Tourism
Discover the Centre Val de Loire Region
The Loire Valley
Culture, Gastronomy and Nature
A land of kings and poets, the Loire Valley boasts an exceptionally rich heritage.
With its châteaux, vineyards and timelessly charming villages , it's the perfect place for a getaway combining culture, nature and gastronomy.
Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this emblematic valley offers an enchanting interlude.
Welcome to the Centre Val de Loire!
The Rabelais Museum
The Rabelais Museum
Discover La maison des champs
The Rabelais Museum
At La Deviniè;re, nicknamed the "house in the fields", Rabelais' birthplace, you can immerse yourself in the history of the writer and his work. The 15th-century dwelling, surrounded by troglodyte cellars, houses rare collections, engravings and portraits.
It's a place not to be missed, and one that inspired Rabelais when he wrote Gargantua.
The Royal Fortress of Chinon
The Royal Fortress of Chinon
Journey to the heart of Touraine in the Middle Ages
Perched on its rocky spur, the Royal Fortress of Chinon has watched over the Vienne valley for almost a thousand years. The site has been the scene of many encounters, including that between Joan of Arc and Charles VII. The fortress invites you on a journey to the heart of the Middle Ages, with spectacular panoramic views and an immersion in the history of the kingdom of France.
The châteaux of the Loire
The châteaux of the Loire
An exceptional heritage
In the heart of the Loire Valley, a number of exceptional châteaux reveal their treasures of architecture and history. Witnesses to the history of France, these residences offer visitors a journey through the history of France, from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance. Just a few kilometres from the Château, you can admire such jewels as the Château d'Azay-le-Rideau, Langeais, Villandry and Ussé.
Walks and hikes
Walks and hikes
Discover the nature of Chinon
Around Château Coudray Montpensier, nature reveals itself as you follow the trails. Whether you take the Quincampoix wash-house trail, the panoramic views from the northern path or the historic paths of the Picrocholine wars, each route is an invitation to discover. For those who enjoy an unusual experience, take to the skies in a hot-air balloon to fly over the rolling countryside of Chinon.
