Title: Visit Loir-et-Cher: Best of Loir-et-Cher Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.co.uk [Loir-et-Cher Hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Loir-Et-Cher.d6051040.Hotel-Destinations)[Holiday Rentals in Loir-et-Cher](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Loir-Et-Cher.d6051040.Holiday-Rental-Destinations)[Loir-et-Cher Flights](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Loir-Et-Cher.d6051040.Flight-Destinations)[Things to do in Loir-et-Cher](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Loir-Et-Cher.d6051040.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Loir-et-Cher Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Loir-Et-Cher.d6051040.Car-Hire-Destinations)[Loir-et-Cher Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Loir-Et-Cher.d6051040.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Loir-et-Cher Travel Guide ## Centre-Loire Valley ![Chateau de Chambord which includes a castle and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6107686/7c86cf25-ca0d-4bc2-8a27-571edc24823d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Chateau de Chambord which includes a castle and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6107686/7c86cf25-ca0d-4bc2-8a27-571edc24823d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Chateau de Cheverny showing a castle and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6107680/47333f1a-b1ee-4bef-a611-98558ff3ae17.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Chateau de Chambord which includes a castle and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6107686/b663c92f-2aee-4055-b632-187723316f2f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Chateau de Chambord which includes views, interior views and a castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6107686/0649737b-ba2d-4731-9adf-27b1c4dbe77f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) #### Meander through valleys and enchanting villages to see castles of all shapes and sizes in the land of Joan of Arc. Loir-et-Cher is a fairytale department with châteaus reflecting its importance during medieval times. Religious wars and invasions from foreign armies are responsible for many of these defensive castles. Find quaint villages, valleys and vast meadows on a pleasant trip around the region, noting the nuances of individual châteaus. The city of Blois provides a sense of the region’s culture. It features one of the region’s most prestigious castles, the Château de Blois, which is known as the site where Joan of Arc brought her banner to be blessed. Tour some of the 564 rooms to learn about its intriguing history. See the various art and history installations dotted around the castle. Attend the nearby Muséum d’Histoire Naturelle to see scientific and artistic displays on the region’s natural history. In Chambord, ride a horse and carriage to the majestic Château de Chambord. Visit the quaint village of Cheverny for its two castles, including the Château de Troussay, which prides itself on being Loire’s smallest castle. Enter the Tintin exhibit in nearby Château de Cheverny, an ideal place for kids to enjoy its dogs, treasure hunts and canal trips. Witness the spectacular light show at the Gothic Château de Chaumont. The castle participates in the International Garden Festival, showcasing its extraordinary grounds. Many other charming villages and châteaus are dotted around this picturesque province. Try their local delicacies, such as goat cheese, honey and Tatin cake, made from caramelized apples. The region has cold winters, with occasional snow flurries, and pleasantly hot summers. The province is in the Loire Valley in central France. Its name comes from two rivers that cross the north and south of the province. Blois is 110 miles (180 kilometres) south of Paris, which should take 2 hours to reach by car. The capital also has the nearest international airport. The châteaus of Loir-et-Cher are not just fit for a king and queen, but also little princes and princesses, offering games, exhibits, gardens and treasure hunts. ### Popular cities in Loir-et-Cher [Blois Known for Castle, Cathedrals and Cheese ](https://expedia.co.uk/Blois.dx4751) Nestled on the northern banks of the Loire River, Blois features an attractive old town, a stunning castle and fine surrounding countryside. ## Reasons to visit - Royal Château of Blois - St. Louis Cathedral [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Blois.dx4751)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Blois-Hotels.d4751.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Chambord Known for Castle, Hunting and Wildlife ](https://expedia.co.uk/Chambord.dx6194254) Visit a spectacular château that is among the marvels of the globe. 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