Top 10 best chateaux to visit in the Loire Valley of France | Loire Valley Castles
The Loire Valley in France has an amazing concentration of some of the most beautiful castles in the world. There are more than 2,000 chateaux in the Loire Valley, but we have selected our favorite 10 Loire Valley chateaux to visit. Each of the castles is distinct and has something unique to offer. Whether you want to prepare for an upcoming trip in the Loire Valley in France and are wondering what are the things to see in the Loire Valley or what are the tings to do in the Loire Valley or you just want to learn more about the Loire Valley chateaux, this video includes lots of tips and anecdotes about the chateaux of the Loire Valley. Most castles of the Loire Valley have a renaissance style. But the Loire Valley also has some medieval castles and medieval fortresses with moats and keeps.
It features the Chateau of Chambord, the chateau of Chenonceau, the chateau and gardens of Villandry, the chateau of Cheverny, he chateau of Azay-Le-Rideau, the Royal chateau of Blois, the chateau of Amboise with a cameo of Leonardo Da Vinci's chateau of Clos-Lucé, Sleeping Beauty's chateau of Ussé, the chateau of Valançay, and the medieval castle of Sully sur Loire. We didn't have enough room for the chateau of Chaumont or the castle of Chinon, but these are also great castles to visit in the Loire Valley.
Music in the order of appearance:
Chateau of Chambord: Baroque Coffee House by Doug Maxwell, Media Right Productions
Chateau of Chenonceau: Gymnopedie N°1 by Erik Satie
Chateau of Villandry: English Country Garden
Marxist Arrow by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (
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Chateau of Cheverny:
Carol Of The Bells by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (
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Chateau of Azay-Le-Rideau: Waltz of the flowers by Piotr Ilitch Tchaïkovski
Royal Chateau of Blois:
Renaissance by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (
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Chateau of Amboise: Nemesis by Albis
Chateau of Ussé: Invitation to the Castle Ball
Chateau of Valençay: Midsummer Night's Dream by Félix Mendelssohn
Medieval castle of Sully sur Loire: Renaissance Castle by Doug Maxwell, Media Right Productions
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Par It is a derivative work of Ra-smit's photo. — Image:Chateau_de_Chenonceau_2008.jpg, GFDL,
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There are many reasons to visit a French chateau.
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You could pretend you're a character in a fairy tale for a day, part of a cast of knights-in-armor and ladies-in-waiting or retrace the steps and lay your head where nobility once did.
You could have lunch, learn about French medieval architecture and tour a wine estate or play a round of golf on castle grounds. You can even go truffle hunting, then dine in the chateau's Michelin-starred restaurant or take a dip in France's top-rated indoor pool before turning in for the night in your 900-year-old bedroom with a vaulted and timber ceiling.
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0:47 - 1:09 : Château de Villandry, les plus beaux jardins des châteaux de la Loire
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1:30 - 1:50 Château du Rivau, une parenthèse enchantée en Loire
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2:50 - 3:17 : Château de Chaumont-sur-Loire, végétaux et art contemporain en Loire
3:17 - 3:35 : Château de Saumur, le plus majestueux des châteaux de la Loire
3:35 - 3:54 : Château de Cheverny, le château de Moulinsart
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Notre guide des 10 plus beaux châteaux de la Loire - Chambord, Chenonceau et châteaux moins connus
La vallée de la Loire a une concentration de châteaux parmi les plus beaux au monde. Il y a plus de 2.000 châteaux dans la vallée de la Loire, mais nous avons sélectionné nos dix châteaux préférés à visiter. Ces châteaux sont tous très différents et ont quelque chose d’unique à offrir. Et en plus, la plupart des châteaux de la Loire sont à moins de deux heures de Paris et constituent une destination parfaite pour un long week-end ou des vacances en France.
Que vous vouliez préparer votre visite des châteaux de la Loire et vous demandiez ce qu’il y a à voir dans la vallée de la Loire ou que vous vouliez juste vous éduquer sur ces châteaux, cette vidéo inclue beaucoup de conseils et d’anecdotes sur ces dix châteaux. La plupart des châteaux de la Loire ont été construits pendant la Renaissance et sont donc du style Renaissance de cette époque. Mais certains châteaux de la Loire sont encore de style médiéval avec les douves et les donjons typiques des châteaux forts.
Cette vidéo inclut les châteaux de la Loire les plus connus comme le château de Chambord, joyau de la Renaissance bâti par François 1er, le château de Chenonceau, bâti sur un pont au-dessus du Cher, le château et les jardins de Villandry, le château de Cheverny qui a inspiré Hergé pour son château de Moulinsart, le château d’Azay-le-Rideau, le château royal de Blois, le château d’Amboise avec son petit voisin du Clos-Lucé. Mais cette vidéo inclue aussi des châteaux moins connus et hors des sentiers battus comme le château d’Ussé qui a inspiré Charles Perrault et Walt Disney pour le château de la Belle aux Bois Dormants, le château de Valençay, château de Talleyrand et la forteresse médiévale de Sully-sur-Loire. Nous n’avions pas assez de place pour inclure le château de Chaumont sur Loire ou le château de Chinon, mais ce sont aussi des châteaux de la Loire qui vaillent la visite.
Musique dans l’ordre d’apparition :
- Château de Chambord : Baroque Coffee House par Doug Maxwell, Media Right Productions
- Château de Chenonceau : Gymnopedie N°1 par Erik Satie
- Château de Villandry : English Country Garden Marxist Arrow par Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license ( Artist:
- Château de Cheverny: Carol Of The Bells par Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license ( Artist:
- Château d’Azay-Le-Rideau: Waltz of the flowers par Piotr Ilitch Tchaïkovski
- Château Royal de Blois: Renaissance par Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license ( Artist:
- Château d’Amboise: Nemesis par Albis
- Château d’Ussé: Invitation to the Castle Ball
- Château de Valençay: Midsummer Night's Dream par Félix Mendelssohn
- Château médiéval de Sully-sur-Loire: Renaissance Castle par Doug Maxwell, Media Right Productions
Photo de la vignette : Par It is a derivative work of Ra-smit's photo. — Image:Chateau_de_Chenonceau_2008.jpg, GFDL,
Visit Loire Valley - 5 Things to Love & Hate about The Loire Valley, France
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TOP 5 DES PLUS BEAUX CHÂTEAUX DE LA LOIRE - FRANCE
Voici notre classement des 5 meilleurs châteaux de la Loire !
Il est conseillé de réserver en ligne les billets à l'avance pour chaque visite afin d'éviter de perdre du temps sur place.
Il faut compter entre 10€ et 15€ pour une entrée et des tarifs réduits sont parfois appliqués pour les étudiants.
En moyenne, nous avons passé entre 1h30 et 3h dans les châteaux (pour visiter l'extérieur et l'intérieur) mais l'idéal est de compter une demie journée par visite.
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Châteaux of the Loire Valley
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Chenonceau 1:08
Amboise 5:00
Chambord 8:54
Cheverny 14:15
Azay 16:12
Chinon 18:29
Blois 22:11
Tours 27:17
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The world's most famous collection of palaces is in the Loire Valley outside of Paris in France. It is a UNESCO World Heritage area and it has dozens of beautiful mansions that you can explore. We will bring you to the very best with some tips for your visit.
Chenonceau 1:08
Chenonceau is the most-visited château of the Loire Valley, France, and is the only one built across a river.
Chenanceau is most famous for its setting across the river. It’s as if the building formed a sort of island or ship moored in the rapidly running Cher River, which joins with the Loire River a few miles away. Our series about the châteaux of the Loire is also bringing you to Amboise, Chambord, Cheverny, Azay and Blois and a few other places, with our home base in the city of Tours.
Amboise 5:00
Amboise, in the Loire Valley, France, has two châteaux and a charming old town with souvenir shops and some excellent restaurants in a pedestrian.
Visit both the big castle and Clos Lucé, most famous as the final home of Leonardo da Vinci. You actually get to walk through Leonardo’s bedroom and his study, you can see the desk that he sat at – it’s really quite inspiring. Leonardo was already over 60 years old when he left Italy in 1516 to relocate to the château where he was supported in fine style by the king of France.
Amboise is famous for the grand château that was once the home of the French royal court. Francis the First was succeeded by his son Henry II who was succeeded by his son Francis the second, and he brought his young bride Mary Stuart, the Queen of the Scots, to the château.
Chambord 8:54
Chambord is the finest of all the châteaux in the Loire, France, and the largest.
The château to end all châteaux, a masterpiece, perhaps the greatest architectural triumph the French Renaissance ever created.
This is a dream place to visit, 156 meters long, 117 wide and 56 meters tall with 426 rooms, 77 staircases, 282 fireplaces, more than 800 sculpted columns and with massive towers at each corner. It's second in size only to the Château of Versailles, making this one of the great national monuments of the country.
The first thing you'll see inside is one of the main architectural highlights, a spectacular double spiral staircase – it's the centerpiece of the château. It forms a double helix with two intertwined flights of steps ascending three floors, without ever meeting.
Cheverny 14:15
Château Cheverny is another top tourist attraction of the Loire, renowned for magnificent interiors and its dog kennels.
In the past the château was a homelike and peaceful abode for many centuries, protected from the world beyond.
Amazingly, the château owners are descendants of the same family who originally built it in the early 17th century.
One hundred dogs live at Cheverny, so be sure to have a look at them. They can be seen all day during your visit.
Azay-le-Rideau 16:12
We’re at the Château of Azay-le-Rideau, which is one of the beautiful châteaux of the Loire Valley. There are half a dozen major castles that you want to be sure to get a look at, and certainly Azay is one of those. The setting is spectacular – the gardens around it are beautiful and there's a moat formed by a small river that surrounds most of the château, so when you visit here you want to be sure not only to see the interior but to walk around, all around the outside.
Chinon 18:29
Driving through the main shopping lane of the historic town of Chinon, in the Loire, France, gives us a quick preview of the lanes in which we'll soon be taking a little walk. It's primarily a pedestrian zone but our tour van has permission to bring us in here and then drop us off – very convenient for us
Blois 22:11
The French city of Blois in the Loire Valley has one of the largest and most interesting of the châteaux of the Loire Valley, built up in a variety of architectural styles over its 700 year period. It was home to many of the kings and queens of France. And there is also a very friendly pedestrian center to the town.
Because so many powerful kings lived here and were associated with the château, it was built up over the centuries in a variety of architectural styles. This one building exhibits the medieval and the Renaissance and then the French classic style later of François Mansart.
Tours 27:17
You’ll find the city of Tours is a very good home base for staying a few days, and from here you can easily explore the Loire Valley, and visit the many illustrious Château that are in the region. Most of the major attractions are within 30 to 40 minutes away from Tours – it's very convenient either by train or by private Tours company.
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Château des Marais, Chambord, The Loire Valley
Perfectly located for visiting Château de Chambord, exploring the Loire River and for cycling holidays, this spacious campsite offers a relaxing holiday in the Loire region, with lots to see and do.
Couples or families seeking camping holidays in France will not be disappointed by this impressive campsite, set in the grounds of an old manor house.
Not only does the campsite boast excellent facilities but it also serves as a great base for exploring the Loire region.
The Loire Valley is one of France's most famous regions: a lush green land of gently undulating countryside with rich vineyards, charming towns and magnificent châteaux reflected in peaceful waterways. No wonder it's one of our most popular destinations for camping.
Loire Valley towns are full of history and character and as you wander through meandering cobbled streets, marvel at the extravagant design of royal residences, or take a bite of local cheese, you'll be beguiled by the treasures of past and present.
Lovely Loire Valley: Discovering the Charming Châteaux, Vineyards, & Villages of France's Heartland
The Loire Valley is a picturesque region in central France that is known for its stunning châteaux, rolling hills, and world-renowned vineyards. It sits along the Loire River and spans over 200 miles from Sully-sur-Loire in the east to Nantes in the west.
The Loire Valley is home to more than 300 châteaux, many of which date back to the Renaissance and offer fascinating insights into France's rich cultural history. Famous châteaux in the region include the stunning Château de Chenonceau, nicknamed the Ladies' Castle due to the important women who have lived there over the centuries, as well as the Château de Chambord, which is one of the largest châteaux in the region and boasts a stunning double-helix staircase designed by Leonardo da Vinci.
Beyond its châteaux, the Loire Valley is also known for its picturesque vineyards and world-class wines. The region is known as the Garden of France due to its rich agricultural heritage, and produces a wide variety of wines, including Sancerre, Muscadet, and Chinon.
Visitors to the Loire Valley can enjoy a range of activities, including cycling along the Loire River, exploring charming medieval towns like Amboise and Saumur, and tasting delicious local cheeses and wines. Overall, the Loire Valley is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in France's rich cultural heritage, stunning architecture, and delicious food and wine.
Amboise - What to See & Do in Amboise, France
Where did Leonardo da Vinci spend the last years of his life? Why in Amboise, France. This incredible city on the Loire River is a must see for anyone wanting to visit the best area for French Chateaux. The Chateaux of Amboise has incredible views, the tomb of Leonardo, and period pieces throughout. The Château du Clos Lucé has an incredible collection of Leonardo da Vinci's works. The city also has an incredible food scene and easy access to a number of chateaux in the Loire Valley.
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The Château de Chambord at Chambord, Loir-et-Cher, France, is one of the most recognisable châteaux in the world because of its very distinctive French Renaissance architecture which blends traditional French medieval forms with classical Renaissance structures.
The building, which was never completed, was constructed by King Francis I of France.
Chambord is the largest château in the Loire Valley; it was built to serve as a hunting lodge for Francis I, who maintained his royal residences at the châteaux of Blois and Amboise.
The original design of the Château de Chambord is attributed, though with some doubt, to Domenico da Cortona; Leonardo da Vinci may also have been involved.
Chambord was altered considerably during the twenty-eight years of its construction (1519–1547), during which it was overseen on-site by Pierre Nepveu.
With the château nearing completion, Francis showed off his enormous symbol of wealth and power by hosting his old archrival, Emperor Charles V, at Chambord.
Châteaux in the 16th-century departed from castle architecture; while they were off-shoots of castles, with features commonly associated with them, they did not have serious defences.
Extensive gardens and water features, such as a moat, were common amongst châteaux from this period.
Chambord is no exception to this pattern.
The layout is reminiscent of a typical castle with a keep, corner towers, and defended by a moat.
Built in Renaissance style, the internal layout is an early example of the French and Italian style of grouping rooms into self-contained suites, a departure from the medieval style of corridor rooms.
The massive château is composed of a central keep with four immense bastion towers at the corners.
The keep also forms part of the front wall of a larger compound with two more large towers.
Bases for a possible further two towers are found at the rear, but these were never developed, and remain the same height as the wall.
The château features 440 rooms, 282 fireplaces, and 84 staircases.
Four rectangular vaulted hallways on each floor form a cross-shape.
In 1792, in the wake of the French Revolution, some of the furnishings were sold and timber removed.
For a time the building was left abandoned, though in the 19th century some attempts were made at restoration.
During the Second World War, art works from the collections of the Louvre and the Château de Compiègne were moved to the Château de Chambord.
The château is now open to the public, receiving 700,000 visitors in 2007.
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06:23 Loire River history
10:00 Amboise
11:30 Clos-Lucé
13:59 Chenonceau
16:26 Dinner in Amboise
19:09 Cheverny
21:56 Villandry
Chateaux de la Loire: Cheverny (France)
Explore the stunning Chateaux de la Loire in Cheverny, France. This video takes you on a virtual tour of this beautiful French castle and its grounds.
A stroll through the Castle of Cheverny. As well on the outside as also inside the castle.
Shot with a gopro on a stabilisator.
Travel, visit and hike in France with vorgewandert - the ego-shooter-style travel channel.
Chateaux de la Loire: Cheverny (France)
Top 10 Places To Visit In France
Welcome to the Top 10 Places to Visit in France! From the iconic Eiffel Tower in Paris to the stunning beaches of the French Riviera, there are so many amazing places to explore. In this video, we’ll be taking a look at the top 10 places to visit in France.
Photo Credits:
Image Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France
Image French Riviera, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France
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Image Eiffel Tower, Paris, France
Image Bordeaux, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France
Image Nice, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France
Image Strasbourg, Grand Est, France
Image Palace of Versailles, Yvelines, France
Image Château de Chambord, Loir-et-Cher, France
Image Mont Saint-Michel, Normandy, France
Image Loire Valley, Centre-Val de Loire, France
Tourisme en Vallée du Loir
La Vallée du Loir en Anjou : ses paysages exceptionnels, ses activités natures, ses sites de visites incontournables et ses événements à ne pas manquer. Une destination à découvrir en famille ou en entre amis.