Carriere Troglodytique de Vignemont: Picturesque troglodyte dwellings, underground cave systems and antique objects on display. Loches, Indre et Loire.
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Chateau and Gardens of Le Rivau: Medieval castle, le Rivau has been immortalized by Joan of Arc and Rabelais. Heritage, gardens, Le Rivau embodies an exemplar restoration of a fairy tale castle and has a collection of hunting trophies.
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Chateau and Gardens of Villandry: Renaissance architecture and gardens: kitchen, ornamental, water, herbs and labyrinth. 18 century interior. Collection of old Spanish paintings. Nights of a thousand lights in July, music and gardens in August, days celebrating the Kitchen Garden in Sept
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Chateau de Chenonceau & Gardens: Erected in the 16th century, Henry II offered the chateau to Diane de Poitiers, who launched its construction across the Cher river and designed its superb gardens. Restaurants, local wine shops, flower workshops, souvenirs. Boat trips on the Cher.
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Chateau de la Bourdaisiere: From June to September. Bird of prey show. Discover the gardens, grounds and rooms of Chateau de la Bourdaisiere, at Montlouis-sur-Loire.
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Chateau du Clos Luce: This was the residence of Leonardo da Vinci, where he spent the last years of his life. On display is the worlds largest model of Leonardo's flying machine (with an 11m wingspan). Renaissance park plus creperie and bookshop.
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Chateau of Cande in Monts: It is here that the wedding of the former King of Great Britain and Emperor of India Edward VIII and the American Wallis Simpson took place on 3 June 1937. Inside visit and tour of the park.
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Chateau of Le Grand Pressigny: Rich museum which relates how, 5000 years ago, the flint blades from le Grand Pressigny were exported all over Europe. The chateau is an attractive combination of Medieval and Renaissance architecture. 12th century square keep.
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Chateau of Sache Balzac Museum: The museum is housed in a 16th century monument, altered in the 19th century and surrounded by a romantic garden. Balzac often stayed in Sache where he wrote his famous novels. Printing in the 19th century.
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Chateau Royal d'Amboise: Most important royal edifice of the French Renaissance. Magnificent collection of Gothic and Renaissance furnishings. Games and Renaissance entertainment in the park during the summer.
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Chinon Medieval Fortress: This imposing medieval fortress was the scene of many events (Henry II Plantagenet, the Templars, Joan of Arc, Charles VII, Caesar Borgia). Fine tapestry collection. Joan of Arc museum in the clock tower and panoramic view.
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Gardens of Chateau d'Usse: Terrace french-style gardens, completed in 1664, were designed by Andre le Notre. Built on a raised terrace below the chateau, is visible from the chateau's upper terrace and offers beautiful views of the Loire river. Rigny-Usse, Indre et Loire.
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Gardens of Chateau de la Bourdaisiere: 19th century, 2 hectare vegetable garden, in the grounds of the chateau. 500 varieties of tomatoes. Montlouis sur Loire, Indre et Loire.
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Gardens of Chateau de Valmer: Overlooking stunning countryside and terraced vines, these 4 hectare gardens are built on 8 terraces. Its unique vegetable garden shows the evolution of foodstuff, from prehistoric wild seeds to vegetables of today. Chancay, Indre et Loire.
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Gardens of Prieure de Saint-Cosme: For 20 years, the Prieure de Saint Cosme was home to Ronsard, the mediaeval poet. Over 200 varieties of roses, intermingling with a superb collection of irises. La Riche, Indre et Loire.
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Jet Systems Helicopters: In the heart of the chateaux region, at Amboise, discover the Loire Valley on board Leonardo da Vinci's great invention: the helicopter. Throughout the year, flights on request. Chateau visits. Gastronomy stops. Approved for public transport.
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La Chatonnieres Eight Gardens: Here you will discover 8 differnet terraced gardens which are in bloom and secret, in the hollow of a small valley with a wide view of the Indre and the forest of Chinon, around a small renaissance castle. 2km from Azay-le-Rideau.
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La Daviniere Museum of Rabelais: In Seuilly, La Daviniere has changed little since Rabelais' reputed birth here c.1494. Paintings, maps, posters, books, make up a supply of information on Rabelais, his work and mythology.
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La Pagode de Chanteloup & Gardens: A Chinese-style edifice built in 1775 by Choiseul, offers views of the Loire Valley from its upper levels. 14 hectare park with ancient trees. Amboise.
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Le Chateau d'Azay-le-Rideau: The chateau is surrounded by a luxuriant, romantic park. Excellent collection of French and Flemish tapestries. From May to September sound and lights performance at night.
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Tel: 02 47 45 42 04 Fax: 02 47 45 26 61

Les Grottes Petrifiantes de Savionnieres: Descend into the magnificent underground caves with stalactites, gallo-roman cemetery and ruins, astounding landscapes and museum. Savonnieres, Indre et Loire.
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Loches - The Keep: The Keep 11-15th century. It defended the weak end of the fortress. Various notables were imprisoned here: Cardinal Balue, Philippe de Commines and Lodovic Sforza who decorated the walls of his cell. Reconstitution of the Louis XI cage and dungeon.
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Loches - The Royal Residence: 13th and 16th century. Many historical connotations from Charles VI to Louis XII. Agnes Sorel's tomb. Anne of Brittany's Oratory. Triptych (school of Jehan Fouquet). Fine collection of Flemish tapestries (16th and 17th centuries).
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Manufacture Georges Le Manach Silk Factory: Est. in 1829, heir to a long tradition of silk weaving at Tours dating to the epoch of Louis XI. Visitors witness many steps of the process of the fabrication of silk.
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Mini-Chateaux Val de Loire: Tour the finest castles of the Loire (in miniature). The park is open from April to November.
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Parc de Richelieu: Stroll along tree-lined paths by the remains of the magnificent castle which was built by Richelieu around 1630. Romantic rose garden, canals, locks, rare trees. 5 Place du Cardinal, Richelieu.
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Priory of Saint Cosme: In La Riche. 12th and 16th centuries. Ronsard was Prior here from 1565 to 1585. His tomb can be seen surrounded by superb Iris and Rose gardens. Monk's refectory with a fine 12th century pulpit. The Prior's Residence - room where the poet worked.
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Red Wine Tour: Red Wine Tour of 3 local wineries, travel through the Chinon and Bourgueil area. Depart 10:30, return 17:00. For departure points and further information contact the Tours Tourist Office.
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The Hotel Gouin: In Tours. Fine Renaissance building which houses the Touraine Archaeological Society's Museum. Objets d'art from Prehistoric, Gallo-Roman, Merovingian times as well as Medieval and Renaissance periods.
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The Loire Valley Aquarium: See the life of the Loire and the world's rivers up close. You will be able to see some of the giant species that live in the Loire, as well as rare tropical fishes, turtles, alligators, piranhas and even sharks, at the Loire Valley Aquarium.
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Touraine Archeological & Historical Museum: Opening hours Tue-Sun 10:00-13:00 and 14:00-18:00. 25 Rue du Commerce, Tours.
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Vouvray Wine Tours: Guided tours of the Vouvray wine cellars. Wine tasting and wine purchase available. Open every day 09:00-12:30 and 13:45-19:00 from September to May, 07:00-19:00 the rest of the year. 38 La Vallee Coquette, Vouvray (37).
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Tel: 02 47 52 75 03 Fax: 02 47 52 66 41

White Wine Tour: White Wine Tour of 3 local wineries, travel through the Vouvray area. Depart 15:00, return 19:00. For departure points are further information contact the Tours Tourist Office.
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