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

6-Day Touraine Discovery Itinerary from Paris

Day 1: Arrival and Introduction to Touraine

Travel from Paris to Château d’Artigny

  • 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 Belle Époque château-hotel with elegant rooms, a spa, and 25-hectare gardens.

1. Château d’Artigny Exploration

  • Stroll the French gardens, admire the marble Rotunde’s frescoes, or relax with a welcome drink at the bar. Learn about its history as perfumer François Coty’s 20th-century masterpiece.

2. Tours Old Town

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

3. Dinner at L’Origan

  • Dine at L’Origan, the château’s gourmet restaurant (mains ~€30-€50, reserve ahead). Enjoy regional dishes like rillons or Loire fish in a marble-floored dining room with valley views.

Day 2: Amboise and Renaissance Heritage

1. Royal Château d’Amboise

  • Drive 40 minutes to Amboise. Visit the Royal Château d’Amboise (€15, book online), a Renaissance gem with Loire River views and ties to Charles VIII and Leonardo da Vinci (1.5 hours).

2. Clos Lucé

  • Walk 10 minutes to Clos Lucé (€17, book online), Leonardo da Vinci’s final home. Explore his invention models and the gardens with life-sized replicas (1.5 hours).

3. Amboise Market and Lunch

  • Stroll Amboise’s streets and, if it’s Friday/Sunday, browse the local market for crafts and cheeses. Lunch at Le Patio (14 Rue Nationale, ~€20-€30) for French cuisine.

  • Evening: Return to Château d’Artigny for a spa session (sauna, jacuzzi, ~€20 for 2 hours) or a Vouvray wine at the bar.

Day 3: Chenonceau and Vouvray Wine

1. Château de Chenonceau

  • Drive 30 minutes to Château de Chenonceau (€15.50, book online). Explore the “Château des Dames” spanning the Cher River, with Diane de Poitiers’ garden and Renaissance interiors (2 hours).

2. Vouvray Winery

  • Drive 25 minutes to a Vouvray winery (e.g., Domaine Huet, ~€10-€15/tasting, book via www.touraineloirevalley.co.uk). Tour troglodytic cellars and taste sparkling or still Vouvray AOC wines.

3. Lunch in Vouvray

  • Dine at Auberge du Val de Vienne (~€25-€40, reserve) with dishes paired with local wines.

  • Evening: Return to Château d’Artigny for a light dinner at L’Origan or a twilight walk in the 25-hectare park.

Day 4: Villandry and Chinon

1. Château de Villandry

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

2. Chinon Fortress

  • Drive 45 minutes to Chinon. Visit Chinon Fortress (€10, book online), linked to Joan of Arc, with medieval ramparts and Loire views (1 hour).

3. Chinon Winery

  • Tour a Chinon winery like Domaine de Noiré (~€12/tasting, book online) for robust red wines. Stroll the medieval town afterward.

  • Evening: Dine at L’Origan, trying Touraine specialties like Sainte-Maure-de-Touraine goat cheese.

Day 5: Azay-le-Rideau and Montlouis-sur-Loire

1. Château d’Azay-le-Rideau

  • Drive 30 minutes to Château d’Azay-le-Rideau (€11.50, book online), a Renaissance jewel on the Indre River with elegant architecture (1 hour).

2. Montlouis-sur-Loire Winery

  • Drive 25 minutes to a Montlouis-sur-Loire winery (e.g., Domaine de la Taille aux Loups, ~€10-€15/tasting). Taste crisp whites and explore vineyards.

3. Tours Market Lunch

  • Drive 20 minutes to Les Halles de Tours market. Enjoy regional products (cheeses, charcuterie, ~€10-€20) and buy souvenirs like saffron or wine.

  • Evening: Relax at Château d’Artigny’s spa or bar, enjoying the valley’s sunset views.

Day 6: Loches and Return to Paris

1. Cité Royale de Loches

  • Drive 45 minutes to Loches. Explore the Cité Royale (€10.50, book online), a medieval fortress with a dungeon and royal lodgings tied to Agnès Sorel (1.5 hours).

2. Loches Market and Lunch

  • If it’s Wednesday/Saturday, browse Loches’ market for local produce. Lunch at La Gerbe d’Or (22 Rue Balzac, ~€15-€25) for traditional Touraine dishes.

3. Return to Paris

  • Drive 2h30 (240 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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+33 2 47 34 30 30

Vue extérieure du Château d'Artigny Montbazon avec son jardin à la Française fleuri
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Historic castle with landscaped gardens and river view.
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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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