Loches & Angers: Two Ends of the Loire Valley

Loches & Angers: Two Ends of the Loire Valley

by | Dec 7, 2022 | Central and East

Today Oliver’s France highlights two towns, Angers and Loches, both in the Loire Valley. You might not have heard much about them but should definitely visit. These two towns lie at opposite ends of the famed valley of Renaissance castles and are vastly different from...
Tours, Gateway to the Loire Valley

Tours, Gateway to the Loire Valley

by | Nov 25, 2020 | Central and East

Tours, Gateway to the Loire Valley Tours, France is often called the Gateway to the Loire Valley, because it’s a great jumping-off point for visiting the many sites along the rich river valley…such as chateaux and vineyards. Despite this ideal centrality, you don’t...
Aside from Castles, Fun in the Loire Valley

Aside from Castles, Fun in the Loire Valley

by | Oct 21, 2020 | Central and East

Among travelers familiar with the Loire Valley, the first image that comes to many minds is castles. It’s true that the Loire Valley, just one and a half hours from Paris, is rich with history displayed in sumptuous castles. But there’s more. Much more. Turn your...