Set on the banks of the Loire, Beaugency is a picturesque riverside town of cobbled streets, medieval bridges, and quiet charm. It is an ideal place to experience small-town heritage just a short drive away.

Known for its historic château and links to Louis XI, Meung-sur-Loire combines riverside walks with medieval streets and literary heritage tied to the poet François Villon.

A former royal staging post near Chambord, Bracieux preserves timbered houses, stone arcades, and a peaceful market square reflecting traditional Sologne village life.

Once the river port for Chambord’s construction, Saint-Dyé-sur-Loire offers Renaissance façades, a Romanesque church, and quiet quays shaped by Loire trade history.

Once Joan of Arc’s city of triumph, Orléans blends vibrant street life with Gothic grandeur, stylish shops, and elegant riverfront promenades - offering culture, character, and convenience close to Les Bordes.

Home to a royal château where several French kings resided, Blois layers medieval streets with Renaissance façades and strong links to Catherine de’ Medici and court intrigue.

Shaped by the Loire River, Vendôme features abbey ruins, medieval gates, and a town centre marked by feudal and religious heritage tied to France’s royal past.

A former royal residence, Amboise is closely linked to Leonardo da Vinci, who spent his final years nearby at Clos Lucé, overlooking the Loire.

Once a major political centre of the French kingdom, Tours is associated with Saint Martin, its Gothic cathedral, and a lively historic quarter.

Perched above vineyards, Sancerre is internationally renowned for its white wines and offers hilltop views, Roman origins, and strong links to Loire viticulture.

Bourges is dominated by its UNESCO-listed cathedral, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture, and a preserved medieval centre reflecting its former regional power.

Developed around a medieval castle on the Indre River, Châteauroux blends industrial heritage with nearby nature reserves and the traditions of the Berry region.

Chinon’s fortress overlooks the Vienne River and is associated with Joan of Arc and the Plantagenet kings, marking it as a key medieval stronghold.

A city of culture, cuisine, and enduring romance, Paris reveals grand boulevards, world-famous monuments, and layered history. With fast rail links, it makes a rewarding and memorable day trip.

Known for its hilltop château and historic cavalry school, Saumur unites military tradition with wine culture and river landscapes.

Anchored by a vast medieval fortress, Angers houses the Apocalypse Tapestry and reflects a strong ducal history at the heart of Anjou.