Loire valley Castles near Paris

The Loire valley is called the garden of France. This region combines lovely landscapes, splendid royal 16th century castles and great French food.

You have two to three days to spend outside Paris. The Loire valley is two hours from Paris. 

We recommend you to stay in one of the good hotels near Chenonceaux, to take your time and to visit a few of the top castles and old towns.

Chambord castle in Loire valley

If you visit Paris and have one day to discover a region of France, go on a Loire Castle bus tour.

You will visit three remarkable Loire valley Castles: Amboise, Chambord, Cheverny and Chenonceaux. Locate these four castles on the map.

There are two options: the fully guided bus tour including lunch in winter and the new low cost bus tour. Both options will save you time and fatigue. 

      Loire valley Castles of interest
      Amboise Castle
      Azay le Rideau Castle
      Blois Castle
      Villandry Castle

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