Visit Loire Valley - 5 Things to Love & Hate about The Loire Valley, France
The Loire Valley with it's numerous chateaux is a wonder to behold. The quaint towns, hidden palaces, miles of biking, rivers and farm homes to visit really make Loire one of the best places to visit in France.
This video covers the best and worst of visiting the Loire Valley in France.
Filmed in The Loire Valley, France
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Visit Charming and Historic Amboise, France
Come and wander historic Amboise and the beautiful château here, and learn some of its history.
NOTE: Francois II was the son of Henry II and CATHERINE de Medici (Not Marie). Not sure how I messed up those names, sorry! 🙏
Definitely do not miss this beautiful spot if you're planning a Loire Valley trip! We fell in love with the area around Amboise as well, and we'll be sharing all the stops we visited in our Loire Valley playlist. Hopefully this will inspire YOU to visit these amazing places and learn their history as well!
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AUTUMN ROAD TRIP IN THE LOIRE VALLEY: Chateau Chenonceau, Amboise, Saumur | BEST PLACES IN FRANCE
🏰A walk in the french country side - beautiful drive in a fairytale landscape!👑
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I finally found some time to finish my vlog about a trip we took in the french countryside last October 2021 during the fall season in France. 🇫🇷 I know it's been a while! How have you been? I'm sorry I got busy with travel and sometimes I just couldn't focus on editing! 😬
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🏰I have never heard about the Loire Valley before but now that I've seen it for a couple of days I absolutely want to go back!
🔝I'm sure it's on the top list of things to see and do in France.
The Loire Valley is one of the most visited locations in France just 2-3 hours away from Paris.
🗺It is located in the regions of the Centre-Val-de-Loire and Pays-de-la-Loire.
It is also referred to as the Garden of France for the abundance of vineyards and fruit orchards - an excellent place for wine tours and gastronomic adventures.
🏆No wonder the whole valley is a UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE.
🚗We had an enchanting roadtrip in the Loire Valley as it is filled with amazing scenery from vineyards to medieval towns, beautiful vilages, and magnificent chateaus.
🏰We went to three chateaus:
Chateau de Chenonceau,
Chateau Royal d'Amboise,
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Chateau de Saumur.
🚂The valley is well connected by trains and buses and you can choose your itinerary since there are about 300 chateaus in here.
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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.
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France Travel - The Loire Valley: Chenanceau, Amboise and Clos Lucé
On April 23, 2012 I had an out-of-town excursion planned: a train trip to the historic city of Tours, which is located right in the heart of the scenic Loire Valley. I got to Tours at 9:45 am, walked into the Tourism Office and booked a Loire Valley tour in the afternoon. For 28 Euros I was going to visit three different castles in the famous valley.
By 1:30 pm our minibus left and a small group of tourists got whisked by a friendly driver from the Saint-Eloi tour company to the first famous castle: the Château de Chenanceau, a gorgeous castle that spans the Cher River, a tributary of the Loire. The current castle was built in the French Renaissance style in the 1500s. Famous aristocrats are connected to this chateau: Francis I, King of France, who seized the castle from the previous owner for unpaid debts; Diane de Poitiers, the powerful mistress of the castle; and Catherine de Medici, the wife of King Henry II. With its mix of late Gothic and early Renaissance architecture and its stunning interior, Chenanceau is the most visited castle in France, after Versailles.
The second stop on my April 23, 2012 tour of the Loire Valley was the Château d'Amboise, located in a strategic position on an outcropping above the Loire River. Charles VII of France took the castle over in 1431 and from that point forward, this castle become a favourite among the French kings. In the late 1400s, Italian architects were brought in to modernize the castle. Leonardo da Vinci came to the Château d'Amboise in 1515 and worked in a nearby mansion, Clos Lucé, which was connected with the castle via an underground tunnel. The Chapel of Saint-Hubert, next to the chateau, is the last resting place of Leonardo da Vinci. After visiting the impressive castle with its gorgeous views, I descended into the village of Amboise which is very quaint with its medieval layout and narrow streets. Amboise contains many half-timbered houses that hold many of the local stores.
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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France Travel - The Loire Valley: Chenanceau, Amboise and Clos Lucé
On April 23, 2012 I had an out-of-town excursion planned: a train trip to the historic city of Tours, which is located right in the heart of the scenic Loire Valley. I got to Tours at 9:45 am, walked into the Tourism Office and booked a Loire Valley tour in the afternoon. For 28 Euros I was going to visit three different castles in the famous valley.
By 1:30 pm our minibus left and a small group of tourists got whisked by a friendly driver from the Saint-Eloi tour company to the first famous castle: the Château de Chenanceau, a gorgeous castle that spans the Cher River, a tributary of the Loire. The current castle was built in the French Renaissance style in the 1500s. Famous aristocrats are connected to this chateau: Francis I, King of France, who seized the castle from the previous owner for unpaid debts; Diane de Poitiers, the powerful mistress of the castle; and Catherine de Medici, the wife of King Henry II. With its mix of late Gothic and early Renaissance architecture and its stunning interior, Chenanceau is the most visited castle in France, after Versailles.
The second stop on my April 23, 2012 tour of the Loire Valley was the Château d'Amboise, located in a strategic position on an outcropping above the Loire River. Charles VII of France took the castle over in 1431 and from that point forward, this castle become a favourite among the French kings. In the late 1400s, Italian architects were brought in to modernize the castle. Leonardo da Vinci came to the Château d'Amboise in 1515 and worked in a nearby mansion, Clos Lucé, which was connected with the castle via an underground tunnel. The Chapel of Saint-Hubert, next to the chateau, is the last resting place of Leonardo da Vinci. After visiting the impressive castle with its gorgeous views, I descended into the village of Amboise which is very quaint with its medieval layout and narrow streets. Amboise contains many half-timbered houses that hold many of the local stores.
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Heading to France to see the chateaux in the Loire Valley and wanting to be prepared for your visit? This video talks about transportation around the Loire Valley, how to decide which chateaux to visit and other general travel tips for getting the most out of your French visit to The Loire Valley.
Filmed at the Chateau Chenanceu in the Loire Valley, France
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France Travel - The Loire Valley: Chenanceau, Amboise and Clos Lucé
On April 23, 2012 I had an out-of-town excursion planned: a train trip to the historic city of Tours, which is located right in the heart of the scenic Loire Valley. I got to Tours at 9:45 am, walked into the Tourism Office and booked a Loire Valley tour in the afternoon. For 28 Euros I was going to visit three different castles in the famous valley.
By 1:30 pm our minibus left and a small group of tourists got whisked by a friendly driver from the Saint-Eloi tour company to the first famous castle: the Château de Chenanceau, a gorgeous castle that spans the Cher River, a tributary of the Loire. The current castle was built in the French Renaissance style in the 1500s. Famous aristocrats are connected to this chateau: Francis I, King of France, who seized the castle from the previous owner for unpaid debts; Diane de Poitiers, the powerful mistress of the castle; and Catherine de Medici, the wife of King Henry II. With its mix of late Gothic and early Renaissance architecture and its stunning interior, Chenanceau is the most visited castle in France, after Versailles.
The second stop on my April 23, 2012 tour of the Loire Valley was the Château d'Amboise, located in a strategic position on an outcropping above the Loire River. Charles VII of France took the castle over in 1431 and from that point forward, this castle become a favourite among the French kings. In the late 1400s, Italian architects were brought in to modernize the castle. Leonardo da Vinci came to the Château d'Amboise in 1515 and worked in a nearby mansion, Clos Lucé, which was connected with the castle via an underground tunnel. The Chapel of Saint-Hubert, next to the chateau, is the last resting place of Leonardo da Vinci. After visiting the impressive castle with its gorgeous views, I descended into the village of Amboise which is very quaint with its medieval layout and narrow streets. Amboise contains many half-timbered houses that hold many of the local stores.
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The architectural heritage in the valley's historic towns is notable, especially its châteaux, such as the Château de Montsoreau, Château d'Amboise, Château d'Azay-le-Rideau, Château de Chambord, Château de Chinon, Château du Rivau, Château d'Ussé, Château de Villandry and Chenonceau. The châteaux, numbering more than three hundred, represent a nation of builders starting with the necessary castle fortifications in the 10th century to the splendour of those built half a millennium later.
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France Travel - The Loire Valley: Chenanceau, Amboise and Clos Lucé
On April 23, 2012 I had an out-of-town excursion planned: a train trip to the historic city of Tours, which is located right in the heart of the scenic Loire Valley. I got to Tours at 9:45 am, walked into the Tourism Office and booked a Loire Valley tour in the afternoon. For 28 Euros I was going to visit three different castles in the famous valley.
By 1:30 pm our minibus left and a small group of tourists got whisked by a friendly driver from the Saint-Eloi tour company to the first famous castle: the Château de Chenanceau, a gorgeous castle that spans the Cher River, a tributary of the Loire. The current castle was built in the French Renaissance style in the 1500s. Famous aristocrats are connected to this chateau: Francis I, King of France, who seized the castle from the previous owner for unpaid debts; Diane de Poitiers, the powerful mistress of the castle; and Catherine de Medici, the wife of King Henry II. With its mix of late Gothic and early Renaissance architecture and its stunning interior, Chenanceau is the most visited castle in France, after Versailles.
The second stop on my April 23, 2012 tour of the Loire Valley was the Château d'Amboise, located in a strategic position on an outcropping above the Loire River. Charles VII of France took the castle over in 1431 and from that point forward, this castle become a favourite among the French kings. In the late 1400s, Italian architects were brought in to modernize the castle. Leonardo da Vinci came to the Château d'Amboise in 1515 and worked in a nearby mansion, Clos Lucé, which was connected with the castle via an underground tunnel. The Chapel of Saint-Hubert, next to the chateau, is the last resting place of Leonardo da Vinci. After visiting the impressive castle with its gorgeous views, I descended into the village of Amboise which is very quaint with its medieval layout and narrow streets. Amboise contains many half-timbered houses that hold many of the local stores.
France Travel - The Loire Valley: Chenanceau, Amboise and Clos Lucé
On April 23, 2012 I had an out-of-town excursion planned: a train trip to the historic city of Tours, which is located right in the heart of the scenic Loire Valley. I got to Tours at 9:45 am, walked into the Tourism Office and booked a Loire Valley tour in the afternoon. For 28 Euros I was going to visit three different castles in the famous valley.
By 1:30 pm our minibus left and a small group of tourists got whisked by a friendly driver from the Saint-Eloi tour company to the first famous castle: the Château de Chenanceau, a gorgeous castle that spans the Cher River, a tributary of the Loire. The current castle was built in the French Renaissance style in the 1500s. Famous aristocrats are connected to this chateau: Francis I, King of France, who seized the castle from the previous owner for unpaid debts; Diane de Poitiers, the powerful mistress of the castle; and Catherine de Medici, the wife of King Henry II. With its mix of late Gothic and early Renaissance architecture and its stunning interior, Chenanceau is the most visited castle in France, after Versailles.
The second stop on my April 23, 2012 tour of the Loire Valley was the Château d'Amboise, located in a strategic position on an outcropping above the Loire River. Charles VII of France took the castle over in 1431 and from that point forward, this castle become a favourite among the French kings. In the late 1400s, Italian architects were brought in to modernize the castle. Leonardo da Vinci came to the Château d'Amboise in 1515 and worked in a nearby mansion, Clos Lucé, which was connected with the castle via an underground tunnel. The Chapel of Saint-Hubert, next to the chateau, is the last resting place of Leonardo da Vinci. After visiting the impressive castle with its gorgeous views, I descended into the village of Amboise which is very quaint with its medieval layout and narrow streets. Amboise contains many half-timbered houses that hold many of the local stores.
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The Best of the Loire Valley
Inbetween Paris and Bordeaux, lies the Loire Valley. Join Sam Garza as he spends seven days exploring this beautiful part of France. Sam will take you to several historical châteaux and he will provide you with the history of each beautiful palace. Visit Le Cave du Pere Auguste winery and wine shops to taste some amazing local wines.
Explore the city of Amboise and visit the gravesite of the Italian Master, Leonardo de Vinci. Finally, join Sam in the small town of Chinon and see where Joan of Arc visited the French King to plea for his help several centuries ago.
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Chenonceau 1:08
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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.
LOIRE VALLEY ULTIMATE TRAVEL GUIDE & TIPS - Where to Eat, Visit and Things to Do
Visiting France? You MUST visit the LOIRE VALLEY. I take you on a Loire Valley tour incl hotspots like CHINON, RICHELIEU, CEAUX EN LOUDUN - with FRENCH KARAOKE, FLEA MARKET!
I advise WHAT TO DO, give RESTAURANT TIPS and WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT LOCAL LIFE.
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Chapters ——
00:00 Intro and overview
00:23 Chinon
02:29 Flea market in Fontevraud-l'Abbaye
03:50 Tea time and other random things
04:24 French breakfast
05:29 Richelieu
07:19 Evening activities in Richelieu and more random things
07:50 Karaoke party
08:16 Ceaux-en-Loudun
10:33 Outro
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