All towers and chimneys...

The Loire Valley’s most iconic silhouette never fails to impress, even under a moody sky. Some places need no introduction. Chambord simply stands there, all towers and chimneys, and the rest of the landscape seems to arrange itself around it.

Happy Monday in the Loire Valley!

“Each château tells a story — of kings, of artists, and of the dream of France itself.”

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Part of the “Châteaux of the Loire” Series

Every Monday, we explore one of the Loire Valley's legendary châteaux — from royal residences to riverside retreats — each revealing a different chapter of the region's story.

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Taken in Touraine - spring at Chateau de Chenonceau.

Château de Chenonceau in spring is a study in balance, between architecture and nature. With the season bringing fresh colour to the surrounding gardens. In spring, that legacy is softened by tulips, blossom, and carefully tended parterres that frame each view without overwhelming it.

Here in Touraine, the arrival of spring does not announce itself loudly. It reveals itself gradually in the first blooms along the paths and in the calm harmony that defines Château de Chenonceau.

Early spring is a good time to visit before the real onslaught of tourists to one of Touraine's most popular sites.

“In Touraine, even the silence tells a story.”

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Part of the “Taken in Touraine” Series

Every Thursday, we pause somewhere in Touraine — a village, a vineyard, or a quiet riverside — to capture the spirit of this timeless Loire region.

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