Château de Villandry

Explore the Gardens of Villandry Castle at your own pace, renowned for their beauty, historical significance, and meticulous design.

• Wander through the intricate patterns of the Water Garden, the relaxed atmosphere of the Sun Garden, the geometric precision of the Ornamental Kitchen Garden.

• Take a walk through the Vegetable Garden, which serves as a practical demonstration of traditional French gardening techniques.

• Ascend to the belvedere for a panoramic view, encompassing the distinct Maltese, Languedoc, and Basque Cross designs, along with fleur-de-lis motifs.

• Fun fact: The castle’s site was a 14th-century keep where France-England truces were discussed and a gift Napoleon Bonaparte gave to his brother.

• Get on a comfortable 8-seater air-conditioned minivan and start by exploring Azay-le-Rideau while taking a stroll along the banks of the Indre River.

• Make your way to the Château de Villandry, renowned for its Renaissance gardens, considered among the most beautiful in the country.

• Accompanied by an expert English-speaking guide, explore hidden corners for the best scenic views and learn about the history behind the castles.

• Enjoy the welcoming hospitality of a genuine French winemaker at a family estate! Discover the art of winemaking firsthand and savor the flavors of local wines.

• Fun fact: During the Hundred Years' War, Villandry was occupied by the English army for a brief period in the early 15th century.

• Skip the ticket lines to gain entrance to the Blois Castle and admire its unique architecture, representing 4 different eras and architectural styles with access to 1 other castle from the Loire Valley.

• Discover over 60 rooms at the Chambord Castle, and admire the late Gothic and early Renaissance architecture of the Chenonceau Castle.

• Walk through the traditional gardens of China, Korea, and Africa in the Chaumont sur-Loire or the intricate patterns of the Water Garden, the relaxed atmosphere of the Sun Garden, and the geometric precision of the Ornamental Kitchen Garden at the Villandry Castle.

• Did you know? The castle of Blois was also the place of exile of Marie de Medici (1545-1642).

• Skip the long lines and enter the Royal Blois Castle and prepare to be amazed when you step onto the magnificent courtyard, surrounded by four buildings from 4 different eras.

• Stroll through the Fine Arts Museum, housing more than 300 remarkable artworks, including works by the famous artists Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres, Peter Paul Rubens, and Francois Boucher.

• Explore more than 60 rooms at Chambord Castle and take in Chenonceau Castle's late Gothic and early Renaissance architecture.

• Take a stroll through Chaumont sur-Loire's traditional gardens, which feature plantings from China, Korea, and Africa; or visit the Villandry Castle and take in its elaborate patterns, serene Sun Garden, and geometrically precise Ornamental Kitchen Garden.

• Did you know? The Royal Blois Castle is the only castle to be proud to have hosted no fewer than 10 queens and 7 kings of France.