Known as the garden of France the Loire valley is packed with historical
villages and towns and crammed with some of the most beautiful châteaux France
has to offer. At its centre between Maine and Sully-sur-Loire it has been
declared a world heritage site by UNESCO due to both its exceptional natural
beauty and historical architecture.
We take a look at five of the most beautiful Châteaux to be found in the Loire Valley, from the famous to lesser known (description shown beneath each photo).
The château is flanked by two towers and is almost surrounded by water, its extensive gardens spread over an area of ten hectares.
Getting There
From Paris: Take the A11 Motorway in the direction Angers. Then, Motorway A85 direction Chinon, exit at Port Boulet and after the circle, follow signs for the château.
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We take a look at five of the most beautiful Châteaux to be found in the Loire Valley, from the famous to lesser known (description shown beneath each photo).
Château des Reaux
The Château des Reaux was once the home of of the French writer and poet Tallemant Réaux and has kept his name and air of romance. The castle is now privately owned and a family run hotel, built in the XVth Century the château is situated 4 km from the town of Bourgueil.The château is flanked by two towers and is almost surrounded by water, its extensive gardens spread over an area of ten hectares.
Getting There
From Paris: Take the A11 Motorway in the direction Angers. Then, Motorway A85 direction Chinon, exit at Port Boulet and after the circle, follow signs for the château.
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Beautiful Chateaux of the Loire Valley
Known as the garden of France the Loire valley is packed with historical villages and towns and crammed with some of the most beautiful châteaux France has to offer. At its centre between...
Known as the garden of France the Loire valley is packed with historical villages and towns and crammed with some of the most beautiful châteaux France has to offer. At its centre between...
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