The destination and its castles can be visited all year round.

2019 will mark the 500th anniversary of the death of Leonardo da Vinci, a timeless genius who still fascinates us.

In the grounds of the châteaux, you'll find the most splendid places to relax. Gardens are an integral part of the art of living in the Loire Valley

A royal and industrial city, Blois has a rich history which has developed over the centuries, in large part thanks to its monuments

In 2005 the Loire Valley celebrated 500 years of since the accession to the throne of François I, king, builder and protector of the arts and letters

All the great French poets were seduced by the châteaux of the Loire - they are the backdrop for some of the the finest pages of French literature

Behind the old limestone quarries of the Loire Valley, a warren of hidden cellars are home to a thriving mushroom industry

In Saint-Viâtre, Vincent and Patricia Hennequart have been producing Sologne caviar for 10 years, a production of very high quality

The Foundation of Doubt, open since 2013 in Blois, brings together a collection of astonishing works from all over the world