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Visiting Loire Valley, France


Old-world villages and story-book chateaux bedeck the Loire, once fought over by Gauls, Romans, Visigoths and even Attila the Hun. Hire bikes and roll through the lush valley, visiting fortresses in Amboise and Angers, UNESCO-designated Chartres Cathedral and the Gothic cathedral in Nantes. The Musée Jules Verne houses replicas of futuristic inventions designed by the author. Pay respects to other former residents: the Romans in Tours, the cave dwellers of Touraine, and the liberator of... more » Old-world villages and story-book chateaux bedeck the Loire, once fought over by Gauls, Romans, Visigoths and even Attila the Hun. Hire bikes and roll through the lush valley, visiting fortresses in Amboise and Angers, UNESCO-designated Chartres Cathedral and the Gothic cathedral in Nantes. The Musée Jules Verne houses replicas of futuristic inventions designed by the author. Pay respects to other former residents: the Romans in Tours, the cave dwellers of Touraine, and the liberator of Orleans, Joan of Arc. « less

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Loire Valley Retreat

5 of 5 stars
SW London
9 Nov 2009

We planned our short break in the Loire by staying at 2 different hotels, the second one being the Loire Valley, my only regret is that this was not our first destination as I would not have bothered...more

Le Vieux Manoir

9 Nov 2009

Le Vieux Manoir is the perfect place to stay. It is picturesque, elegant and brimming with history. What made it stand out for us though were our hosts, Gloria and Bob, with all their natural warmth...more

Chateau de la Villaine

5 of 5 stars
Macon, NC
9 Nov 2009

This beautiful chateau is perfectly located for sightseeing along the Loire Valley. Dinner is available and I would certainly recommend it. We were the only dinner guests and had the delightful...more

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