Sports and leisure activities Châteaux de la Loire

The natural setting of this golf course, typically Anjou, with its wood and beautiful water features, extends over a hundred hectares. You will find courses of up to 18 holes, a 29-station practice course and a 6-hole compact course, all of which are calm and serene. If the greens and fairways are fairly flat, the diversity is constant and the difficulties are crescendo, according to the wishes of the architect of the place. You can also enjoy the superb terrace overlooking hole 18, and the sports or gastronomic options offered by the restaurant.

Treat yourself to a superb outing in the air. You will travel in the sky, in history and even in time thanks to the expertise and the erudition of your pilot, on board a biplane, a vintage pre-war aircraft. You will fly over the most beautiful castles of the sweet Touraine. A magical and atypical outing! You will be able to embark at dawn or at dusk to discover and admire the magnificent landscapes in their most beautiful finery. The promise of a privileged moment of which you will be able to keep a trace in video.

In Tours or Joué-lès-Tours, Michel will initiate you or lead you to perfect your skills on acoustic and electric guitar, banjo, bass, American violin or autoharp. All this in a variety of musical styles, from rock to blues through pop or French and foreign variety. Of course, we complete with solfège, if needed. Individual or group lessons, courses, for adults and children: let your talents run wild! Michel also accompanies confirmed artists for arrangements, transcriptions and pre-recordings.

Take a seat aboard a hot-air balloon to be transported gently into the Touraine sky. This establishment, approved by the Civil Aviation, offers you the opportunity to discover Touraine, its castles, picturesque villages and the landscapes of the "Garden of France". Count about 3 hours between preparation and flight. The flight will mainly depart from Amboise, Chenonceau or Chaumont, depending on the wind direction. At your side, a professional and friendly team. Memories guaranteed!

Born of two clubs in 1993, one of Saint-Jean-de-Braye, the other of Fleury-les-Alencon, the Agreement began in National 2 (4 ^th division). In 1997, Orléans Basketball joined the duo. The Agreement gravira the steps of a few years to become a resident of the elite of French Basketball: The Pro A. Few words can describe the team's Pro A course: Two years after its rise, the Agreement is second of the championship before winning the French Cup in 2010. At the same time, following the decline in support of the cities of Fleury-les-Alencon and Saint-Jean-de-Braye, the Agreement no longer has to be and becomes Orléans Loiret Basketball. His ascent attracted a large number of Orléanais to the Sports Palace to support their team and their sport star. In recent years, the emphasis on training, which is essential for the conquest of titles envisaged by Orléans Loiret Basketball, has become the priority for this club approving this essential point: " Who cares about his youth, prepares his future ".

Open air and a nice time with family or friends with these canoe trips and bivouacs on the Loire or the Cher, to discover part of the region along the water! The teams will explain the safety rules and the routes. Sporting or not, there is something for all levels, and the shuttles link the departure and arrival points. You'll love the lantern-lit night outings to discover the Château de Chenonceau and admire the sunset. As a bonus, an "aperitif basket" is available at the Bistrot Quai.

Close to the Château de Cheverny, this beautiful golf course blends into the rich natural landscape and historic terroir. The 18-hole world-class course is laid out around the Rousselière pond. All year round, individual or group themed lessons and training courses for all levels are available. Equipment and trolleys available for hire. The golf restaurant serves fine cuisine based on local produce, with a magnificent view over the course and pond.

Free navigation, leisure school, sports school. During school holidays, windsurfing courses and catamarans for adults and children (from age 7) knowing swimming. From 90 € to 120 € per week, 2 hours a day. Possibility of renting equipment. At the end of the internship, issue of the "Passport".

For over thirty years, the Georget family has been sharing its passion for the circus arts. In addition to the Cirque de Noël shows in December, Cirque Georget offers weekly workshops for young and old alike. From the age of 3, "Baby circus" sessions introduce children to the circus arts while developing their motor skills. Teens and adults are also welcome to discover or perfect their skills in balancing, juggling, trapeze and more. Internships add a magical touch to vacations, while companies can request sessions combining circus and team building. A little flexibility and poetry in a world of brutes?

From May to September, the Nautique water base offers kayaks for hire on time. You will have the choice between climbing the Cher or walking on the lake of the three provinces that it feeds on the edge of Saint-Via. The boats can accommodate between two and four people, so why not take them to paddle to the harbour of Noyer, and observe the locks of the Berry Canal? The water base also rents atvs to enjoy the edge of the Cher.

Tariff: 10 €.

Duration: 1 h.

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Looking for peace and quiet and a change of scenery? Go hiking with Sabrina and Laurent Clamens' donkeys between the castles of Chambord and Cheverny. These can be short, two-hour strolls, or multi-day hikes. The rides are suitable for even the youngest children, as the donkey can carry them if they're tired, and contact with the animals will enrich them. It's an opportunity to discover the forest, at the slow pace of the donkey. Le Monde d'Ossyane, a nature campsite, can welcome you with your dog or cat, on request.

Loire Kayak is a canoe-kayak rental service located in Vineuil, on the banks of the Loire lake. They offer a variety of trips on the Loire, with routes of varying distances and durations. Prices vary according to the trip chosen, and include transport by minibus, all necessary equipment (kayaks, paddles, life jackets) and a watertight canister for day trips, or a watertight canister per person for multi-day trips. They also offer stand-up paddle rental and Canadian canoes and single-seater kayaks for multi-day trips. It is advisable to book in advance and contact the company for shuttle times. Payment can be made by credit card, vacation vouchers or cash.

Reference of the catering courses in Orléans, the School school will celebrate its ten years soon. Each day, a course on a given theme is proposed and orchestrated by a professional chef who sits in one of the good cuisines in and around the city. From the galette from kings to macaroons, from the St. Jacques to the so difficult calf of calf, everything learns at the school of the table. Depending on the personalities of the chiefs, each course and different but ensures the transmission of professional gestures and wise advice. We particularly appreciate the escapades in the world's cuisine. The School of the Table, however, is also workshops of initiation to wine-making. Wine tasting by specialists to discover great wines, whiskies, unknown wines… Private workshops and business events are also available on estimate.

The Association Culture Loisirs Expositions (ACLE) is a non-profit organization based in Fleury-les-Aubrais. Administered by volunteers elected by members, ACLE offers over a dozen artistic, cultural, leisure and sporting activities. Activities include caning, cardboard, sewing, cooking, floral decoration, drawing and painting, framing, mosaics, mulching, porcelain painting, upholstery and knitting. ACLE also offers yoga classes, for which a fee is charged.

The Louet, the longest arm of the Loire, extends over 25 kilometres. The nautical base offers many walks and hikes according to your level and your desires: paddle, kayak or canoe, alone or with others (including children). For the more experienced, descents of one to several days (bivouac) are proposed. A campfire evening on these sandy islands will leave an unforgettable memory. The instructors are very attentive to their clients. To finish in beauty, you can eat at the bar in a relaxed atmosphere.

Is it necessary to be naturally good at cooking? For Claire Lehaye and his Gourmet Workshop, the answer is no! Here, everyone in his place and pedagogy do the rest. The course program proposed throughout the year is very attractive: Asian cuisine, party, vegetarian, seasonal… In order to educate your palaces, reputable wine cellars and oenologists are also invited for sessions on the theme of food and wine agreements, even if whisky, beer or cider are also sometimes honored. Every month, the website will give you the detailed program of celebrations and a simple email or phone call will be enough to register.

All those who love the little queen naturally head for this meeting point - in agreement with the one in Orléans on the Quai Cypierre - which links up with the signposted route along the royal river. The same goes for walks in France's largest state-owned forest, Orléans, as well as in the Sologne and Loir valleys... A daring route for those with stamina: Orléans - Montargis - Châtillon sur Loire - Orléans, the nec plus ultra of Loire circuits.

A unique way to discover Touraine and its most beautiful castles. Allow about three hours (preparations, explanations, one hour of flight, landing...) for this unusual trip. No particular physical fitness is required here. The only requirement is not to be afraid of heights! The competent team of experienced professionals will teach you the basic techniques you need to know before inflating the balloon and flying freely over the architectural treasures and landscapes of the Loire Valley. Children too can enjoy this unique show. An unforgettable moment guaranteed! At the controls : Nicolas Rodier, passionate about ballooning since his youngest age and professional pilot since 1999. He will do his utmost to make this unusual activity an exceptional moment. Travel between sky and earth to discover Touraine in an original and unprecedented way. For a total immersion, take the wheel of the mythical Traction avant Citroën and return to your base after a journey with the flavours of yesteryear (about 700 euros). If you're wiser, take the week ticket, with a three-hour flight over the superb landscapes of Touraine. A jump into the green countryside, and a breathtaking view of the Loire castles! And look no further for accommodation: here, we take care of everything, including your overnight stay in addition to your flight. With more than 15 years of experience, Balloon Revolution EvenementCiel will make you live a great experience in its company!

GLISSEO, an impressive sports complex offering a wide range of activities in Cholet. With its 9 pools and ^1900m2 of water, the swimming pool can accommodate 1150 people simultaneously. The ice rinks cover ^2500m2 of ice for 1700 people. The Gliss'Bar, reserved for skaters, is a real plus. Its fitness area includes a complete wellness area with saunas, hammam, cold bath and relaxation room. With a quality infrastructure that will delight athletes and water-lovers alike, it's the perfect place to have fun and recharge your batteries, whether with family or friends.