CASTLE AND GARDENS OF VILLANDRY
Renaissance castle, on a platform surrounded by a moat, with gardens with ...Read more
ROYAL CASTLE OF AMBOISE
Castle being the first royal residence in France, houses the Chapel of ...Read more
CHAMBORD CASTLE
This castle is a jewel of architecture and nature, born from the dream of ...Read more
ROYAL CASTLE OF BLOIS
Castle presenting a panorama of the art and history of the castles of the ...Read more
NATIONAL DOMAIN OF THE CHÂTEAU D'ANGERS
13th century fortress with various medieval buildings and gardens in AngersRead more
AZAY-LE-RIDEAU CASTLE
The castle of Azay-le-Rideau has one of the first straight staircases built ...Read more
CATERPILLAR CASTLE
This castle owes its fame above all to Diane de Poitiers, mistress of King ...Read more
CHEVERNY CASTLE
This magnificent estate has been linked to the same family, the Hurault de ...Read more
CLOS LUCÉ CASTLE - LEONARDO DA VINCI PARK
Castle with landscaped garden which was a residence of pleasure of the ...Read more
THE CHARLEMAGNE TOWER
Read more248 steps to climb: you have to deserve the panoramic view of the city thanks to the guided tours. In the past, the Charlemagne Tower was located on top of the northern arm of the transept of the medieval collegiate church dedicated to Saint Martin. The collegiate church has disappeared, only the clock tower and this one remain. Closed in 1972, it is again open to visitors. The summit (48 metres high) offers a breathtaking view of the old town of Tours, and you can add the option of an aerial visit in summer for an unforgettable moment in the heart of Tours.
CASTLE AND APOTHECARY'S OF BAUGÉ
Read moreThis historic site is made up of two distinct parts only a few dozen metres apart: a castle and a hospital with a magnificent apothecary. The first was, in the 15th century, the hunting lodge of King René who had it built on the ruins of the 11th century. Enter the place of pleasure of the Good King and meet the various characters who have marked the history of this domain and the region. A projection, followed by a show, presents chivalry and courtly love as practiced by the members of the Anjou dynasty. King René's bedroom, the star room of the visit, has been reconstructed from period documents.
As for the Hôtel-Dieu, it refers to the exceptional 17th century hospital complex, which was in operation until 2001. Note that it is only accessible with a guide. Through the exhibition in the large sick room, you will learn more about medicine at the time of Louis XIV. The visit ends with a visit to the admirable apothecary: 650 jars, flasks and other containers welcome you to this pharmacy dating from 1675, still filled with the products of yesteryear and a true testimony to a crucial period in the development of medicine. Don't miss the baroque chapel with its double choir, as well as part of the conventual buildings. To make the most of these places, theatrical tours rich in twists and turns are regularly scheduled.
BUSSIÈRE CASTLE
Château des Pêcheurs with park, vegetable garden, Espace Game and Garden ...Read more
CABIN-IN-A-BEDROOM COMPLEX
The estate is animated throughout the year by various events such as ...Read more
CASTLE OF USSÉ
The atypical Château d'Ussé, transformed into a pleasure residence, ...Read more
BRISSAC CASTLE
Brissac, of both medieval and Renaissance style, is the highest castle in ...Read more
SULLY-SUR-LOIRE CASTLE
Castle surrounded by a park and bordered by the Loire River, its ...Read more
CASTLE OF MONTSOREAU-MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART
Built around 1450 in the bed of the Loire, this first Renaissance castle in ...Read more
MONTREUIL-BELLAY CASTLE
Castle full of history with ramparts, fresco, medieval kitchen, stairs, ...Read more
THE FORTRESS OF MONTBAZON
This keep stands on a steep mound and is France's oldest surviving feudal ...Read more
FIELD OF EXPERTISE
Candé is one of the most prestigious estates in the Indre valley, boasting ...Read more