Holidays in Loire Valley France

The Loire region is often known as the “Garden of France” and there is good reason for this. With its fabulously enchanting surroundings, rich vineyards and vast array of Chateaux to take your breath away, Loire is the perfect place to relax and get away from the hustle and bustle of modern living.

The gentle pace of life in the Loire sets a charming, mystical backdrop in which you can be swept away with the beauty. From the moment you arrive in this region of France it is instantly apparent why it is loved by poets and writers alike, as it allows you to step back in time and enjoy the surroundings and scenery that has been so magnificent for many centuries.

So what makes the Loire valley such a delightful region of France? Well, you can visit its many castles, the most famous of which is Chambord. Being the largest of the castles in Loire, Chambord was built during the renaissance period and strikes a magnificent pose on the horizon, particularly with a radiant sunset behind it. You can visit Chambord and its splendid grounds, where you will find beautiful scenery all of which can be visited on a horse-drawn carriage to add to that magical feeling.

If you are looking for a piece of French culture, then the food and wine are an absolute must. The Loire Valley is famous for its selection of fine wines and fabulous goat’s cheese. A visit to Touraine will keep you occupied for hours on end with its amazing landscapes and Chateau de Chenonceau, which is steeped in history and has a fairytale feel to it.

The Loire Valley also plays host to a huge array of cathedrals. In fact, each city has its very own distinctive cathedral, although the most notable of these is the Romanesque-Gothic cathedral of Le Mans, which is situated north of the Loire.

In essence, the Loire region of France will offer you delightful, stunning scenery with some of the most remarkable architectural sites to visit. Rolling countryside is surrounded by vineyards and the wine tasting is an absolute must if you are in this region of France. Good food, wine, culture and history are all attractions of the Loire and this is what makes it so appealing to tourists, artists and poets alike.

Eurocamp offer 5 campsites in the Loire region, which are a great base from which to explore the surrounding area and of course to enjoy the high quality facilities on the campsite itself.