About
A sweet little city about an hour train ride south of Paris, located on the Loire river. Famous for being saved by Joan of Arc in the 1400s. The Loire Valley is known for its castles.
Why go
- Authentic atmosphere without paris prices
- A sweet little city on the loire river
- Blend of medieval architecture, vibrant riverside guinguettes, and french charm
Must try
- Treasure hunts for kids
- Floral park with play areas and animals
- Christmas market with light installations
- Musée des beaux-arts
- Stroll along the loire river
Pro tips
- Accessible by ter train from gare d'austerlitz
- Base for loire valley wine tours
- Starting point for a road trip through the 'land of castles'
Good to know
- Lost many buildings during world war ii
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