The châteaux of the Loire

Valençay castle and its immense park

The Château de Valençay was acquired by Robert II d’Estampes and features Renaissance and classical architecture. Charles-Maurice de Talleyrand-Périgord, a minister of Napoleon and a great French diplomat, contributed to the renovation of the castle. Valençay is a very beautiful château, perfectly furnished in Renaissance style. Besides the pleasant and well-commented interior visit thanks to …

The châteaux of the Loire

The Château du Rivau and its fairytale gardens

The Château du Rivau is a medieval fortress dating back to 1420, conceived at the initiative of Pierre de Beauvau, the Grand Chamberlain of Charles VII, which sets it apart from the Renaissance castles in the Loire region. What a surprising visit! Art enthusiasts will love this castle. Others, however, might find it quite bewildering. …