From the area of Sancerre to Touraine, the Loire Valley
rolls out its grandiose landscapes and guards its quiet
beauty spots jealously. A walk through the Garden of
France…
Listed among the "Loveliest Detours in France",
Sancerre is known above all for its vineyards whose
reputation for excellence is long established. Visit
this town perched on a rocky hillside and give in to
the charm of its little alleyways and its harmonious
atmosphere.
Travel down the river to Orléans, delivered
from the English by Joan of Arc in 1429. Lying on the
boundary of the Ile de France (Paris) region, Orléans
took its place in history very early on. Once the "Port"
of Paris, the city on the Loire has preserved many remains
bearing witness to its importance over the centuries.
For example, Sainte-Croix Cathedral, or the Hôtel
Groslot… Welcoming and lively, Orléans makes
a perfect stopping place on any trip along the Valley
of Kings.
To the west of Orléans, Blois displays its charm.
Its Royal Château is a reminder of the importance
of the town in Renaissance times. If you really want
to soak in the delightful feel of the place, however,
you should head off for a wander along the steep streets
with their stairways tumbling down the hillside towards
the river.
Illuminated in the evening, it rises high above the
rooftops of Tours, the former capital of the kingdom:
St-Gatien Cathedral is a masterpiece of Gothic art.
City of art and history, Tours certainly has no shortage
of charm: the Place Plumereau, the Rue Colbert with
its wood-framed houses and the St-Martin Basilica are
just some of the reasons to head off for a stroll around
this lively city.
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