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LOIR-ET-CHER: ROYAL CHÂTEAUX AND SOLOGNE FOREST ESTATES

Châteaux rising from forests, great halls still echoing royal celebrations, hunting lodges around every turn. Sologne, land of kings and game.

≈ 10
Days
240
Km
9
Stops
📖 5 min read 🔄 Last updated: 2026-01-17

Explore Sologne and hunting châteaux. Visit Blois and its royal castle. Tour Chambord estate in the forest's heart. Discover Cheverny and its classical elegance. Enjoy Chaumont-sur-Loire gardens and exhibitions. Explore Romorantin and Sologne landscapes. Castles and forests compose a unique itinerary.

Your day-by-day itinerary

1
Day

Blois

château royal city majesty

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10 photos
Day 1
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Discover

1
Royal château (four architectural styles).
2
House of Magic.
3
Château de Chambord (the largest).
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Activities

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Sound and light show.
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Bicycle rental.
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Deer watching during rutting season (autumn).
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Next stop
Distance: 18.3 km
Travel time: 37min
2
Day

Chambord

château forest royal crown

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5 photos
Day 2
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Discover

1
Park (forest).
2
Château de Cheverny (original furniture).
3
Kennels (pack).
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Activities

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Tintin (Marlinspike Hall inspiration).
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Surrounding Sologne.
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Contemporary art.
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Next stop
Distance: 17.6 km
Travel time: 35min
3
Day

Cheverny

noble estate hunting lodge

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6 photos
Day 3
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Discover

1
International Garden Festival (April-November).
2
Sologne Museum.
3
Trinity Abbey.
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Activities

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Creative gardens.
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View of the Loire.
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Capital of Sologne.
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Next stop
Distance: 28 km
Travel time: 56min
4
Day

Chaumont Sur Loire

château river overlook tower

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6 photos
Day 4
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Discover

1
Water gate.
2
Saint-Gilles Chapel (frescoes).
3
Historic train station.
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Activities

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Gateway to Sologne.
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Near Chambord and Cheverny.
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Branch of the Loir.
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Next stop
Distance: 57.6 km
Travel time: 58min
5
Day

Romorantin Lanthenay

city regional market gateway

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8 photos
Day 5
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Discover

1
Troglodyte village.
2
"Butte aux Anglais".
3
Saint-Étienne Church.
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Activities

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Friday market.
→
Loir Valley.
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Troglodytes.
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Next stop
Distance: 34.5 km
Travel time: 1h09
6
Day

Bracieux

village forest hunting tradition

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5 photos
Day 6
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Discover

1
Village.
2
Medieval covered market.
3
Church.
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Activities

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Troglodyte dwellings.
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Talking well.
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Fishing.
+1 Optional activities
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Next stop
Distance: 57.5 km
Travel time: 58min
7
Day

Vendome

abbey town medieval stone

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6 photos
Day 7
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Discover

1
Trinity Abbey.
2
Castle.
3
Old town.
4
Water gate.
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Activities

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Branch of the Loir.
→
Gardens.
→
Friday market.
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Next stop
Distance: 20.3 km
Travel time: 41min
8
Day

Montoire Sur Le Loir

village river medieval crown

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3 photos
Day 8
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Discover

1
Saint-Gilles Chapel (frescoes).
2
Medieval bridge.
3
Historic train station.
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Activities

→
Loir Valley.
→
Troglodytes.
→
Vineyards.
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Next stop
Distance: 6.5 km
Travel time: 13min
9
Day

Troo

hilltop village cave houses

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6 photos
Day 9
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Discover

1
Troglodyte village.
2
Saint-Martin Collegiate Church.
3
"Butte aux Anglais".
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Activities

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Troglodyte dwellings.
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Talking well.
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Hiking.

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What weather should you expect?

Spring (April-June): Perfect weather, blooming countryside, ideal for all regions, moderate crowds, excellent value, romantic atmosphere.

Summer (July-August): Warmest weather, peak tourist season, highest prices, crowded attractions, perfect for Mediterranean coast, festival season.

Fall (September-October): Harvest season, comfortable temperatures, fewer crowds, wine regions spectacular, excellent photography, good value.

Winter (November-March): Christmas markets, ski season Alps, fewer crowds, lowest prices, cozy indoor attractions, cultural experiences.

How many days should I plan?

We believe you will enjoy this itinerary best by dedicating between 8 and 12 days. The next step will allow you to adjust the duration of your stay.

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