Accueil Discover Strolling around our cities and villages Blois, the royal city
Located in the very heart of the Loire Valley, the city of Blois testifies to the fabulous history of the Loire Châteaux. In this City of Art and History, make sure you see the old town, lively city centre and beautiful buildings. The royal château, which was home to King Francis I, is just as prestigious as the nearby Château of Chambord and the Château of Cheverny.
THE ROYAL CHÂTEAU: A SNAPSHOT OF ALL THE LOIRE CHÂTEAUX
Gillard et Vincent – CRT Centre-Val de Loire
From atop its rocky promontory, the Royal Château of Blois overlooks the city and the Loire. Each of the four facades features a distinct style, providing a true panorama of French architecture and the history of the Loire Châteaux.
The Royal Château can also boast that it was the only one to have been home to no fewer than 10 queens and 7 kings, including Louis XII and Francis I, his nephew and successor.
These two sovereigns literally added their own touch to the building. Louis XII added a wing to the château, while Francis I enhanced the royal court with a stunning staircase.
BLOIS, A CITY TO EXPLORE ON FOOT OR IN A HORSE-DRAWN CARRIAGE
But the city of Bois offers far more than the château. To learn about all the history of its prestigious past, we recommend attentively exploring this city, where time seems to mysteriously stand still.
Perhaps you will learn the secret to this mystery at the House of Magic. Located on the Place du Château, it will introduce you to the art of illusion through exhibitions and shows.
French Wanderers
French Wanderers
Wander through the little lively streets of the old town, discovering hidden passages and cobblestone squares! You can take your tour by foot or in a horse-drawn carriage – the perfect way to immerse yourself in life in Blois from yesteryear….
Two religious buildings are worth a look: the Gothic-style Saint-Louis Cathedral, which features a tall, Renaissance-style tower, and the Saint-Nicolas Church, which blends Roman and Gothic styles.
Thorsten Bronner – CRT Centre-Val de Loire
THE FOUNDATION OF DOUBT: NOT TO BE MISSED
This unique, atypical and non-conformist creative site will undoubtedly leave a strong impression on you! Find art in all its forms at the Foundation of Doubt It will take you from surprise to self-reflection, explosions of laughter with explosions of porcelain, between stirring sounds and expressive silences. Your tour is sure to be memorable….
Oeuvre Ben Vautier Photo Fondation du doute – Ville de Blois
Oeuvre George Maciunas Ben Vautier Photo Fondation du doute Ville de Blois NWietrich
For eight years, the museum focused on the artist Ben, the art movement Fluxus, and related works, welcoming over 300 artists, many concerts and numerous temporary exhibitions. But recently, the Foundation of Doubt updated its collections. Following its reopening on 2 July 2022, you will find new works, new exhibition design and a new, welcoming place, the café/gift shop, Le Fluxus.
