The Loire Valley (Val de Loire), France’s third most important winemaking region and included in UNESCO’s World Heritage List (from Chalonnes-sur-Loire to Sully-sur-Loire), is an land of balance - between North and South, smooth suavity and crisp freshness, art and literature, tradition and modernity.
These harmonious blends, furthered by a mild climate and rich terroirs, have brought forth the most vibrant diversity of wines.

800km tourist route

"La route des vignobles", the longest wine road in France, stretches along 800 km strewn with signs inviting you to explore the extraordinary variety of châteaux and landscapes that make up the exceptional heritage to be found along the River Loire.

Set off on a sensorial journey along our suggested itineraries for cyclists, walkers and even hot air balloonists...