A Unique World Heritage
The Loire Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is home to an exceptional concentration of châteaux. From medieval fortresses to Renaissance palaces, every stone tells a story of French history. Explore our interactive map to plan your cycling journey through these living cultural landscapes.
All Castles
Château Royal de Blois
A true history book of French architecture, residence of 7 kings and 10 queens.
Château de Chambord
The stone colossus, dream of Francis I and absolute masterpiece of the Renaissance.
Château Royal d'Amboise
The balcony over the Loire, final resting place of Leonardo da Vinci, offering a royal panorama.
Château de Villandry
World-famous for its exceptional French formal gardens and decorative vegetable gardens.
Château d'Azay-le-Rideau
A jewel set in the Indre river, expressing all the refinement of the early French Renaissance.
Forteresse Royale de Chinon
The millennial fortress where Joan of Arc met the Dauphin, dominating the medieval town.
Château de Cheverny
Perfect classical symmetry, the inspiration for Hergé's Marlinspike Hall.
Château de Saumur
Overlooking the majestic Loire, this fairytale castle is the emblem of the city.
Château de Chaumont-sur-Loire
Art and gardens meet in this estate overlooking the Loire, famous for its festival.
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Château de Chenonceau
Elegance on water, spanning the River Cher with unique feminine grace.
TouraineChâteau Royal de Blois
A true history book of French architecture, residence of 7 kings and 10 queens.
Loir-et-CherChâteau de Chambord
The stone colossus, dream of Francis I and absolute masterpiece of the Renaissance.
Loir-et-CherChâteau Royal d'Amboise
The balcony over the Loire, final resting place of Leonardo da Vinci, offering a royal panorama.
TouraineChâteau de Villandry
World-famous for its exceptional French formal gardens and decorative vegetable gardens.
TouraineChâteau d'Azay-le-Rideau
A jewel set in the Indre river, expressing all the refinement of the early French Renaissance.
TouraineForteresse Royale de Chinon
The millennial fortress where Joan of Arc met the Dauphin, dominating the medieval town.
TouraineChâteau de Cheverny
Perfect classical symmetry, the inspiration for Hergé's Marlinspike Hall.
Loir-et-CherChâteau d'Ussé
The Sleeping Beauty castle, with its fairytale roofs and soaring towers.
TouraineChâteau de Saumur
Overlooking the majestic Loire, this fairytale castle is the emblem of the city.
AnjouChâteau de Chaumont-sur-Loire
Art and gardens meet in this estate overlooking the Loire, famous for its festival.
Loir-et-Cher