Château de Chaumont

Château de Chaumont

Less than 200 kilometers south of Paris, nestled between the cities of Tours and Blois, lies a poetic treasure. The Château de Chaumont-sur-Loire stands like a natural oasis on a 40-meter-high cliff overlooking the untamed Loire River. Today, this castle owned by the French Region Centre welcomes visitors year-round, offering access to its château and gardens throughout the year, as well as the unmissable International Garden Festival from April to late October.

Overlooking the Loire Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Château de Chaumont-sur-Loire is famed as both a Gothic defensive structure and a Renaissance pleasure palace. Everything here seems designed to inspire artistic emotion — the works of contemporary artists along the garden paths amaze, enchant, and move you. As you turn a corner or wander among the trees, you’ll encounter stunning artworks not only in unexpected spots but also within the castle’s historic sections, where masterpieces await. The Château de Chaumont-sur-Loire knows how to spark a brilliant dialogue between heritage and contemporary creation.

So let the surprises come your way, and continue to enjoy the unique atmosphere created by the International Garden Festival. Each year, the festival chooses a theme and presents around thirty surprising new creations. Year after year, these artworks immerse you in the world of plants and enchant you with their beauty.

Château de Chaumont

Must-visit reason: One of the most beautiful estates on the Loire River

Continent: Europe【Europe】

Country/Region: France[France]

Province/State: Centre Region [Centre Region]