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This intimate and exclusive small-group guided tour is the ideal way to experience Loire Valley Châteaux because it guarantees that you will have your guide's full attention.
Depending on your request, this tour can be given in English, French, German, Italian or Spanish.
Loire Valley Châteaux
UNESCO has designated the Loire Valley as World Heritage Sites, which is a great reason to visit this area of central France. Loire Valley is known for its beautiful landscapes and historical sites. It is also known for its ancient architecture and the 300 chateaux that are scattered across the area.
One of the most famous chateaux in the Loire Valley is Chambord. This chateau was originally built by King Francis I in 1519. This castle was never fully finished and was used for a wide variety of purposes. Chambord was never intended to be a permanent residence, but rather to impress foreign dignitaries. During the early centuries, Chambord was used by French kings for hunting and as a getaway. It is also home to the liqueur Chambord, which is made from the red deer that are found in the area.
Another famous Loire Valley chateau is Chateau d'Azay-le-Rideau, which was originally built as a fortress during the 12th century. It is located in the town of the same name on an island in the middle of the Indre river. It was built on the site of a feudal castle that was destroyed during the Hundred Years War. Today, Chateau d'Azay-le-Rideau is known for its romantic beauty and renaissance architecture.
The Loire Valley is also home to the famous Leonardo da Vinci's chateau, which is located in Amboise. He lived here for a while, and many people believe that he helped design the original chateau. After he died, it was rebuilt several times. Today, the chateau is considered a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The Loire Valley is the home of many famous French luminaries, such as Leonardo da Vinci. It is also the home of many historical towns. Some of these towns, such as Saumur, are the center of sparkling wine production in the Loire Valley. The local grape varieties in the Loire Valley include Chenin Blanc, Cabernet Franc, and Sauvignon Blanc. The Loire Valley produces the most sparkling wine of any region outside of Champagne.
Another great place to visit in the Loire Valley is Chateau de Chaumont. This chateau features a great view of the Loire River. There is also a museum here, which includes an incredible model farm and wine cellars dating back to the 14th century. It has a fascinating history and beautiful architecture. This is one of the few Loire Valley chateaux that has remained privately owned.
The Loire Valley is also home of many famous castles. Chateau de Chambord is the largest and most famous of the region's castles. This chateau is located in the Touraine district of the Loire. It is home to a 13,000-acre wooded park surrounding the castle. It is also home to one of the region's most famous goat cheeses, Valencay. The top of the goat cheese was once sliced off with a sword.
Chateau de Brissac is another chateau that has been in the same family for over two centuries. It is also home to the Herge Foundation, which has built a permanent exhibition at the chateau. The chateau is also the inspiration for the Marlinspike Hall in the Tintin comic book series.
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