Eat

  • The Orangerie restaurant at Château de Chenonceau with a wrought-iron chandelier, mosaic floor and white-clothed tables

    L'Orangerie

    L'Orangerie, nestled within the historic Château de Chenonceau, offers a refined dining experience with exquisite French cuisine, set in a beautifully restored 16th-century orangery surrounded by enchanting gardens.

  • Six escargots in their shells with garlic-parsley butter on a white escargot plate at L'Escargot, Saumur

    L'Escargot

    L'Escargot in Saumur is a renowned restaurant celebrated for its authentic French cuisine, specializing in expertly prepared escargot dishes, and offering a charming dining experience in the heart of the Loire Valley.

Sip

  • Vineyard rows and poplars under a blue sky at Domaine des Huards, Cour-Cheverny

    Domaine des Huards

    Domaine des Huards, a respected winery in the Loire Valley, is known for its commitment to biodynamic practices and produces exceptional wines that reflect the terroir's unique character, particularly its distinguished Cheverny and Cour-Cheverny appellations.

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  • A lineup of Loire wines from the Cave des DĂ´mes at Château de Chenonceau, including Touraine-Chenonceaux bottles, in the cellar

    Cave des DĂ´mes

    Located at Château de Chenonceau, Cave des Dômes is an elegant and historic wine cellar, offers a curated selection of fine wines and cognacs, providing an exceptional tasting experience in an atmospheric setting that reflects its rich heritage.

  • Aerial view of Château de Minière, its outbuildings and vineyards at sunset, Bourgueil (square crop)

    Château de Minière

    Château de Minière, located in the Loire Valley, is renowned for its organic and biodynamic practices, producing exceptional Cabernet Franc wines that reflect the unique terroir and dedication to sustainability.

Stay

  • Aerial view of Château de la Barre and its manicured gardens among the trees of the Loire countryside

    Château de La Barre

    Château de La Barre, a historic and luxurious estate in the Loire Valley, offers an enchanting experience with its elegantly appointed rooms, exquisite gardens, and a rich heritage of refined French hospitality.

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  • Château de Minière's stone manor and kitchen garden under a blue sky, Bourgueil, Loire Valley

    Château de Minière

    Located in the picturesque Loire Valley, offers a charming and serene stay with elegantly appointed rooms, beautiful gardens, and a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of organic and biodynamic winemaking.

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Visit

  • Château de Chenonceau's turrets and gallery above its rose garden under a bright blue sky, Loire Valley

    Château de Chenonceau

    Château de Chenonceau, elegantly arching over the River Cher, is a historic gem renowned for its rich heritage and impeccably manicured gardens.

  • Aerial view of the Château de Chambord with its forest of turrets and formal gardens, Loire Valley

    Château de Chambord

    Experience the grandeur of Château de Chambord, a masterpiece of Renaissance architecture and a symbol of royal ambition in the heart of the Loire Valley."

  • The symmetrical white façade of Château de Cheverny above its wide lawn, Loire Valley

    Château de Cheverny

    Step into the rich history of Château de Cheverny, where centuries of noble heritage and traditional viticulture converge in the storied Loire Valley.

  • The red-brick Renaissance manor of Clos LucĂŠ, Leonardo da Vinci's last home, in Amboise, Loire Valley

    Château du Clos LucÊ

    Explore the legacy of Château du Clos LucÊ, the final residence of Leonardo da Vinci, where art, science, and history intertwine in the heart of the Loire Valley.