In need of cooling surrounds? Beaches, water sports, tours on the Loire… Seek out our suggestions for avoiding the summer heat and try out our ideas for finding refreshing spots.
Château of Champchevrier
CLERE-LES-PINS
This chateau has been the home of the same family since 1728. King Louis XIII stayed here. Discover the life on the...
Chateau of Gizeux
GIZEUX
14 - 16 century. This is the largest residence in western Touraine (furnished and inhabited). Gallery of Renaissance...
The Garden of Mireille in Touraine...
CHANNAY-SUR-LATHAN
Come and discover Mireille Etavard's garden. Covering an area of around 10,000m², you'll be able to admire this plant...
La Martinienne
CHOUZE-SUR-LOIRE
45 minute trip along the River Loire on "La Martinière Couzé-sur-Loire", a traditional boat. Enjoy its very rich and...
Troglodytic Valley of Goupillières
AZAY-LE-RIDEAU
In outstanding natural surroundings, a Touraine dwelling carved out of tufa rock (well, bread oven, cow barn, grain...
Rillé Wake Park
RILLE
The first Wake Park in Touraine! Come and enjoy water activities in the first wake park in Touraine, located in a...
Lake of Val Joyeux
CHATEAU-LA-VALLIERE
Activities: BMX track, tennis, fitness trail, fishing, picnic areas, pétanque, kids' games, volleyball court.
Royal Abbey of Saint Pierre de Bourgueil
BOURGUEIL
13 & 18th-century buildings. 10th-century ruins. Particularly remarkable are the refectory of the infirmary with its...