Central France - Loire Valley travel

Discover or rediscover the châteaux: Chambord, majestic and elegant, the largest of them all, with its 440 rooms and 282 chimneys; Chenonceaux, with its many arches overlooking the Cher; the jewel of Azay-le-Rideau. Experience the wild landscapes of Sologne or soak up the greenery of the Brenne Regional Nature Park, try to spot freshwater turtles, purple herons and black-necked grebes. Take the waters at La Roche-Posay. Stroll through the medieval streets of Chinon, wander the alleys of Blois, and discover Bourges Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Savouring green lentils in Berry, a crottin in Chavignol, or a Tarte Tatin in Lamotte-Beuvron, right where they originated. Drift off to sleep like a guest of a château owner, in a charming hotel set at the water’s edge. Discover all our travel inspiration in the centre of France and the Loire Valley. Read more