The Loire Valley France is the most beautiful chateaux holiday destination in the world. The Region of the Loire Valley (Vallée de la Loire) is known as the Garden of France and is famous throughout France and the world as the playground of the French aristocracy throughout the centuries.
Because of its close proximity to the French capital Paris and enviable scenery, the departmente Loire was the place to be seen for many an ambitious Royal of the day and they, of course, spent most of their time attempting to one-up each other with each successive generation building a bigger and more beautiful castle (Loire Chateau) than the last.
The end result is that the Loire Valley region is simply stuffed with an inordinate amount of castles (Loire Valley chateaux) which together with the slow meandering rivers, charming towns, beautiful bicycle paths and picturesque rolling green hills make the Loire Valley a very special place indeed.
These days, thankfully, much of the departemente Loire’s charm and architecture has been extremely well preserved. And with the area so close to Paris that day trips by bus are common the region is one of the most justifiably popular tourist destinations in France.
It is quite simply one of the most beautiful areas of France and a must see tourist attraction for any French vacation. Loire Valley Holiday offers you all you need to know to make the most of your unforgettable holiday experience.