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.
Montlouis-sur-Loire
AOC Montlouis-sur-Loire is an appellation d'origine contrôlée located in the Loire Valley region of France. It covers an area of 450 hectares in three communes: Montlouis-sur-Loire, Saint-Martin-le-Beau and Lussault-sur-Loire.
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
Abbaye Royale de Fontevraud
Abbaye Royale de Fontevraud 49590 Fontevraud-l'Abbaye, France
Confectionery Hallard
Sweets / Confectionery Chocolate 62 TER avenue aristide briand 37600 LOCHES

Ideas for Tours in Touraine

Staying at Château d’Artigny, a magnificent château-hotel in the heart of Touraine’s Loire Valley, is an unforgettable experience. To make the most of your stay, here are a few ideas for tours to discover the cultural, historical and gastronomic riches of the region.

Loire Valley Castles Tour

Château d’Artigny is ideally situated for exploring the famous châteaux of the Loire Valley.

Here’s an itinerary for a day’s sightseeing:

Morning: Château de Chenonceau
Start your day with a visit to Château de Chenonceau, renowned for its elegant architecture stretching along the Cher River. Stroll through its gardens and discover its fascinating history.

Noon: Amboise market
Continue on to Amboise to discover the Château Royal, Leonardo da Vinci’s last home. Enjoy local specialties at the market or in one of the town’s restaurants.

Afternoon: Château de Chambord
End the day at the majestic Château de Chambord, a symbol of the French Renaissance, surrounded by a vast forest park.

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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Touraine Wine Tour

Touraine is famous for its vineyards.

This tour will introduce you to the local wines:

Morning: Visit the Montlouis-sur-Loire winery
Start with a visit and tasting at an estate in Montlouis-sur-Loire, famous for its white wines. Explore the troglodytic cellars typical of the region.

Lunch at a gourmet restaurant in Vouvray
Continue with lunch in a restaurant in Vouvray, pairing your meal with the wines of this renowned AOC.

Afternoon: Chinon Wine Route
Next stop: Chinon, an appellation renowned for its red wines. Visit an estate and stroll through the vineyards to appreciate the region’s rolling landscape.

Nature and History Tour

This tour combines historical discoveries with nature walks:

Morning: Abbaye de Fontevraud
Start the day with a visit to Fontevraud Abbey, one of Europe’s largest monastic cities. Explore its gardens and discover the history of the Plantagenets.

Noon: Lunch at Montsoreau
Stop off at Montsoreau, one of France’s most beautiful villages, for lunch on the banks of the Loire.

Afternoon: Canoe trip on the Loire
After lunch, embark on a canoe trip on the Loire. Admire the natural scenery while enjoying the calm of the river.

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Art and Culture Tour in Tours

If you want to discover the city of Tours, this cultural tour is ideal:

Morning: Visit the Musée des Beaux-Arts de Tours
Explore the varied collections of this museum, housed in a former episcopal palace. Works range from the Middle Ages to the 20th century.

Noon: Lunch in Old Tours
Enjoy a meal in one of the many restaurants located in the historic district of Vieux Tours, famous for its half-timbered houses.

Afternoon: A stroll through the Gardens of Tours
End your day with a stroll through the gardens of Tours, such as the Jardin des Prébendes d’Oé, to enjoy nature right in the heart of the city.

Gastronomic and Local Discovery Tour

For food lovers, this tour will allow you to discover local flavors:

Morning: Visit to a local market and culinary workshop
Start with a visit to the Tours market, then take part in a culinary workshop to learn how to cook typical local dishes.

Noon: Cheese and wine tasting
After the workshop, enjoy a tasting of local goat cheeses (such as Sainte-Maure-de-Touraine) accompanied by local wines.

Afternoon: Visit a saffron farm
Discover a farm where saffron, that rare and precious spice, is grown. Learn more about its production and culinary uses.

These tours allow you to discover the many facets of Touraine while enjoying the luxurious and refined surroundings of Château d’Artigny. Whether you’re a lover of history, nature, wine or gastronomy, the region’s wealth and charm will win you over.