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A magnificent castle, with stunning gardens and a superb view of the Loire and its valley. Works of art are also displayed in the castle grounds, in addition to the gardens.

...and don't make the same mistake we made... shortly after the washhouse the path forks... we took the left one, which was barely a field path at the end, and then went back across the middle of the (harvested) field. Take the path on the right and stay on the paved path.

Church of Rilly sur Loire, built in 1855

From here there is a great cycle path to the Cher to Château Chenonseau

The Trouillat promenade is a strip of bitumen that runs along the Loire, in the foothills of Chaumont-sur-Loire. Borrowed by cyclists who travel the Loire à Vélo, it also becomes a paradise for walkers and swimmers in summer.

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 bears the nickname "château des dames" thanks to great female personalities such as Catherine de Medici or Diane de Poitiers, who actively participated in the development of the estate. Today it is open to the public. Beyond the castle, it is also possible to visit its gardens and its stables. More information here: domaine-chaumont.fr.

The castle has a beautiful park where many different artists have built their sculptures and arrangements.

In the summertime, it is worth visiting the castle a little earlier, before the largest rush of visitors at 10:30 a.m. This saves waiting time and you can enjoy the tour in peace and without crowds. Using the digital tour pad takes a little getting used to, but is very exciting for children.