: Villandry and Wine Tasting

Morning: Château de Villandry

  • Drive 25 minutes to Château de Villandry (€12, book online). Admire its Renaissance gardens—vegetable plots and labyrinths (1.5-2 hours).

Lunch: Vouvray

  • Drive 25 minutes to Vouvray. Dine at Auberge du Val de Vienne (~€25-€40, reserve) with Vouvray AOC wines.

Afternoon: Montlouis-sur-Loire Winery

  • Visit a Montlouis-sur-Loire winery (e.g., Domaine de la Taille aux Loups, ~€10-€15/tasting, book via www.touraineloirevalley.co.uk). Tour cellars and taste crisp whites.

Evening: Château d’Artigny

  • Light dinner at L’Origan or relax in the gardens

Day 4: Chinon and Azay-le-Rideau

Morning: Chinon

  • Drive 45 minutes to Chinon. Visit a winery like Domaine de Noiré (~€12/tasting, book online) for red wines. Explore Chinon Fortress (€10), tied to Joan of Arc.

Lunch: Chinon

  • Eat at Les Années 30 (78 Rue Haute Saint-Maurice, ~€20-€30) for local dishes.

Afternoon: Château d’Azay-le-Rideau

  • Drive 25 minutes to Château d’Azay-le-Rideau (€11.50, book online), a Renaissance gem on the Indre River (1 hour).

Evening: Château d’Artigny

  • Enjoy a gourmet dinner at L’Origan, featuring Touraine specialties like goat cheese.

Day 5: Blois and Return to Paris

Morning: Château de Blois

  • Drive 45 minutes to Château de Blois (€14, book online), a royal residence with Gothic, Renaissance, and Classical wings. See the dramatic François I staircase (1.5 hours).

Lunch: Blois

  • Dine at Le Triboulet (1 Place du Château, ~€15-€25) near the château.

Afternoon: Return to Paris

  • Drive 2h30 (185 km) or take a TGV from Tours (1h15, book early). Depart by 2 PM to reach Paris by early evening.

If you’re looking for a wellness break, you can opt for a getaway at Château d’Artigny, including a double room, breakfast and access to the spa for 2 hours a day, from €212 for two people.

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The Château d’Artigny Journey

Château d’Artigny beautifully combines luxury, heritage, and natural allure. Located in the heart of the Loire Valley, it offers a serene getaway just a short distance from Paris. With its elegant accommodations, fine dining, and breathtaking views, this château provides an unforgettable experience, whether you’re seeking relaxation, adventure, or cultural exploration.

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