A guide to the towns of the Loire Valley. Saturday 07 October 2006 00:00 BST. ... the city of Charles VIII and François 1er has got over any monarchical complexes to become a lively riverside town.

Welcome to the enchanting Loire Valley, often referred to as the “Garden of France”! In this video, we’ll explore the stunning landscapes, historic castles, and world-class vineyards that ...

CHAUMONT-SUR-LOIRE, France – There are hundreds of miles of bike trails through the chateaux towns of the Loire Valley — and that's what tripped us up.

Next, let’s unravel the unique allure of Cabernet Franc, a personal favorite. Chinon, a quaint medieval town nestled in the heart of the Loire Valley, is where history and viticulture intertwine ...

Known as ‘The Garden of France’, the Loire Valley has been settled since the Palaeolithic era, over 50,000 years ago – and it’s easy to see why.