10 Nature & Parks in Loir-et-Cher That You Shouldn't Miss

In Averdon and Marolles, the reserve serves as a 296 hectares refuge for the fauna and flora of the Petite Beauce. Following the trail, you will discover a mosaic of natural environments: forests, valley bottom wetlands, grasslands and copses. About 3000 species are found in the reserve., which is also home to an important protohistoric necropolis.

Although built at the same time of the great castles in the Loire valley, Talcy remains untouched by the popular Italian style and its love of decoration. The wells, outhouses including press and dovecote and the garden all emphasize the rural nature of the estate. The castle has retained its interior decoration and furniture from the 18th century. Site with the "Outstanding Garden" label. Open: > 2nd May to 4th September: from 9.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. > 5th September to 30th April: from 10 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Last admission 1 hr before closing time. Closed: > Tuesdays from 1st October to 31st March. > 1st January, 1st May and 25th December. Admission fees: Adults : 5,50 €; Concessions (18 to 25) = 4 €; Free admission: minors under 18*; Free admission: 18-25 years old* (citizens of one of the 27 countries of the EU or are non-European permanent residents of France) * excluding school groups

You will find yourself in a timeless garden with a peaceful atmosphere around a freshwater lake with its waterfall. In all seasons the romantic setting of Le Plessis Sasnieres is ideal for a stroll. You are enchanted by the abundance of rosebushes - ancient and modern varieties - subtly combined with perennials. The flowery fence around the large vegetable garden and its original arched pergola.

The commandery of Arville is one of the best preserved Knights Templar commanderies in France with its church and fortied porch (12th century), stables, tithe barn and dovecote (15th-16th centuries). The museum reveals the fascinating story of the Knights Templar and the Crusades. An immersive exhibition with 8 galleries oers you an interactive experience : it’s as if you were travelling to Jerusalem. Audioguides and exhibition notes in English are available to enhance your visit.

The Office of Tourism Sud Val de Loire is open all year and assists and advises you to enjoy your stay in the beautiful Loire Valley. Accommodation, recreational sites and activities , it is the knowledge of the territory and more than 250 partners that offers our team. Based on the commune of the famous and renowned ZooPark of Beauval , your stay will be punctuated with visits to castles of the Loire: Chenonceau , Blois, Amboise, Chaumont-sur-Loire and Chambord ; sports and nautical activities: hiking, horseback riding , quad biking , canoeing ... ; culinary discoveries : wine , goat cheese , biscuits ... open on sunday from june to september