Things to do in Chenonceau Castle
The Chenonceau Castle (Château de Chenonceau) is second-most visited castle of France after the Palace of Versailles. It has remained quite intact over the centuries and has been classified 'Monument Historique' by the French Ministry of Culture since 1840.
Called the 'Château des Dames' (Ladies Castle), Chenonceau Castle has passed from hand to hand among the most powerful and rich families of France over the centuries: François I, Diane de Poitiers, Catherine de Medici. The latter established Chenonceau Castle as her favorite residence holding sumptuous parties, expanding the property and constantly renovating its grandeur and splendor.
Used as a military hospital during WWI, requisitioned by the Nazis during WWII and bombed repeatedly, Chenonceau Castle advanced through history only getting stronger. Its flower gardens, furniture, antique tapestries and paintings bear witness to its prestigious past.
Our recommendations in Chenonceau Castle
Day trip to Chambord, Chenonceau and Amboise from Paris with wine tasting
Discover the Loire Valley Castles, enjoying a day trip. Visit Chambord, Chenonceau and Amboise with your guide.
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Loire Valley Castles and wine tasting day trip from Paris
Explore Loire Valley castles and enjoy a wine tasting on this day trip from Paris. You'll see the beauty of this region with an expert tour guide.
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2-day excursion to Mont Saint-Michel, Loire Valley Chateaux and Wine Tasting from Paris
Book a 2-day excursion from Paris to visit the Mont Saint-Michel and the Castle of Langeais and Chenonceau in the Loire Valley. Wine tasting in Chenonceau included.
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3-day excursion in Normandy, Mt Saint-Michel, Loire Valley from Paris
Book this 3-day excursion to Normandy Landing beaches, Mont Saint Michel, and Loire Valley.
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Day trip to Chambord, Chenonceau and Amboise from Paris with wine tasting
Discover the Loire Valley Castles, enjoying a day trip. Visit Chambord, Chenonceau and Amboise with your guide.
en
Loire Valley Castles and wine tasting day trip from Paris
Explore Loire Valley castles and enjoy a wine tasting on this day trip from Paris. You'll see the beauty of this region with an expert tour guide.
en
2-day excursion to Mont Saint-Michel, Loire Valley Chateaux and Wine Tasting from Paris
Book a 2-day excursion from Paris to visit the Mont Saint-Michel and the Castle of Langeais and Chenonceau in the Loire Valley. Wine tasting in Chenonceau included.
en, it, fr, es, pt
3-day excursion in Normandy, Mt Saint-Michel, Loire Valley from Paris
Book this 3-day excursion to Normandy Landing beaches, Mont Saint Michel, and Loire Valley.
en, es
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Chenonceau Castle
Chenonceaux
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Reviews Chenonceau Castle
“Event better than I thought !”
“Le château, avec sa situation sur le fleuve et son parc est superbe. Hélas, avec tous ces atouts, il est victime de sa renommée. Il devient donc très difficile de pouvoir le visiter sans qu'il y ait trop de monde ; cela rend la visite moins agréable...Mais qu'y faire ?”
“BonsoirLa décoration est magnifique et l'histoire du château est bien expliquée sur le livret même si des compléments d'infos importantes sont données par l'audioguide. Cordialement Famille Pontoire”
