Accessible Destination: a trip to Azay, Chinon and the Loire Valley… for everyone!

What if the best way to discover the Azay-Chinon region of the Loire Valley were to experience it together, without distinction? With its castles, museums, vineyards and cycle rides, the region offers a wealth of experiences designed to welcome as many people as possible. Whether you’re travelling with family, friends or as a couple, or if you have specific accessibility needs, here are a few ideas to help you plan a day full of discoveries.

Château d’Azay-le-Rideau – 19 Rue Balzac, 37190 Azay-le-Rideau
A true Renaissance gem set on the banks of the Indre, the Château d’Azay-le-Rideau invites you on a journey through time. Its elegant architecture and wooded grounds offer an immersive experience of history that captivates visitors of all ages. To ensure that everyone can make the most of this experience, the Interpretation Centre complements the tour (the interior of the castle is not accessible) with interactive displays and scale models that help visitors understand the monument.
Château d’Azay-le-Rideau – 19 Rue Balzac, 37190 Azay-le-Rideau
More information : azay-le-rideau.fr
Cité Rétro-Mécanique – Parc & Collection Maurice Dufresne
Get ready to be amazed as you discover one of the region’s most impressive collections of vintage machinery and vehicles. Classic cars, tractors, locomotives, aeroplanes, agricultural machinery and even some unusual items punctuate a fascinating tour that sparks memories and conversations.
The museum has been designed to facilitate access for wheelchair users, with a level route and a gentle access ramp, enabling them to enjoy almost all areas independently.
Cité Rétro-Mécanique – Parc & Collection M. Dufresne – 17 Rte de Marnay,
37190 Azay-le-Rideau
More informations sur musee-dufresne.com »
House of Poire Tapée
It’s impossible to visit the region without taking an interest in this iconic speciality of the Loire Valley. At the Maison de la Poire Tapée, you’ll be immersed in a unique local tradition as you discover the various stages of production, before rounding off your visit with a delicious tasting session.
The exhibition, which is fully accessible at ground level, features a film with French subtitles as well as adapted facilities, including dedicated parking spaces and accessible toilets, to ensure visitors are welcomed in the best possible conditions.
Maison de la Poire Tapée – 1 Chemin des écoliers, 37190 Rivarennes
More informations : maison-poire-tapee.fr
Domaine Pierre & Bertrand Couly
Wine lovers will enjoy a stop in the heart of the Chinon vineyards. At the Domaine Pierre & Bertrand Couly winery, the tour reveals the process from grape to wine, followed by a tasting of the estate’s wines.
The visitor centre is easily accessible thanks to car parks located in the immediate vicinity, allowing everyone to enjoy this convivial moment in comfortable surroundings.
Domaine P&B Couly – Rte de Tours, 37500 Chinon
More informations : pb-couly.com
Air Go Cyclo
Fancy exploring the area by bike? With Air go Cyclo, you can turn your dream of a cycling getaway into reality thanks to their range of adapted bikes for hire. To ensure you set off with confidence, their team will advise you on routes and can also help you get to grips with certain pieces of kit.
AiR’GO CYCLO
More informations sur airgo-cyclo.fr
All you have to do now is plan your itinerary and set off to explore a region where travel is designed to be truly inclusive.
Article written in collaboration with the Azay Chinon Val de Loire Tourist Office.