The Loire Valley Castles

While staying in Chinon, you'll have the opportunity to explore the region and discover its treasures. Among them are the Loire Valley Castles. All around your accommodation, you'll find some of the most beautiful buildings from the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, which will immerse you in history.

You're sure to find the castle that will charm you and make you want to return to Touraine. Visit the reception of your hotel near Chinon, and you'll learn everything you need to know about the castles to visit in the region.

Less than 20 minutes away

Very close to your accommodation, you will find, for example, the Royal Abbey of Fontevraud. Inspired by Benedictine architecture, it now houses a museum of modern art.

The Château du Rivau, located just 15 minutes from our establishment, invites you to discover its remarkable architecture, its keep, and its royal stables.

In less than 20 minutes, you can also visit the Château d’Ussé, which overlooks the Indre and Loire rivers. It is said to have inspired Charles Perrault for the castle in Sleeping Beauty.

A 30-minute drive

We recommend visiting the Château d’Azay-le-Rideau. Built during the reign of François I, it stands in a magnificent setting: on a small island in the Indre River.

The Château de Langeais, built in the 15th century, allows you to immerse yourself in 1,000 years of history when you visit it.

Villandry and its gardens

In about 40 kilometers, you will reach the Château de Villandry. Visit this building with remarkable architecture and stroll through its gardens.

Immerse yourself in the Renaissance era, appreciate the 19th-century landscaped park, and admire the French formal gardens. Villandry is sure to be unforgettable.