Visit the Loiret

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Nature and Hiking Territory
The Loiret side of Sologne
The Forest de Sologne is a wilderness still reserved for nature lovers, a land of serenity far from roads and noise, where the enchantments of light and mist play out according to the time of day and the seasons. Between oak, hornbeam and chestnut groves, romantic birch groves, large coniferous plantations, carpets of flowering heather , secret ponds nestled in reedbeds with their wooden bungs rising from the still waters, you'll spend unforgettable moments.
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Festoye on the banks of the Loire
Orleans
Where else can you discover the history of France through medieval and Renaissance houses, dance the salsa with a view of the Loire and pedal along the redeveloped quays of the Loire? Look no further, welcome to Orléans! As you can see, Orléans has something for everyone, whether you're looking for a family stay in a City Break Holiday cottage in the heart of the city, or a get-together with friends. Even lovers and solos will be pampered in the city's charming Bed and breakfasts, where a warm welcome is a tradition.
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A sumptuous Rose Garden
Parc Floral de la Source
Come and visit an extraordinary garden! Since 1967, the Parc Floral de la Source in Orléans has been highlighting and creating new gardens and spaces for beautiful plant and animal discoveries, in the midst of rare species. It's the ideal place for a day out with the family, a stroll with friends or a romantic getaway.
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The fortress of the Dukes of Orléans
Beaugency Castle
The Beaugency fortress has been lovingly restored to protect the old city. Its Romanesque keep rises to 36 meters. Long inhabited by the Lords of Beaugency, it became the property of the Dukes of Orléans until the French Revolution.
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Medieval nugget in the Loire Valley
Château de Sully-Sur-Loire
Whether you're a history buff or simply curious, the Château de Sully is the perfect place to spend a timeless moment with family or friends. Take advantage of our guided tours or our many interactive activities throughout the year. Want to play? who was the great Sully? In 14 rooms, take a tour of the owner, illustrious statesman and loyal companion of King Henri IV. From the medieval dungeon to private rooms containing paintings, tapestries and statues, you'll find out all about the life and career of the Duke of Sully thanks to the Géomotifs application.
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Discover one of the "Most Beautiful Detours in France"
Montargis
Spend a day with family or friends strolling through the pêcherie district, touring the 131 bridges of the " Venice of the Gâtinais " and finishing with a gourmet break at the Maison de la Prasline.
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Discover the Loiret with river tourism
Briare canal bridge
Embark on your freshwater sailor's dreams across the Loiret: embark on river tourism along the Canal de Briare. The Canal de Briare is the oldest canal in the Loiret region, since it was begun in 1604 and opened to navigation in 1642 between Briare and Montargis .
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A fortress built by Charlemagne
Château de Gien and its Museums
Come and discover the Château de Gien, where a new showcase has been created. It's one of the oldest châteaux in the Loire Valley, a place where great historical figures have lived, and a château that has undergone many changes.
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A descent into the castle's sinister underground!
Château de Meung Sur Loire
The remains of the 12th-century towers stand alongside an 18th-century facade, giving the château an air of Versailles. Liberated by Joan of Arc after her victory at Orléans, the château became the prestigious fortified residence of the bishops of Orléans, home to some of the greatest names in French history, and later served as a prison.
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Biodiversity and two long-distance Hiking trails
Orleans Forest
Out of a total surface area of almost 60,000 hectares, 35,000 hectares of the Orléans Forest are managed by the Office National des Forêts, making it the largest state-owned forest in France.
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Most Beautiful Villages in France
Yèvre-le-Châtel
The village of Yèvre-le-Châtel in the Loiret regionhas been awarded the "Plus Beaux Villages de France" label. Yèvre-le-Châtel is the only commune in the Loiret to have been awarded this distinction. The village represented the Centre-Val de Loire region in the 2018 edition of "Le Village préféré des Français".
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Calligraphers, illuminators...
Printing Museums
Would you like to help your Kids discover that not everyone communicates by text message, and that before emoticons, Gutenberg's 26 lead soldiers enabled people to dream, love, share and express themselves? Then head for Malesherbes and its printing workshop museum.