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.
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
Ideas at Château d’Artigny from Paris for American Travelers
The Château d’Artigny offers an exceptional French château experience just a short trip from Paris. Whether for a romantic escape, a cultural tour, or a gourmet adventure, here are some tailored itinerary ideas for American travelers.
Gourmet & Wine Lovers’ Retreat
Perfect for: Food and wine enthusiasts
- Day 1 – Arrival & Culinary Welcome:
- Depart from Paris by TGV train or private car.
- Arrive at Château d’Artigny and enjoy a welcome drink featuring local wines.
- Participate in a private French cooking class with the château’s chef.
- Indulge in a wine-pairing dinner featuring the best regional specialties.
- Day 2 – Wine & Gastronomy Tour:
- Visit famous wineries in Vouvray and Chinon, with exclusive tastings.
- Enjoy a gourmet lunch in a Michelin-starred restaurant.
- Discover the best cheese and wine pairings at a local fromagerie.
- Day 3 – Market & Departure:
- Explore the vibrant farmers’ market in Tours, tasting fresh local products.
- Enjoy a final relaxing breakfast at the château before heading back to Paris.
Family-Friendly Adventure
Perfect for: Families traveling with children
- Day 1 – Château Exploration & Fun Activities:
- Travel from Paris to the château and settle into a family suite.
- Explore the château gardens and play outdoor games.
- Enjoy a relaxed family dinner with a child-friendly menu.
- Day 2 – Family Adventures in the Loire:
- Visit the ZooParc de Beauval, one of the top zoos in Europe.
- Explore the fascinating troglodyte cave dwellings near Saumur.
- Return for a fun evening with storytelling by the fireplace.
- Day 3 – Castles & River Cruise:
- Visit Château d’Ussé, the fairy tale castle that inspired Sleeping Beauty.
- Enjoy a boat ride on the Loire River before heading back to Paris.