by Rick Steves, January 24, 2023 | The Loire Valley, about two hours southwest of Paris, offers France's greatest array of château experiences. Here's everything you need to know.

They can be found all over the country, but nowhere has such a dense collection as the Loire Valley, the slow-paced, beautiful region of France that seems to embody art de vivre. So dotted with ...

The Loire Valley region of France has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for more than 20 years. It is home to more than 3,000 miles of cycling routes, including scenic trails along ...

Once the playground of French royalty and nobility, the Loire Valley follows the course of France s longest river through the ancient regions of Orléanais, Blésois, Touraine and Anjou, winding ...

The Loire Valley–located right in the middle of France—is steeped in history being that it was inhabited by numerous kings and queens and other aristocrats since the 9th century.

From an escape to nature in the Loire Valley to an immersive experience in wine country, these hotels are some of the finest the French countryside has to offer.

Known as ‘The Garden of France’, the Loire Valley has been settled since the Palaeolithic era, over 50,000 years ago – and it’s easy to see why.

They illustrate Renaissance ideals of design in France. (Photo: Xinhua) An aerial drone photo taken on April 27, 2024 shows the view of Chenonceau Castle in Loire Valley, France.