Originally Posted by
Digger Goreman
My wife is from the Loire valley in Centre France. Not to be missed in my opinion. Amboise has the home of Leonardo da Vinci and castle of Francois Premeir. Other castle towns abound, including Chenonceau and Loches. They are rehabillitating the dungeon at Montrichard. Le Mans is in the area.
Agree with this. Did a week long self-directed tour in early August from Orleans to Tours. Blois and Amboise were places we stopped at. Lots to see... plus, lots of excellent bicycle paths. Enjoy
