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From the water, the castle appears to float above the Cher River. Because the gallery is literally built over the river, it creates a reflection that makes the castle appear twice as large. Especially in the soft morning or evening light, it has an almost fairytale-like quality.

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Did you know: During the First World War, the castle was converted into a hospital for wounded soldiers by its owner, Simonne Menier (of the Menier chocolate family). – Long rows of camp beds lined the large gallery above the Cher River. – More than 2,000 wounded were reportedly cared for within the castle walls. A bizarre contrast: the ornate Renaissance halls as a place for bandages, operations, and recovery.

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It was difficult to find the pagoda with Komoot because many of the marked paths are closed. Neither Komoot nor Google show the official entrance. Entrance fee! Info: https://www.pagode-chanteloup.com/

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Inspired by a Venetian Palace, it was Catherine de Medici who gave Chenonceau its unique architecture. This Renaissance masterpiece, nicknamed the "Château des Dames" is also exceptional for the richness of its history. In 1513, Katherine Briçonnet directed the construction work. Then it was successively embellished by Diane de Poitiers, the King's mistress, initiator of the bridge and Catherine de Medici who imagined the two refined galleries that span the river. It was François 1er who married the Florentine with his son Henri II. By marrying him, this illustrious queen would make Chenonceau and the court of France shine with all the Italian splendor. Obtained at the time of Diane de Poitiers' disgrace, this dream home has always been her favorite residence. She stayed there very often, offering her sons memorable parties. But Catherine had more ambitious plans, and wanted to make her "castle on the water" a grand residence of the Court. A true art gallery, Chenonceau is also distinguished by the wealth of its collections, tapestries and paintings by the greatest European masters of the 16th, 17th and 18th centuries. The Médicis gallery is a Cabinet of Curiosities that also presents many treasures, as well as documents allowing a better understanding of the stages of construction and the highlights of the history of the château. In 2019, to celebrate "500 years of Renaissance" and pay tribute to Catherine de Médicis, the château opened a new place to the public: "The Queen's Apothecary", the only one presented in a monument in the Loire Valley. Restored "in situ" for 3 years, it houses priceless sets of precious pots, paintings and mortars. Visiting Chenonceau also means discovering sumptuous historic gardens, a new contemporary garden, as well as a Labyrinth and a Flower Vegetable Garden. The 80-hectare park is home to many animals and birds living in freedom. Visitors can walk there freely, with their pets, because the castle is Pet Friendly. In 2020: The “Cabinet of Physics and Chemistry of Chenonceau”, created by Jean Jacques ROUSSEAU in the 18th century, will open its doors to the public, and the summer Night Walk will be enriched with new illuminations.

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Original historical heritage in the middle of a green setting

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Loire-Disneyland and still nice

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Today we are visiting the castle of Chenonceau in the Loire Valley. The moated castle and so-called ladies' castle are located on the northern bank of the Cher. A day full of impressions. It is not only the unique castle, whose gallery crosses the Cher, but also a unique park with various gardens, from absolute order to the wilderness of the old trees. The castle and gardens are one of the most beautiful in the Loire Valley. We think, and rightly so, this place is unique! https://youtu.be/M1rBJe9iwn0

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The Château de Fontenay is a castle whose first construction dates back to the 17th century. Partly destroyed two centuries later, it was finally rebuilt by a Parisian architect. Today, the castle hosts a gîte and guest rooms as well as a wine-growing activity.

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