Pays-de-la-Loire Region of France
Visit the western Loire Valley, or Pays-de-la-Loire region. Chateau Country was the stomping grounds of kings and nobles during Medieval times. The grand castles of those days still stand and many offer tours (and even overnight lodging). The valley is also known for fine dining and delectable wines.
Loire Valley Gardens
The Loire Valley, more than most places in the world, personifies the good life. This garden region of France is nourished by the Loire, Eure, Cher and Loiret rivers, and it boasts well maintained and manicured outdoor spaces inspired by generations of talented gardeners, whose lives’ work it was to beautify the gardens of kings.
The Loire Valley, more than most places in the world, personifies the good life. This garden region of France is nourished by the Loire, Eure, Cher and Loiret rivers, and it boasts well maintained and manicured outdoor spaces inspired by generations of talented gardeners, whose lives’ work it was to beautify the gardens of kings.
Indre-Berry Tourist Office
This department of the Loire Valley is dotted with chateaus and Gallo-Roman ruins. This tourist site allows visitors to order brochures on many specific subjects like "Chateaux, Museums & Historical Sites" or "Romanesgue Buildings in the Berry."
This department of the Loire Valley is dotted with chateaus and Gallo-Roman ruins. This tourist site allows visitors to order brochures on many specific subjects like "Chateaux, Museums & Historical Sites" or "Romanesgue Buildings in the Berry."
Stay At A French Chateau
Joe Millionaire isn't the only peasant to live like royalty in a French chateau. There are many chateaux open for mere commoners seeking overnight stays.
Joe Millionaire isn't the only peasant to live like royalty in a French chateau. There are many chateaux open for mere commoners seeking overnight stays.