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Loire Valley

Crossed by the Loire, Centre is lit up by the light of the river - the source of inspiration for the great artists who were summoned throughout history to work on some of the gems of French architecture.
The Loire is the longest river in France (635 miles) --flowing north from its source in central France, then west to the Atlantic. But it is the 150-mile stretch from Angers to Orléans that for centuries was the favorite abode of pleasure-loving nobility who built feudal fortresses to protect them in an age of constant war.

 
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Loire UNESCO image 45x45Loire Valley Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site
The magnificent and historic Loire Valley has earned its spot among UNESCO's World Heritage Sites.
Vins 45x45Where to Buy Loire Valley Wines in the U.S.

Have a taste of the Loire
without leaving home!

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Festival des Jardins - 45x45Festival des Jardins
Chateau Chaumont-sur-Loire, Apr. 30 - Oct. 19.

Chartres en lumiere - 45x45Chartres in Lights
April 11 to September 20 in Chartres.

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Getting to the Loire Valley

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Plane

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Train
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Wines of the Loire
Wines of the Loire Valley

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