Christmas in Loire Valley châteaux
From Saturday, November 29, 2025 to January 4, 2026, the spirit of the season returns to six of the Loire Valley's most famous châteaux. It's “Christmas in the land of castles”! In each location, magical decorations, staging and unique events based on legends, tales and sweets are sure to delight young and old alike. From now on: the event programme, Passes 3, 4, 5 and 6 châteaux, and all-inclusive stays to enjoy the event!
And if you're waiting to count down the days until Christmas, check out the video for Noël au Pays des Châteaux 2025!
Discover our Passes
A little, a lot, or madly? Throughout the event, enjoy special rates with Passes for 3, 4, 5, or 6 castles to discover at your leisure.
Bonus gift for the holiday season: these Passes give you access to exclusive offers (discounts in toy, craft and local product shops and partner leisure providers: escape games, sidecars, cooking classes, etc.).
Discover our stays
The Tours Val de Loire Tourist Office offers two all-inclusive packages for a truly magical Christmas experience. For two or three days of your choice, enjoy your getaway in Touraine to the fullest and with complete peace of mind. The package includes your Pass (for three or five châteaux), accommodation with breakfast in a three-star hotel in Tours, dinners, and mulled wine and crêpes at the Tours Christmas market.
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Each château opens its doors for one evening so visitors can admire the decorations after dark.
- Villandry Castle: Saturday, December 6
- Azay-le-Rideau Castle: Saturday, December 13
- Royal Castle of Amboise: Saturday, December 20
- Chenonceau Castle: Thursday, December 23
- Royal Fortress of Chinon: Saturday, December 28
- Royal City of Loches: Monday, December 29
