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Chambord
The Château de Chambord was built in the 16th century at the demand of king Francois 1er and is considered to be one of the most emblematic châteaux of the French renaissance.
The château is surrounded by a large park of over 12,000 acres where you find French-style gardens, copses and ponds. The château itself is a masterpiece of architecture with slate roofs and decorative chimneys.
Beauval Zoo
Beauval Zoo Park is to be found at Saint Aignan in the Loir-et-Cher department. It is considered to be one of the largest and finest zoological parks in Europe with over 10,000 animals and 600 different species.
It is famous for the very many rare species threatened by extinction, including the giant pandas that are a symbol of the park. The zoo has a wide variety of wildlife, from giraffes to tigers, kangaroos and rhinos.
The vineyards of Cheverny
They produce primarily white, red and rosé wines from several grape varieties such as Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, Gamay, Cabernet Franc and Malbec. The white wines of Cheverny are particularly appreciated for their freshness and aromatic bouquet, while the reds are more distinctive for their lightness and fruity taste.
Many wine growing domains organize visits and wine-tasting sessions, offering visitors an opportunity to discover the different varieties of Cheverny wines.
The city of Orléans
The city of Orléans is famous for its rich historical and cultural heritage, marked in particular by national heroine Joan of Arc, who freed the city from the English siege during the 100 years war.
Orléans is also known for its cathedral (Saint Croix), a fine example of French Gothic architecture.
Orléans is an exciting and busy city that holds many cultural events throughout the year, including the Orléans Jazz Festival, the festival of the Loire, the festival of Saint Fiacre and any number of markets and fairs.
Loire Valley Châteaux
Here are a few of the region’s most famous Châteaux:
- Chambord: this renaissance château is one of the largest and most famous of all the Loire Châteaux.
- Chenonceau: this château was built by the famous women who marked the history of France, most notably Catherine de Medicis and Diane de Poitiers.
- Blois: this château was the residence of several kings and queens of France.
- Amboise: built in the 15th century and famous for its gothic chapel and blend of architectural styles.
- Azay-le-Rideau, a château built in the 16th century in pure French renaissance style.