The Top 20 Castles in Loir-et-Cher
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 20
beautiful castles to choose from in Loir-et-Cher. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from in Loir-et-Cher. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: October 6, 2025
The Château de Chambord was built in 1519 at the request of François 1er. It is the largest and best known of the Loire Valley castles. Designed by several architects …
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The Domaine de Cheverny is made up of its Château and its gardens of course, but also of its link with Tintin, indeed the Château served as a model for Hergé to draw Moulinsart!
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The Château de Chaumont-sur-Loire is part of a duo of châteaux that must be seen together: Chaumont-sur-Loire and Chenonceau. Indeed, these two châteaux were owned by Anne of Poitiers and …
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The Château de Chaumont-sur-Loire is an opulent building whose first stone dates back to the 15th century. In 1840, it was listed in the register of historical monuments.
The castle …
The castle …
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Ranked among the most beautiful villages in France, Lavardin is a very pretty little town, where medieval, Renaissance and troglodyte styles mix. The Saint-Genest church is particularly beautiful, with its …
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The Royal Château de Blois (French: "Château Royal de Blois") is located in the Loir-et-Cher département in the Loire Valley, in France, in the center of the city of Blois. …
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The first constructions of the fortified castle of Fougères-sur-Bièvre date back to the 15th century.
Of Gothic architecture, it was classified as a historical monument in 1912. It is currently …
Of Gothic architecture, it was classified as a historical monument in 1912. It is currently …
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Along the road, this beautiful 18th century building catches the eye.
You can visit the castle. You will admire its furnished interior and enjoy the large terrace of the house.
You can visit the castle. You will admire its furnished interior and enjoy the large terrace of the house.
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The Château de Montoire is a ruined castle. You can explore the remains of the 11th century fortress, which was once a strategic site during the wars between the kings …
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Magnificent Renaissance castle which is worth a detour!
Castle architecture as you imagine it as a child!
Castle architecture as you imagine it as a child!
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