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 …
An unmissable stop on the Loire à Vélo route on the right bank is the viewpoint overlooking the Château de Ménars, a castle that once belonged to the Marquise de Pompadour. The castle is becoming increasingly hidden by the trees.
The Château de Nanteuil is one of the many private châteaux that dot the region. It was erected in the 18th century and responds to classical architecture.
Its visit is not possible but the castle remains observable from its gates.