In need of cooling surrounds? Beaches, water sports, tours on the Loire… Seek out our suggestions for avoiding the summer heat and try out our ideas for finding refreshing spots.
Endremage – Traditional boat...
LANGEAIS
Step aboard a traditional boat for a guided tour of the Loire - 1 or 2 hour options. Set sail from the bridge at...
Château of Champchevrier
CLERE-LES-PINS
The same family has lived in the Château since 1728. It was rebuilt during the Renaissance and completed in the 18th...
Chateau of Gizeux
GIZEUX
14 - 16 century. This is the largest residence in western Touraine (furnished and inhabited). Gallery of Renaissance...
Château and park of Cinq-Mars
CINQ-MARS-LA-PILE
A 12th-century château, with additions from the 14th, 15th and 16th centuries, previously owned by the Marquis de Cinq...
Lake of Val Joyeux
CHATEAU-LA-VALLIERE
Activities: BMX track, tennis, fitness trail, fishing, picnic areas, pétanque, kids' games, volleyball court.
Château of Langeais and its park
LANGEAIS
15 century. Outstanding collection of furniture and tapestries (15th & 16th-centuries). Sound and light show relating...
Lake of Hommes
HOMMES
This lake in former quarries is ideal for relaxing and swimming in clear waters surrounded by a vast natural setting...
Rillé Wake Park
RILLE
From the 21/05/2020
The first Wake Park in Touraine! Come and enjoy water activities in the first wake park in Touraine, located in a...
La Martinienne
CHOUZE-SUR-LOIRE
45 minute trip along the River Loire on "La Martinière Couzé-sur-Loire", a traditional boat. Enjoy its very rich and...
Chinon Loisirs Activités Nature
CHINON
From the 01/04/2020
Canoes and kayak hire, from 2 hours to several days. Canoeing expeditions of 6, 16, 32 or 45 km, or multi-day trips.