The chateau boutique has publications on the chateau of chaumontsurloire, the chateaux of the loire and the history of france, as well as specialised publications on various contemporary art exhibitions put on at the domain. Follow the river loire on the right side north by the d952, drive about 15km until the bridge of chaumont, at the rond point turn on the right towards onzain, drive under the sncf bridge train and immediatly turn on the right in a little road. Comprising 50acre gardens and set against the backdrop of a romantic medieval castle and the sublime colors and. The chateau is a reasonable distance from amboise, france, and other chateaus of the loire valley. Chateau of chenonceau royal chateau of amboise closluce chaumontsurloire. The royal chateau of blois constitutes the ideal introduction to a visit to the accessible chateaux of the loire, less than 30 minutes away. Publication date 1906 topics chaumont sur loire, chateau, castles, art publisher tours. Another ville dart et dhistoire, angers is perfect for strolling around, with a. In amboise park almost opposite the chateau down by the river next to the bridge there was no ticket machine in july 2012 and we were there all. Drift down the royal river on a traditional boat a gabarre or toue and embark on a journey back in time. Royal kings, queens, counts, dukes and a 15thcentury teenage heroine who had a particular dislike of the english have played a part in creating a landscape that is. Discovery of the sologne and chateaux of loiretcher. This castle is located in chaumont sur loire, loiretcher, france. Chaumont is located halfway between amboise and blois 18km away, 45km from tours and 200km from paris by the a10 motorway.
Protected as a monument historique since 1840, the chateau was given into state ownership in 1938 and is now open to the public. Finely kept gardens lead up to the cream colored castle, while the turrets reach towards the sky. The castle was founded in the 10th century by odo i, count of blois. Discover chaumontsurloire castle, another renaissance. You can find more local travel ideas in the central guide and the guide. Chateau chaumont, loiretcher, loire valley, france. After pierre damboise rebelled against louis xi, the king ordered the castles destruction. Topping the vacation todo list for families with kids is to spend a day at terra.
The lounge was so peaceful and full of lots of lovely touches such as games, magazines, books etc. The hotel is on the edge of the loire, at the foot of the feudal chaumont castle which dominates the valley and the village and is renowned for its. In the morning, you come straight to our rental place to receive your bikes and your roadbooks as well as briefing for the tour. Located in chaumont sur loire, this cottage is in a rural location. Gite le cottage chaumontsurloire, france, chaumontsur.
Close to amboise and the chateau at chaumont is definitely worth a visit. Situated in chaumont sur loire, this vacation home is 1. French chateau to visit near the water mill sullysurloirewhat a beautiful reflection this medieval chateau creates in the below. Heritage, art and gardens make for a unique visit within the circuit of the loire valley castles. Over the past decade, the domaine of chaumont sur loire has become a world center for the art of the garden, inviting artists from asia to america to explore and sublime the special relationship between art and nature. It was founded during the 10th century and is frequently visited by tourists today. Chambord, cheverny, chaumont sur loire, amboise, chenonceau. But, it would be an even greater place to stay while in the area if it were a little closer to a more developed area such as amboise. Situated on the banks of the loire river, the castle. Chaumont in the loire etcher departement is famous for two things.
Amboise and blois are a short car journey away circa 30 mins, each with plenty of cheap or free parking near their centres and each with a lovely chateau well worth a journey from le cormier. Seduced by the gardens of frances loire valley the. Situated in veuzain sur loire, this beach guesthouse is 2. This indepth presentation of the art of the gardenfrom historical styles to contemporary materials is an essential reference for garden aficionados around the world. Leave blois and ride amongst fields and vineyards towards chambord, the largest and by far most impressive chateau in the loire valley. These gems of art history keep alive the memory both of the kings, princes and great families who commissioned and lived in them, and of the. Longue des ecuries and throughout your promenade in the parc historique. Sullysurloire, centre, france for my castle tour for inspirational places to write my childrens books.
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