Autumn in Touraine is a season full of poetry, where nature and heritage come together to offer dazzling pictures and moments of serenity. Located in the heart of the Loire Valley, this emblematic region of France, renowned for its majestic castles, generous vineyards and bucolic landscapes, is adorned in autumn with warm colours and golden […]
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In Chinon Medieval Days: It is a large traditional festival that takes place every year on the first Saturday of August and whose entry is free in order to allow visitors to transport themselves for a moment to the Middle Ages thanks to the many people in costume wandering through the historic center of the
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The Spring Festival is back! Habit is sometimes good: like every year in spring, the Chinon en Jazz festival returns to the medieval city. This year it is from June 31 to 2. This jazz festival in Rabelaisian land is the first of the Touraine Loire Valley festivals. It is also supported by the Departmental
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Dive in the Art of “Slow Tourism” in the Heart of Touraine: An Invitation to Discovery and Relaxation! “Slow tourism” is emerging as a travel trend increasingly popular with travelers looking for authentic and enriching experiences. In the heart of France and Loire Valley, the Touraine region presents itself as an ideal setting for practicing
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Want to see the “banks of the Loire at daybreak” ? Saumur is a perfect destination to enjoy both the historical and cultural richness of the Loire Valley but also of course its oenological heritage!We have selected some unmissable things for you if you come to spend a weekend, or more, in Saumur. Discover the
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Summer has arrived in Touraine, and this year again we won’t be bored! We have selected a few activities and events for you in and around Chinon. This is a limited and personal selection but there are many more! Picnics at the Château de l’Islette: This summer like last year, the Château de l’Islette opens
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Chinon and its surroundings are the dream destination for cyclists and cycle tourists, for a weekend…or more In Chinon and its region, it’s not just the Loire à Vélo to practice on 2 wheels (non-motorized)! Certainly this route attracts a considerable number of bicycle enthusiasts. Every year, around 75,000 cyclists and cyclo-tourists ride the roads
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The Château d’Azay-le-Rideau is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful jewels of the Loire Valley…even if it is built on the banks of the river Indre ! Built (in its current version) in the 16th century, the castle is a perfect example of French Renaissance architecture. Surrounded by a large park and bordered by its
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La Pénesais, charming and characterful cottages in Touraine, offers an authentic setting for a stopover on the Loire à Vélo. 900 Km through France The “Loire à Vélo” cycle path extends its cycle route by 900 km all along the river Loire, from its source to its mouth in the Atlantic. In reality, from the
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La Pénesais rewarded at the Travellers Review Awards 2023! La Pénesais has been awarded by Booking at the Traveller Review Awards 2023. This award is based on the reviews left by travelers after their stay in our cottages. Proud and happy ! We are extremely proud of this distinction, which rewards our continuous efforts to
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