Brenne lies 60 miles south of the Loire and is known for its watery landscape and wealth of botanical treasures. The region is also called “la Région des 1,000 étangs / the region of the 1000 ponds” and is not a popular tourism site despite being a popular haunt for bird watchers because of the quietness of the vast landscape. The region has a multitude of hedgerows, moorland, woods and fields...

Even a short stay in the Loire will thrill visitors like no other place on earth. The vivid expanse of fairytale-like castles, fresh foods and leisurely sports is easy to get carried away with. Fill your things-to-do list with our suggestions for Loire Valley weekends: Royal Chateau of Blois: Discover the Royal City of Blois and see the favourite residence of the Kings of France, the Royal Chateau of Blois.

When in the Loire Valley, there is no possibility of running out of things to do and see. There are many attractions and breathtaking sights to enjoy amidst the luscious gardens and countryside, not to mention to the grandiose chateaux and rich vineyards beckoning your attentions. Here are some ideas for Loire Valley excursions while in this fairytale land:

Those pressed for time and keen to absorb as much of the Loire Valley as they can in a short period are advised to take Loire Valley day trips. Loire Valley day trips are special tour packages designed to cram as much Loire sightseeing into one day as humanly possible. Whether it is a voyage amongst the royal residences on the banks of the Loire, a trip through the rustic town of Tours or a stroll through the...

Magnificent chateaux are not the only thing the Loire Valley is famous for. In fact, the Loire Valley is also a renowned wine region. The fertile banks of the Loire River are prime ground for vineyards and are the home of the Muscadet region near the city of Nantes. Muscadet expands to the Atlantic coast and through to Sancerre and Pouilly-Fumé, just southeast of Orléans.

The Loire Valley is famous for many stunning sights and unique activities. Playing golf in the Loire Valley is just one of the highlights. Loire Valley golf courses are plentiful, but here are two of the best: Domaine & Golf de Vaugouard Situated near Montargis, north of the Loire and bordering a 50 000 hectare forest (“Forêt Domaniale de Montargis”), this golf course is just over an hour south of...

The majestic Loire River is the longest river in France at a length of 1,013 kilometres and an area of 117,000km². It spans more than a fifth of France’s land area and its fertile banks are lined with vineyards and Loire Valley chateaux. The main tributaries to the Loire River include the Allier, Cher, Indre, Vienne and the Sèvre Nantaise rivers on the left bank and the Maine, Nièvre and the Erdre rivers...

Prepare to be delighted on a Loire Valley cycling tour. Cycling tour packages range from single day to week-long cycling tours and incorporate every kind of Loire Valley adventure from well-established bike trails to treks off the beaten track. The valleys of the Loire, Cher and Indre rivers are a harmonious sight amidst rich vineyards and vast forests. A Loire Valley cycling tour can take you beyond the landscapes...

The Loire Valley region is also known as the “garden of France” and lives up to its name, providing an abundance of farm-fresh products to be enjoyed by locals and tourists alike. Loire Valley gastronomy includes: vegetables and fresh fruits such as berries, pears and apples and the famous “Tarte Tatin” as well as poultry, game and fish. Hunting season also brings regional game to the table: pheasant,...

For a unique Loire Valley experience, give the hotel accommodation a skip and stay in one of the many Loire Valley cottages available for rent. Loire Valley cottages are set on exquisitely landscaped parklands amongst vibrant forests and rich farmland. The accommodation quality is of the highest level – elegant furnishings and convenient amenities. Unlike a hotel room, each cottage in the Loire Valley is designed...