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Leisure and activities in Amboise and the surrounding area
Domaine du Val d'Amboise - Val de Loire
On-site activities
Enjoy activities on site or near the Domaine du Val d’Amboise, furnished apartment rentals in Indre-et-Loire (37)
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Activities in the region
The activities in the region are rich and exciting. From sightseeing to wine tasting, you’re sure to find what you’re looking for.
Heritage
Discover the rich cultural and traditional heritage of the Loire Valley
Amboise Castle
Amboise Castle
Overlooking the Loire River and the town of Amboise, the Royal Castle of Amboise is one of the great châteaux of the Loire Valley and a major symbol of the French Renaissance. Formerly the residence of the kings of France, it was home to Charles VIII and Francis I, who helped introduce Italian artistic influence into French architecture.
The Clos Lucé
The Clos Lucé
Located in the heart of Amboise, the Château du Clos Lucé is famous for being Leonardo da Vinci’s last home. Invited to France by King Francis I, the Italian genius spent the last three years of his life there in the early 16th century.
Chenonceau Castle
Chenonceau Castle
Located about fifteen minutes from Amboise, the Château de Chenonceau is one of the most famous châteaux in the Loire Valley. Nicknamed the ‘Château des Dames’ (Ladies’ Castle), it owes its history and elegance to several remarkable women, notably Diane de Poitiers and Catherine de Medici, who left their mark on its architecture and gardens.
Nature
Discover the Loire Valley and its unspoilt nature
The Loire
The Loire
In Amboise, the Loire shapes the landscape and identity of the region. France’s longest river, the Loire flows through the region, offering spectacular views combining sandbanks, natural islands and vine-covered hillsides.
Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Loire Valley is a veritable treasure trove of nature and heritage. From the quays of Amboise or the paths that run alongside the river, visitors can admire magnificent views of the Royal Castle of Amboise and the Loire landscapes.
The Amboise Forest
The Amboise Forest
Located just a few minutes from Amboise, the Amboise Forest is a vast natural area appreciated for its peaceful landscapes and biodiversity. Formerly a royal forest, it now offers numerous trails ideal for walks, hikes and nature outings.
Gastronomy
Goat's cheese
Goat's cheese
The Loire Valley is renowned for its goat’s cheeses, and the area around Amboise offers wonderful opportunities to discover this local expertise. Produced on farms and in artisan cheese dairies in Touraine, these cheeses come in a variety of forms: fresh, mature, ash-coated or even slightly creamy.
Loire wine
Loire wine
The area surrounding Amboise lies at the heart of the Loire Valley vineyards, one of France’s largest wine-producing regions. For centuries, the hillsides bordering the Loire River have produced elegant, well-balanced wines that are prized for their freshness and finesse.
Tours rillette
Tours rillette
A signature dish of the Touraine region, Rillettes de Tours are a staple of local cuisine around Amboise. Made from pork that has been slowly cooked in its own fat, they are distinguished by their rich texture and slightly caramelised pieces of meat, which give them a rich and authentic flavour.
Leisure activities
The mini-castle park
The mini-castle park
In the heart of a wooded park, more than 40 faithful models of the region’s great châteaux – such as Chambord, Chenonceau and Azay-le-Rideau – are reproduced to scale with a remarkable level of detail.
Hot air balloons
Hot air balloons
Discovering Amboise and the Loire Valley by hot air balloon is one of the region’s most iconic experiences. Gently carried by the wind, you will fly over the landscapes of the Loire Valley with spectacular views of the châteaux, vineyards and river.
