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Blois Castle

Name: Deluxe France
Address: 707 Chemin du Quintin, Salon-de-Provence, 13300, EN
Telephone: 09 72 30 10 31

Perched above the Loire River in the heart of the city, the Château de Blois is a living chronicle of French history and architecture. Once the residence of seven kings and ten queens, this royal château showcases an extraordinary blend of Gothic, Renaissance, and Classical styles. Its richly layered past and architectural diversity offer visitors a captivating journey through centuries of royal intrigue and artistic evolution.

highlights

Marvel at the château's four distinct wings, each representing a pivotal era in French architecture: Medieval, Gothic, Renaissance, and Classical.
Explore the royal apartments adorned with vibrant polychrome decorations, meticulously restored to reflect their Renaissance splendor.
Stroll through the King's Gardens, a contemporary reinterpretation of the original Renaissance gardens, offering panoramic views of Blois and the Loire Valley.

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DESCRIPTION

The Château de Blois is a remarkable symbol of French royal history, blending four architectural styles, Medieval, Gothic, Renaissance, and Classical, in one grand residence. Home to seven kings and ten queens, it reflects the shifting tastes and ambitions of the monarchy across centuries.

Visitors enter through the Gothic Louis XII wing and explore the Renaissance masterpiece commissioned by François I, featuring a monumental spiral staircase. The Classical wing by François Mansart adds harmony and grandeur. Inside, richly decorated royal apartments reveal Renaissance opulence, while the château also houses the Musée des Beaux-Arts, with artworks spanning the 16th to 19th centuries.

Outside, the King’s Gardens blend Renaissance landscaping with modern elegance, offering stunning views of Blois and the Loire. The château’s unique fusion of styles makes it a living history of French architectural evolution, unmatched in the Loire Valley.

Good To Know

*Open daily

*Just opposite the Museum of Magic, great for families

INCLUDED / NOT INCLUDED

Included

Please note that this visit is included within a full day private tour and is conducted in a private vehicle with a dedicated English-speaking driver-guide, ensuring a comfortable round-trip from your hotel.
Entrance fees are generally included, unless otherwise specified.

Not included

Gratuities and personal expenses

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