Near our guest house
Thirty minutes from your accommodation, you'll find three charming castles. You'll have a unique view from the Chinon Fortress, which will tell you the story of Joan of Arc and the Middle Ages.
The Azay-le-Rideau Castle, with its reflection on the Indre River and its lush park, invites you to immerse yourself in the Renaissance.
You'll enjoy discovering the Montbazon Fortress, which also overlooks the Indre River and dominates the town.
Other wonders, 30 minutes away
On the banks of the Creuse, the Château de la Guerche takes you through the ages with its remarkable architecture and landscaped garden.
The Château du Rivau-Lémeré immerses you in its medieval architecture and beautiful gardens. You'll discover the beautiful royal stables.
On the banks of the Indre, the Château de l'Islette offers an ideal setting for a stroll and invites you to discover the place of love between Camille Claudel and Rodin.
Also to discover
On its rocky outcrop, the Royal City of Loches, built between the 11th and 16th centuries, was home to Charles VII and his mistress, Agnès Sorel. In Langeais, the Château also housed a king. Charles VIII and Anne of Brittany stayed in this must-see medieval building.
The Château de Villandry is renowned for its geometric French gardens and magnificent Renaissance architecture.
The Château d'Ussé notably inspired the tale of Sleeping Beauty. In Tours, Renaissance gardens and architecture await you.
Chenonceau and Montsoreau
On the banks of the Loire River, discover the Château de Monsoreau. Now a contemporary art center, the building has retained its splendor since its construction in 1143.
The Château of Catherine de Medici and Diane de Poitiers, Chenonceau is marked by the energy of these two powerful women. On the banks of the Cher River, learn more about these two historical figures.
In less than an hour, you can also visit the Château de la Bourdaisière in Montlouis-sur-Loire or the Château de Candé in Monts.
55 minutes from La Clé des Jardins
Head to the Château d’Amboise to discover Leonardo Da Vinci's burial site. Admire its Renaissance architecture and the panoramic terraces overlooking the Loire.
The unique Château de Brézé takes you into its underground fortress where you'll explore galleries, cellars, and troglodyte moats.
The Château de Saumur, meanwhile, overlooks the Loire from the heights. Once home to the Dukes of Anjou, today you can admire impressive historical collections.
A little further
Don't miss one of the most iconic châteaux of the Loire Valley: the Château de Chambord. Built at the initiative of François I in the 16th century, it will charm you with its magnificence and its double spiral staircase designed by Leonardo da Vinci.
Discover the Private Château of Saint-Denis-sur-Loire. Romantic gardens promise a pleasant and intimate stroll.
In Chaumont-sur-Loire, you will enjoy visiting the château and its gardens, which host numerous events throughout the year.
The Château de Valençay and the Château de Montrésor are also must-sees.