More of what spring will bring...at Chateau de Chenonceau

Chateau de Chenonceau in April

Photo Friday - Chateau de Rouvray

Chateau de Rouvray just outside the village of Chambon in Southern Touraine is,externally at least, rather pleasant to the eye. What is revealed today is the combination of centuries of remodelling. Internally it has been modified to suit modern day living and most of the original features have been lost. As a private dwelling it is only available to view on patrimoine days or by appointment during the summer months

A working drawbridge and a filled moat, a rare thing amongst our chateaux.

I remember the first time we came across Chateau du Chatelier during a exploratory drive around Southern Touraine and the delight in finding a castle with a moat and a drawbridge.

We have been back several times as we have friends who have a house that actually looks on to the chateau...how lucky are they?

Presidential visit...

If you are planning to head over to Loches today to visit the market be aware that there may be a bit of disruption as President Macron is making a visit to a school in the town tomorrow. 

Tuesday for towns in Centre-Val de Loire - Vendome

Vendome is located 35 km northwest Blois in the department of Loir et Cher. It is a picturesque town made more so by the effect of the river Loir (without the 'e') which divides it into islands connected by waterways.

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Monday's Loire Valley chateau - Chinon

The chateau / fortress at Chinon extends over 500 metres along the ridge overlooking the Vienne river. It is not known what the original construction would have looked like but we know it was made of three different strongholds separated by dry moats.

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