🇫🇷 Tours: France's Forgotten Former Capital ✨

🚄 Just 1.5h from Paris (Montparnasse → Tours) 🩷 This hidden gem blends history, culture, and tranquility—perfect for a Paris escape! Once the Renaissance-era capital, Tours boasts: Roman roots (since 1st century AD) Medieval fortresses Loire Valley châteaux (UNESCO World Heritage) 🏰 Must-Visit Spots Old Town Tours: Half-timbered houses & cobblestone lanes Place Plumereau (vibrant café square) 🐎 Equestrian Adventures: Les Ecuries d‘Anadé (30min drive) Centre Equestre de la Grenadiere (15min drive) 🏞️ Quais de la Loire: Stroll the serene riverbanks—1/3 of the route to Les Ecuries follows the Loire! 🏠 Where to Stay The People Hostel (10min to downtown) Nemea Appart Hotel (kitchenettes, 10min to train station) Best Western Plus l'Artist Hôtel (retro red-themed decor) 🍽️ Foodie Highlights Blend&Shaker Pub: Craft cocktails & tasty bites 🍹 Siam Restaurant: Local Chinese cuisine 🥢 🌟 Why You'll Love Tours ✔ Fewer crowds than Paris ✔ Castle day-trips (Chambord, Chenonceau nearby) ✔ Slow-paced charm with 2,000 years of history #ToursTravel #ParisDayTrip #HiddenFrance #LoireValley #CastleHopping #SoloTravel