Domaine de Chaumont-sur-Loire
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This chateau here is one of the most beautiful in the Loire Valley. Really picture perfect example of a fairytale castle. Easy to access with parking closeby. Public restrooms, restaurants, many exhibitions, a wonderful park with valley views and amazing gardens. Well worth the entrance fee of 20 Euros. There's lots to see and do. The castle was built as it is today in the late 15th / early 16th Century. But was originally founded in the 10th century. Protected as a monument historique since 1840, the château was given into state ownership in 1938 and is now open to the public. It belonged to the Amboise family for five centuries. Pierre d'Amboise unsuccessfully rebelled against King Louis XI and his property was confiscated, and the castle was dismantled on royal order in 1465. It was later rebuilt by Charles I d'Amboise from 1465 to 1475 and then finished by his son, Charles II d'Amboise de Chaumont. The chateau itself is such a wonderful sight. And despite many visitors it's easy possible to get some great views and pictures of it. The grounds are very big, so it never feels crowded. It's just a beautiful piece of art and history. Besides the chateau there is a wonderful park area with picnic spots, many options to sit down and rest to enjoy the views of the castle and the valley. Makes a lovely circular walk through the park. Then there are the gardens. An amazing place - with its many paths and ways it feels like a maze at times. Nice to just wander around and to get lost a bit. Wonderful trees, bushes, flowers and more. Some greenhouses as well. It's a lovely place to be and to walk around. This Chateau and grounds are really impressive. One of the best castle experiences we've had yet. You can spend easily a whole day here. Always something new to explore. And: Dogs are welcome as well here. Our Bulldog enjoyed. And so did we. Highly recommended.
Alex HaasAlex Haas
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This is the second time we have visited here. It is one of the prettiest and well maintained out of all the Châteaus in the Loire valley. However since last going there seems to be a lot of changes. They have been very strict around rules, making it at times a little different to relax. We were taking a few moments under a tree with the dog to keep her out of the sun, but were instructed to move to another location, but could not see any reason🤷♂️, then wanted to visit the courtyard but was told I couldn't with the dog, but this was clearly not requiring entry into the main building so again could not understand why. Then to leave the courtyard you were forced to go through the shop, again changes. But don't be put off by these rather regimented ruled. It is amazing with loads of small unique gardens, beautiful buildings and large garden. Most are fine for your dog to visit and go early, there is a lot to see and your need the time. Icing on the cake, huge carpark for your motorhome
Ricky ClarkRicky Clark
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The garden festival was fun and nicely laid out. I would have to say that the designs were somewhat simple and I have seen most of it in America. However, the chateau Chamont and the main gardens for this chateau were absolutely gorgeous. The garden festival is located on the chateau's property. As well, there was always restrooms, gift shops and food whenever you needed it. Also, the tour through The chateau was very nice. Large collection of tapestries, furniture, paintings. Very nice. The whole place was very enjoyable and I definitely would go back and recommend it to everyone.
Lesa McIntyreLesa McIntyre
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Château superbement situé aux bords de la Loire, avec une vue dégagée sur les environs. La structure de l'édifice, plutôt bien conservée, avec son pont-levis donne un air particulier et agréable. Très beaux vitraux d'époque. Les alentours du domaine, les écuries et les jardins sont eux aussi très bien entretenus. Cependant, il est terriblement dommage qu'il y ait BEAUCOUP TROP d'œuvres d'art contemporain, qui sont vraiment laides et ne s'accordent pas du tout avec la beauté du lieu et ce qui est recherché dans un château... À tel point qu'à force il semble y en avoir bien plus que d'objets et de tableaux en phase avec l'époque de prospérité du château, dont l'histoire est inexpliquée et complètement reléguée au second plan (alors que c'est ce qui intéresse généralement le plus lors de la visite d'un tel édifice). Mais surtout, que dire de la beauté de la chapelle et de ses vitraux grandioses qui ont été complètement massacrés au profit d'une "décoration" véritablement désastreuse avec des branches disposées dans tous les sens et des objets n'ayant aucune vocation esthétique... 🙄 Aussi, difficile de comprendre la démarche recherchée en ayant détruit des livres (dont il n'existait aucune copie pour certains selon un guide) pour figer leur carcasse dans du verre. Il aurait sans doute été préférable de garder ces livres dans leur état d'origine. Ce surplus de techniques d'art moderne apporte une terrible touche négative à la visite. Décevant.
Ruben RibeiroRuben Ribeiro
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The castle is nice from the outside and has a nice and large lar and gardens. Unfortunately it is full of horible modern "art", I can only think of a reason as not having too much to display since the castle was a residence since the 1940's and that they had to fill it with something. However strange to see the chappel full of a fantasy of forrest elements, like if a Disney fairy tale scenario has covered a manmade place as it happened in Cernobyl.
Vlad LazarVlad Lazar
10
Are you fond of modern art and gardens? Lucky you🏆, this beautiful place has both😍 Put this place in your bucket!! new exposition every year, I will definitely try to come next year. You will need about 3-4 hours to explore all exhibition. Look for a small cafe 👀 in a basement in about 200 meters from the entrance to Gardens Festival, come and try out their artesanal 🍦 ! I took matcha and mango&ginger, it was 🤤😋
Anna MiroshnichenkoAnna Miroshnichenko
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478 Le Château, 41150 Chaumont-sur-Loire, France
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domaine-chaumont.fr
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attractions: Château de Chaumont, Association Millière Raboton homme de Loire., Le Port de Chaumont-sur-Loire, Écuries du Château de Chaumont, restaurants: Au Petit Troglo, La Madeleine de Proust, Fou d'Loire, Le Prieure, La Detente Gourmande, La Parenthèse, Au Phil' du Goût, Le Grand Chaume, Le Grand Velum • Restaurant du Château de Chaumont, Le comptoir des tilleuls

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