Pass Châteaux “Premium“
9 Must-See Castles in the Loire Valley
Validity: 1 year - Price: from €128
With the Pass Châteaux “Premium”, you’ll have nine must-see castles in the Loire Valley at your fingertips (Chambord - Chenonceau - Amboise - Clos Lucé - Villandry - Azay-le-Rideau - Loches - Langeais - Chaumont-sur-Loire).
Château de Chambord: internationally renowned with over 1.2 million visitors each year, it is a symbol of royal power and the French art of living.
Château de Chenonceau: nicknamed the “Castle of the Ladies,” it captivates visitors with its architecture spanning the Cher River and its history shaped by exceptional women. A true Renaissance gem, it is one of the most visited and beloved sites in the Loire Valley.
Château royal d'Amboise: built on a hillside, the château royal d'Amboise offers a 360° view of the Loire landscapes, designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It’s no wonder this palace was one of the favorite sites of the kings of France!
The must-see exhibition: “On the Trail of the Traveling Princes”, running from June 9 to September 20, which highlights Renaissance-era expeditions.
Château du Clos Lucé: exploring this place is like stepping behind the scenes of one of the Renaissance’s most brilliant inventors! From his bedroom to his workshop, via his models and giant machines, the world of Leonardo da Vinci will hold no more secrets for you.
Château & gardens de Villandry: With its gardens designated as “Jardin Remarquable,” this Renaissance gem is a must-see in the Loire Valley! Geometric flowerbeds, an ornamental vegetable garden, an Andalusian-style garden, a maze… everything is designed to create a colorful journey! Next, visit the château and its richly furnished rooms, adorned with floral arrangements.
Château d’Azay-le-Rideau: perched on its “water mirror,” which reflects its Renaissance façade onto the Indre River, this monument blends Gothic architecture with Italian influences—a sight to admire from the gardens as well, right by the water’s edge.
The must-see exhibition: “Karen Knorr Lives in the Castle” from June 13 to November 1—a retrospective of over forty years of work by the American photographer.
Cité Royale de Loches: with its 37-meter-tall keep, it towers over the town and invites you on a journey back in time. Once a seat of power, this fortified city has welcomed “historical figures” such as Joan of Arc, Agnès Sorel, and Anne of Brittany.
Château de Langeais: It’s hard not to stop and admire Langeais Castle with its drawbridge, towers, and moat right in the heart of town! This 15th-century fortified site was notably the setting for a royal wedding: that of Anne of Brittany and Charles VIII.
Domaine de Chaumont-sur-Loire: a leading name in the world of art and gardens, it hosts the International Garden Festival every year, as well as a permanent collection of contemporary artworks in its park and within the castle walls.
The event not to be missed: the International Garden Festival, from April 19 to November 2, with the theme “The Garden Takes Center Stage” in 2026.
The Pass “Premium”, valid for one year from the date of purchase, gives you easy and convenient access to these nine sites with a single pass.
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A single Pass for access to nine of the Loire Valley’s most iconic châteaux, valid for one year from the date of purchase
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