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Les Chateaux

Chateau Chenonceau
A beautiful chateau in a spectacular location with beautiful gardens

Chateau de Chambord
A huge chateau boasting more chimneys than most towns, it is the most visited in the area

Chateau du Chaumont-sur-Loire
A chateau famous for it's contemporary garden displays which change every year

Château du Clos Lucé
An intriguing chateau where Leo de Vinci spent his final years. Many of his inventions are displayed making it a great visits for adults and children.
Restaurants we like near us

Hotel de France
For a gastronomic experience this is your choice. There is also the brasserie at lunchtime

Chez Fred
Nestled in our little village of Lhomme you will be warmly welcomed by Fred

Silex
In Chahaignes, the small village next door, Silex offers classic french faire
with a twist

B le Restaurant
In La Chartre,
B offers a varying menu offering something for everyone
The local Jasnières vineyards

Domaine
Lelais
A very friendly vigneron to visit in Ruillé. Try to make time to visit their 'Cave Bacchus' for an interesting insight.

Domaine
la Raderie
A welcoming family
run vignoble in Chahaignes, with fine affordable choices.

Domaine de Cezin
Winery in Marçon, run by famille Fresneau. The Pineau d'Aunis, the peppery red of the area is worth a try!

Domaine de la Roche Bleue
A slightly more upmarket choice offering some spectacular wines to sample

La Cave de Dauvers
Amongst the vines this 'cave', run by one of many viticultrices in our area, offers a good selection of our local.
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