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Castles around Chinon: Discover 14 Heritage Gems in Touraine within a 30km radius

Whether you’re a history buff, an architecture enthusiast, or simply looking for a romantic getaway, this region offers unexpected treasures. Here is a (non-exhaustive) selection of 14 castles to discover around Chinon. Chinon, the Historic Heart of the Loire Valley Chinon, this picturesque little town in Indre-et-Loire, is much more than just a tourist destination. […]

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Touraine, a land of music

Each year, Touraine is increasingly establishing itself as a true musical hub… and even a “Land of Sound” (see below!). Indeed, festivals and musical events abound. Here is our selection, necessarily subjective and limited. But there are many more, as almost every town and village offers its own festival (not necessarily musical) throughout the year,

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Special Offer Summer 2025 in Touraine !

An unforgettable stay… Summer has always a special taste ! Come and enjoy it in Touraine and discover the authentic richess of this region: history, culture, nature, gastronomy and oenology. Go and (re)discover the magnificent châteaux of the Loire (Azay-le-Rideau, Rigny-Ussé, Chinon, etc.), in the footsteps of Rabelais (La Devinière-the Rabelais museum, the “caves painctes”

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Autumn in Touraine: Wonderful moments at 3 hours from Paris!

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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