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Top 3 days trips by bike
From flamboyant gardens to heritage sites, take advantage of the return of the fine weather to get away from it all by bike and spend the day discovering new landscapes! The “Floral and Monument” circuit around Meung-sur-Loire Find out more about the "Floral and monumental" loop. The “Donkey and the King” loop via Loches Find…
Top 3 original ways to discover Loire Valley wines
Would you like to find out more about the wines of the Loire Valley through a fun activity? With the choice of cookery classes, tasting tours and boat trips, enjoy an original way to discover the region's world of wine! Chef and Winemaker workshop: Let’s get cooking! In Rochecorbon, Château Gaudrelle offers a full range…
Our most beautifull villages in Sologne
Sologne is full of beautiful, traditional villages with red brick and half-timbered houses. Let yourself be charmed by the warm atmosphere of these small towns nestling between woods and lakes. Here is our selection of the most beautiful villages in Sologne. Ligny-le-Ribault Let's start our tour of the most beautiful villages in Sologne with Ligny-le-Ribault.…
Artisanal crafts and visits to workshops in the Loire Valley
How about discovering the Loire Valley through its crafts? Push open the doors of renowned workshops, where talented men and women are perpetuating local know-how which is recognised the world over. Basketry, earthenware, pottery… Immerse yourself in these historic sites and observe the beauty of the craft. Who knows, maybe you'll want to try your…
Aperitif drinks and nibbles on the Loire: sail between wines and landscpapes
Aboard a traditional Loire boat, river enthusiasts will reveal the secrets of the Loire over an aperitif. These are fun times not to be missed! Moments de Loire, experience the river for yourself Let Aurélien take you on board a traditional boat for a trip on the Loire that will be full of surprises. On…
Stroll around our markets
We all love strolling around a market. Local produce, colours and smells all mingle, making you want to try everything. Get your basket ready, we're taking you to the markets of the Loire Valley! Markets in Orléans Don't miss the main markets in Orléans: Wednesdays from 3pm to 7.30pm: town centre market, Place de la…
8 typical Loire valley villages to explore
In the heart of the Loire Valley, explore typical little villages with real character. Nestled in their magnificent surroundings, these unique places are cradled by the Loire and its tributaries. A stopover in Briare With its impressive canal bridge overlooking the Loire, Briare has a lot going for it. Cast off, soak up the atmosphere…
8 Loire châteaux to visit near Tours
Here are 8 Loire châteaux to visit near Tours. Whether it's your first visit or not, each of these châteaux has some great surprises in store for you! The Royal City of Loches The elegant Royal City of Loches overlooks the town and is one of the Loire châteaux to visit near Tours. Stroll through…
5 Loire châteaux to visit near Orléans
Here are 5 Loire châteaux to visit near Orléans. Whether you love gardens, architecture or history, you're bound to find something to please you. The Château of Meung-sur-Loire https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yWOw8ZaxN2E&ab_channel=Ch%C3%A2teaudeMeungsurLoire You'll barely have time to realise that you've left Orléans when you arrive in Meung-sur-Loire. While its narrow streets, covered market halls and Sunday morning market…
Top 3 things to do in spring
A hike, a bike ride near Tours or a boat trip from Chaumont-sur-Loire are just what you need to dust off the cobwebs after a winter spent in the warmth of your house by the fire. Here are three ideas for activities to get you moving instead of spring cleaning! A walk around Meung-sur-Loire -…
6 Loire châteaux to visit near Blois
Here are 6 Loire châteaux to visit near Blois. Between the Loire and Sologne, each of these châteaux, big or small, tells its own story, often closely linked to the History of France! The Royal Château of Blois If you're ready to visit the Loire châteaux near Blois, you might as well start with the…