Visit of the Loire Valley, a journey into the History of France

The banks of the Loire have always attracted visitors. There is an incomparable sweetness of life, with the local climate certainly playing an essential role.

On the banks of the Loire, this majestic river, travelers will discover sandy beaches. On the shore, they will be surprised to encounter gabares. These are authentic boats that traveled the river and were used for transporting goods. Soon, they will see, around the bend of a road, vineyards perfectly arranged and bathed in diffuse light. More generally, the vegetation will take them on a journey to a land of plenty with its oaks, wisteria... It is no surprise that kings chose this region to build their summer palaces. The local aristocrats supported this construction wave with equally elegant estates. Overall, the Loire Valley has more than 400 castles within its territory. Nowadays, visitors come from Asia, particularly from China. Booking rates have never been so good. Indeed, in recent years, the conservators took advantage of an anniversary: the 500th anniversary of the Renaissance to present to the public their unique heritage.

In total, the Loire Valley has more than 400 castles on its territory.

The unforgettable Chenonceau, created by Catherine de Medici, you know it from visiting it with your family... It spans the Cher river and was crossed by what used to be the demarcation line between the free zone and the occupied zone. Well, now you have the opportunity to see the splendid apothecary restored. It has been a success, as the monument welcomed about 900,000 visitors this year. Come live a different experience in Amboise. Indeed, the castle was at the heart of the wars of religion. Similarly, Clos Lucé, Leonardo da Vinci's workplace, is a must-visit. However, for the fifth time, the iconic Historical Reviews are also offered there. Know that you can participate. You will then dress up as a US soldier, a prehistoric character... and you will camp on the Gold Island with the 700 other participants, what an adventure! The history of France is also discovered through the history of the castles of the Loire.

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