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HAUNTED LOIRE: FORGOTTEN CASTLES AND SPECTRAL LEGENDS

Stone corridors echoing with phantom footsteps, ruined châteaux guarding their legends, coastal mists veiling mysteries. The Loire, haunted by its past.

≈ 5
Days
353
Km
4
Stops
📖 3 min read 🔄 Last updated: 2026-01-17

Cross the Loire Valley's most mysterious stretch. Explore Châteaubriant and its ruins, wander Fontenay-le-Comte, reach Les Sables-d'Olonne's salty winds and observe how medieval stone dialogues with ocean.

Your day-by-day itinerary

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Day

Chateaubriant

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Day 1
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Château de Châteaubriant — Apparitions of Françoise de Foix on October 16; rumors of spectral processions.
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Activities

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Access: public — Exact coordinates (47.718, -1.376).
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Distance: 122 km
Travel time: 1h35
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Day

Brissac Loire Aubance

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Day 2
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Château de Brissac — "Green Lady" (Charlotte) in the towers; moaning at night.
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Activities

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Access: public — Exact coordinates (47.356, -0.448).
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Distance: 27 km
Travel time: 30min
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Day

Fontenay Le Comte

medieval town dark secrets

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Day 3
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Château du Plessis-Bourré (Écuillé) — Rumors of curses; phenomena in certain rooms.
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Activities

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Access: public — Exact coordinates (47.583, -0.610).
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Distance: 115 km
Travel time: 1h40
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Day

Les Sables D Olonne

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Day 4
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Abbaye de Maillezais (Marais poitevin) — Phantom monks in the mists, footsteps on water.
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Prieuré Saint-Nicolas (Les Sables-d'Olonne) — Legend of a sailor returned from the dead; strange sounds during storms.
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Activities

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Access: public — Maillezais (46.368, -0.735).
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Access: public — Prieuré Saint-Nicolas (46.491, -1.800).
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Distance: 89 km
Travel time: 1h35

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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 4 and 6 days. The next step will allow you to adjust the duration of your stay.

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