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Loire Valley

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Chateaux, vistas and vineyards

Discover the 'Garden of France'

Elegant chateaux, rolling green fields, dancing river reflections and bountiful vineyards. The romantic nature of the Loire Valley is truly captivating and its no surprise this region of France was listed by UNESCO in 2000 as a World Heritage Site.

Sitting pretty on the banks of the central stretches of the lengthy Loire River, Loire is considered to be the ‘Garden of France’ thanks to its rich fertile farmlands which produce ingredients that fill the larders and cellars of some of the best restaurants across the country. If you’re partial to fine wines, it’s hard to imagine a better place to visit as the area is renowned for viticulture, producing an astonishing variety including Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin Blanc, Cabernet Franc and Pinot Noir.

Historically, Loire was the destination of choice for French nobility and this preference has left its mark in the form of an abundance of magnificent castles and fine architecture. The valley is home to more than one hundred chateaux whose spectacular gardens and fascinating interiors have been opened to the public.

Set amongst ancient forests, beautiful meadows and green hills, the villages and towns of the Loire Valley are renowned for their bucolic charm and history. Amboise, once the home of the French royal court, is a particularly attractive destination and is the final resting place of Leonardo da Vinci.

  • view of the magnificent castle Chateau de la Roche in the Loire Valley in Normandy.
  • The Château de Chaumont castle in Chaumont-sur-Loire, Loir-et-Cher, France
  • Loire Valley. France. 07.22.12. The 16th century chateau and gardens of Villandry in the Loire Valley, France. Like all the other châteaux of the Loire Valley, it is a UNESCO. World Heritage Site.
  • Renascence castle in Lassay-sur-Croisne, Loire Valley, France
  • Gardens and Chateau de Villandry in Loire Valley in France
  • BOURGES, FRANCE – May 10, 2018: Street view of downtown in Bourges, France
  • A French medieval castle with grey stone towers and a moat, viewed behind a stone bridge and colorful flowers.

From our experts

Experiences picked by our Loire Valley specialists

Tour the valley's vineyards and châteaux

Head out on informative tours of vineyards and chateaux.

Browse a local market

Pick up gourmet specialities at the Amboise market on Friday or Sunday mornings.

See the sights on two wheels

Cycle around the breathtakingly beautiful Loire valley.

Take to the skies

Start the day with an unforgettable hot air balloon flight over the valley.

A word from one of our experts

The captivating Loire Valley is a tapestry of rolling vineyards, fairy-tale chateaux and picturesque villages. Whether you're exploring the countryside, sipping world-class wines or marveling at historic architecture, allow yourself to be immersed in the very essence of French culture.

Murray Mitchell Senior Travel Designer

Luxury accommodation in the Loire Valley

There are many incredible places to stay in the Loire Valley. Here are some of our favourites, handpicked by our travel designers:

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When to visit

December to February are the coldest and darkest months and not the best time to visit, so rather hold off until around May when the flowers in chateaux gardens begin to bloom. Temperatures in July and August are hot and humid, but in September and October, the weather becomes more bearable. This is also harvest time, so spending your days out in the countryside will be rewarded with plenty of activity and beautiful scenery. If you’re wanting to spend time exploring the castles away from the crowds, aim from April to June, or September and October.

Gardens in Bloom

May

Harvest Time

September–October

Castle Hopping

April–June

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