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Located in the heart of the Brenne regional natural park, the Azay-le-Ferron castle, rich in architecture stretching from the 15th to the 18th century, will transport you through styles and eras. Throughout the visit, you will discover living rooms, bedrooms, dining room, kitchen, library. Approximately fifteen sumptuously furnished rooms in which the Hersent-Luzarche family lived, owners since 1852. The last descendant of this family, Marthe Hersent-Luzarch, bequeathed the estate to the city of Tours in 1951, giving it the mission of open the doors of this exceptional place to the public. This exceptional ensemble is located in a remarkable 26-hectare green setting redeveloped by Denis and Eugène Bülher, a famous 19th century landscaper. They imagined a landscaped park decorated with numerous groves where a multitude of tree species, boxwood beds and topiaries coexist, the collection of which is renowned among the most beautiful in France. The walk continues into the flower gardens where the collection rose dominates. A conservatory orchard based on old varieties of apples and pears completes the plant diversity of the site. Lively tours in period costumes will allow you to discover the castle from a new perspective. They will notably be an opportunity to see rooms usually closed to the public, while having the opportunity to meet with guides and actors around a tasting of local products.

An exceptionally bucolic castle located in the middle of 55 hectares of greenery. Average duration of individual visit: 45 minutes. Average duration of the group visit: 1 hour. Animals are accepted. Languages available: French, English, German, Chinese, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Russian

One of the most beautiful villages in Brenne

The community is located in the Brenne Regional Nature Park and is therefore a great starting point for cycling tours in the beautiful lake landscape.

This park is known for its 3,000 ponds, 267 species of birds, 100,000 pond turtles, 1,600 plant species including wild orchids and thousands of insects and animals. The Brenne Regional Natural Park attracts thousands of visitors each year in search of a calm, natural and authentic setting.

Perched on a rocky spur stands this feudal castle. Its imposing silhouette dominates this strategic stronghold and overlooks the surrounding area. The castle dates from the 11th century and overlooks the Roman road from Poitiers to Orléans.

The Church of Saint-Genou is a perfect example of Romanesque architecture in the region. Note during the visit, the beautifully carved architectural sculptures inside and outside.

Saint-Genou Abbey was built in the 12th century and has been listed as a historical monument since 1862.