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France · Centre-Val de Loire

Loire Valley

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Renaissance châteaux, vineyards and cycling along the river.

The Loire Valley is the land of châteaux — Chambord, Chenonceau, Amboise and Villandry with its gardens — set among vineyards producing Vouvray, Sancerre and Chinon. The flat Loire à Vélo route makes it one of Europe’s best cycling holidays.

Known for

  • Castles & palaces
  • Architecture
  • Cycling
  • Wine
Travel guide on Wikivoyage ↗

Best time to visit

The best months for Loire Valley are May, June, July, August and September.

Suggested route

6 nights across 3 stops. Jourimo adjusts it to the length of your trip.

  1. 1Tours · 2 nights
  2. 2Amboise · 2 nights
  3. 3Saumur · 2 nights