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We hope, through the pages of this guide to the Loire Valley
(Centre-Val de Loire), to convey the diverse attractions
of this beautiful part of France by providing helpful
information . Tourism is 'central' to this
region's economy. There are so many places to visit and things
to do in la Loire and the region of Centre that
once you have sampled the 'experience' you'll want to return
time and time again. It's the perfect place for your holiday in
France. We include a list of the major chateau of the
Loire Valley, which includes Chenonceau, Chambord, Azay le Rideau,Villandry, plus the cities, towns and villages of greatest interest.
The term 'Loire Valley' if used correctly could refer to
an area of over 1000km, as this is the length of the river from its
source in the springs on the side of Mont Gerbier de Jonc in the
southern Cevennes hills within the department of the Ardeche to its
destination on the Atlantic coast at Nantes. It has however become
synonymous with
the area along the river
Loire
between Sully-sur-Loire in Loiret and
Chalonnes-sur-Loire in Maine-et -Loire a distance of 280km. This
became formalised with its inclusion
on the list of world heritage sites in November 2000.
It
also takes in the Loire-Anjou-Touraine Regional Natural Park and the
park at Chateau de Chambord.
La Loire, (see map and geography), or more specifically Val de Loire
(see map & video) the UNESCO
world heritage site, is an area of diverse attractions and landscapes
that today make it one of the most popular places for tourists in the
whole of France. Probably best known for its architectural heritage,
most famously le chateau such as Chenonceau and Chambord, it is also blessed with other fine examples
in its historic towns such as Amboise, Blois, Chinon, Orléans, Saumur,
and Tours. The Loire Valley (Val de Loire) is also known as the Garden
of France and the Cradle of the French Language.
It has benefited
throughout history from its popularity with the French Royal Families
who have left a wonderful legacy in the form of its many chateaux,
gardens and parks.
It was their influence and the areas
natural beauty that made UNESCO designate a large
stretch of the river Loire and its
monuments a world heritage site.
Enjoy browsing our website, which contains a comprehensive
chateaux guide plus guide to the Centre-Val de Loire region as well as
other tourist information. If you are touring in the Loire Valley let us
help with your planning.
There is also a list
of houses, gites and chateau to rent within the le val Loire -- we hope
it leads you to your very own unique ---
Loire Valley experience!
Loire Valley castles guide
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