Visit the Château de Villandry
A castle and its sumptuous gardens
Completed around 1536, Château de Villandry is one of the last great châteaux built on the banks of the Loire during the Renaissance period. Remarkable for the harmony of its architecture, it invites you to discover a convivial, family-friendly setting, entirely restored. Located about 15 km from Loire et Châteaux campsite in Indre-et-Loireit offers a wonderful combination of heritage, elegance and exceptional gardens.
A restored Renaissance château
Harmonious architecture, furnishings and decor
The Château de Villandry’s harmonious architecture and carefully-crafted atmosphere are a delight. Each room recalls a particular period, thanks to its furnishings and careful decoration, for a visit rich in detail.
The place retains a friendly, family atmosphere, ideal for discovering Renaissance heritage in a pleasant setting. As you move from room to room, observing the ambience, decor and furnishings, you soon realize that Villandry knows how to entertain with elegance.
Exceptional terraced gardens
A green setting around the château
Château de Villandry owes its renown to its exceptional terraced gardens. Surrounding the château like a jewel case, they offer a remarkable stroll through the landscaped grounds.
Here you can discover the ornamental garden planted with tall boxwoods, the soothing, uncluttered water garden, the simple garden with its medicinal and culinary plants, the labyrinth of hornbeams and the sun garden. Each garden offers a different atmosphere, combining structure, calm, color and plant poetry.
A visit about 15 km from the campsite
A heritage outing during your stay
The Château de Villandry is around 15 km from Camping Loire et Châteaux. So you can easily take advantage of this visit during your stay, to discover one of the great sites of the Loire Valley.
With its Renaissance château, furnishings, meticulous decoration and sumptuous gardens, Villandry offers a charming getaway. It’s a great way to combine culture, walking and wonder… and, let’s face it, it’s enough to give the most motivated gardeners a few ideas.
