The Top 15 Castles around Amboise
A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 15
beautiful castles to choose from around Amboise. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from around Amboise. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: October 24, 2025
Château de Chenonceau
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A simply magnificent castle, unique in the world. It is easily accessible by bike from Tours, via the Heart of France by Bike route.
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Vue du château de Chenonceau depuis la piste cyclable
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Chenonceau Castle has the unique feature of being built partly on a bridge spanning the Cher River. It was Catherine de Medici who, wishing to have sumptuous parties, was at …
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Château d'Amboise and Stone Bridge
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Very pretty little tourist town, very active in summer (night market, largest market in Indre et Loire every Sunday, cultural activities, etc.;)
Ideal starting point for cycling loops with a …
Ideal starting point for cycling loops with a …
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Le Clos-Luce - Leonardo da Vinci
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The Château du Clos Lucé was the summer residence of several kings of France, until François I placed it at the disposal of Lénoard de Vinci who lived there for …
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Camping de l'Île d'Or, Amboise
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a great inexpensive municipal campsite! We rush without hesitation
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