Visit the Loire castles
Discover the châteaux of the Loire Valley, starting with the capital, Tours! It’s the ideal place to explore the jewels of our region, which attract thousands of visitors from all over the world every year.
The Loire castles:
Chenonceau, Chambord, Chinon, Amboise, Azay-le-Rideau and the gardens of Villandry are all not to be missed! Tours is also a city steeped in history, where the Renaissance left its mark, notably with the presence of Leonardo da Vinci. It was in this spirit of innovation and creativity that, over 500 years ago, mankind made great strides in many fields. Here’s a selection of 8 châteaux less than 1 hour from Tours to discover without delay!
Discover the Château d’Artigny, with its sumptuous staircase and splendid salons originally designed by the famous Belle Époque perfumer François Coty: you can entertain yourself by identifying the personalities of the 1920s in the large painting decorating the dome of the Rotonde on the second floor, relax on the cosy sofas in the bar or contemplate the view over the Indre valley from the terrace. Weather permitting, bicycles are available for exploring the surrounding area. The outdoor swimming pool from June to September, the 25-hectare park and tennis courts await you, and to top it all off, you’ll find a sauna, hammam and jacuzzi in our Espace Détente.