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  • 5/5 Sasha 2 years ago on Google
    Without the slightest exaggeration, this place is one of the most beautiful places I have visited. The castle is beautiful and with such a great historical load, it is incredible to be able to be in the same places where the great ladies of France once lived. The gardens are wonderful, you just don't know what to see first.
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  • 5/5 Sun L. 6 months ago on Google • 462 reviews
    The Château de Chenonceau is above and beyond stunning! The interior of the castle is gorgeous. The artwork, tapestries, and furniture are all uniquely beautiful. I was incredibly impressed by the exquisite floral arrangements in every room and hallway! The gardens are lovely. So peaceful and serene! I'm so thankful we had enough time to walk the entire property. The swan lake was so fun to see! I thoroughly enjoyed every inch of this charming castle!

  • 5/5 How it is L. 6 months ago on Google • 153 reviews
    The Château de Chenonceau is above and beyond stunning! The interior of the castle is gorgeous. The artwork, tapestries, and furniture are all uniquely beautiful. I was incredibly impressed by the exquisite floral arrangements in every room and hallway! The gardens are lovely. So peaceful and serene! I'm so thankful we had enough time to walk the entire property. The swan lake was so fun to see! I thoroughly enjoyed every inch of this charming castle!
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  • 4/5 kelso4001 2 years ago on Google
    Beautiful castle over the river Cher. Almost like a fairy tale castle. Nicely furnished inside. The Gardens are neat as well, even in the winter. Wines are made nearby, you can go into those cellars, pretty good too, we got several bottles. Kayak tours can be done in the summer and you can go under the arches beneath the castle and get some killer views. The main gallery was gorgeous. The castle doesn’t feel medieval, it’s just amazing.
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  • 5/5 Irwin M. 4 months ago on Google • 217 reviews
    This chateau is incredibly wonderful, and its position over a river makes it one of the most unique chatueaus in the entire Loire Valley and in the whole of France. This place was once home to kings and queens including Catherine de Medici and it shows. The grounds has an impressive French garden as well.
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  • 5/5 Carlos Francisco R. 2 years ago on Google
    One of the most beautiful castles in the Loire Valley. There is a park in front of the castle, crossing the Cher River, where you can see the actual castle exterior for free.
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  • 5/5 Hotaru 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It was a very beautiful old castle. The ceiling of each room was high and luxurious. The first floor of the gallery that stretches over the river was very beautiful. In the olden days, dinner parties were held here, so you can see the kitchen connected to it. There are various small rooms in the kitchen, and the ones used at that time are exhibited. The appearance allows you to take beautiful pictures from any angle. I went on a tour and took about 2 hours including lunch time, but it was just a photo shoot. The restaurant nearby wasn't very popular so I bought a sandwich at the station. (Original) とても美しい古城でした。 居城部分の作りはどの部屋も天井は高く豪華でした。川の上に伸びるギャラリー部分の一階はとても綺麗な作りでした。 昔はここで晩餐会などが開かれてたということで、それに連接する調理場を見ることができます。調理場にはいろんな小部屋があり、当時使用されていた物が展示されています。 外観はどの角度からも美しく写真を撮る事ができます。 ツアーで行き、昼食の時間も含めて2時間ほど取りましたが、写真撮影だけで終わりました。 近くにあるレストランはあまり評判が良くなかったので、駅でサンドイッチを買って行きました。
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  • 5/5 Chrissi H. 1 year ago on Google
    One if not THE most beautiful castle along the Loire! It is simple, without a lot of “fuzz” yet absolutely stunning. The fresh flowers and bouquets in almost all of the rooms provides a feeling of homeliness, as if someone would still be living there. The parks and gardens are beautiful and well maintained. The woods around it invite to beautiful walks. The labyrinth is fun for kids and adults alike. There’s even a place with donkeys, goats and chicken. A tour inside the castle takes about 1-1 1/2 hour. There are lots of small stairways. It is not suitable for prams or wheelchairs. As it is a fairly small castle and people cross paths especially on the stairs, the number of visitors at a time is restricted. You can book your visits on advance online. Parking is free.
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  • 5/5 dragon 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very beautiful castle, one of the most beautiful of the Loire châteaux. Surrounded by the Cher and very beautiful gardens. Magnificent park and forest. A very present and very rich history of France. Free parking, catering on site. A must visit (Original) Tres beau château, l un des plus beaux des châteaux de la Loire. Entouré par le Cher et de très beaux jardins. Parc et forêt magnifiques. Une histoire de France très presente et très riche. Un parking gratuit, restauration sur place. Une visite incontournable
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  • 5/5 Jenya G. 2 years ago on Google
    A very impressive castle, a neat and spectacular compound, suitable for visiting with the children. Spectacular and rich interior rooms with a special atmosphere that helps to understand and study the Renaissance period even further. Huge spaces to visit, you need to plan a visit of a good few hours to enjoy all this beauty. Toilets are only in a cafe complex and this requires getting organized with the kids.
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  • 5/5 Janice M. 2 years ago on Google
    I could have spent the whole day here. The chateau is amazing and the gardens are gorgeous. The kitchen down below could be easily missed, but don't. I would love to rent a kayak and go underneath on the Cher! Next time?! Don't miss the wine celler and the apothecary.
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  • 5/5 Loren H. 2 years ago on Google
    Absolutely my favorite place in all of France so far. So peaceful. So graceful. So beautiful. And, as a bonus, you can actually feel the family vibe here, versus just another ancient and abandoned chateau.
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  • 5/5 Jonathan H. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful castle, you can explore all of the inside. The audio guide was good but was super annoying having to press another button on the screen for each room you entered. It would often glitch and you wouldn't be able to press any of the numbers so you should input them manually to avoid that problem. There are beautiful flowers in every room which have come from the very well maintained flower garden.
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  • 5/5 Patrick P. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful chateau that actually learned me quite a lot about French history as well. And about the quirky family tree of most royals. It’s Unesco world heritage, in pristine state and well worth a visit when you’re in the area. We spent about 2 hours and visited the full castle, but we did not manage to fully walk both parks. They were beautiful in August. I can imagine they’re even nicer in spring. Bonus: you can exit the bridge of the castle in the back and visit the parks there and stroll past the river banks. They give you a stamp and you’ll be able to enter back in from that side. Only when you already have a ticket. Almost forgot to mention: you can roam around a special garden with a ‘vegetable and fruit museum’ and a special farmers area where you can see old carriages as well. Recommended.
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  • 5/5 Puneet G. 5 months ago on Google • 55 reviews
    One of most Beautiful Chateaus in Loire Valley! Also knows as “Ladies Castle” due to its historic association with most influential women. The castle is beautifully decorated for the festivities and lovely music filling the air and flowing down River Cher. Absolutely gem of a place. Mesmerized by grandeur. The tickets at 15.5 euros per person are tad bit expensive but then can’t complain!
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  • 5/5 Laurel F. 3 months ago on Google • 148 reviews New
    Beautiful gardens and castle over the river. Lovely rooms inside filled with fresh bouquets. Would recommend renting a car to get here when the Remi shuttles are not running.

  • 5/5 Lorenz W. 10 months ago on Google
    Schloss und Parkanlagen in einem Topzustand. 15,50€ Eintritt, egal ob man ins Schloss geht oder nur den Park und die Gärten besichtigt. Sehr sehenswert, aber auch sehr viele Besucher. Für das Besichtigen des Schlosses werden Timeslots vergeben, das heißt es kann sein, dass man erst 3 oder 4 Stunden nach Ankunft ins Schloss darf. Geht man schon früher hin, kann man meist nach kurzer Wartezeit auch vorher hinein.
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  • 5/5 Robert M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Superb castle (Original) Superbe château
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  • 5/5 Fabienne B. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A wonder to visit !!!!! 👍 (Original) Une merveille à visiter !!!!!👍
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  • 5/5 Eri Y. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A castle presented by Henry II to his mistress Diane. It's in the water. After his death, Princess Catherine expelled Diane and built more buildings on the bridge. The geometric garden is also spectacular. (Original) アンリ二世が愛人ディアーヌに贈った城。水の中にあります。彼の死後、妃のカトリーヌはディアーヌを追い出し橋の上に建物を建て増ししました。幾何学模様の庭も見事です。
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  • 4/5 Anna Júlia Abreu A. 3 years ago on Google
    Unforgettable visit to the Loire Valley, which has many castles and a lot of history in this region. Travel of approximately 3 hours by bus (ParisCityVision), to reach the Castle of Chenonceau which is also known as the Castle of the seven ladies. Its history is associated with seven women of strong personality, two of which are queens from France. Beautiful gardens and castle on the banks of the river Le Cher. For lovers of history and castles, a must visit the Loire region.
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  • 4/5 Helena A. 2 years ago on Google
    Beautiful Castle. Easy access. Very well maintained. I loved how it’s decorated with flowers in each room which makes one feel as if people still live in it. We loved the gardens and mostly the maze (which the kids enjoyed most)
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  • 5/5 B S. 2 years ago on Google
    Of all the stunning Loire Valley Châteax, Château de Chenonceau is the most beautiful. It is well maintained and fully furnished including beautiful artwork. You need a minimum of 1 hour to explore the château and 45 minutes for the lovely gardens. There is a 5 minute walk from the parking lot. The Château produces it’s own wine so exploring the wine cellar and tasting will take longer. In season there is a restaurant.
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  • 5/5 Aron S. 2 years ago on Google
    Beautifully maintained and really stunning. Don't forget to check out the gardens, maze, and donkeys! Leave at least 2 hours.
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  • 5/5 Dave M. 3 years ago on Google
    This has to be one of the best visits of the holiday! Built on the river Cher and incorporating a bridge as a key part of the accommodation this is a stunning place to visit. Whether you y looking I this from an engineering, architectural or aesthetic perspective this is a Fabulous place. Also steeped in interesting and intriguing history, with beautiful gardens and surrounding woodland. We've revisited and have enjoyed this gem. Not to be missed if visiting the area.
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  • 5/5 Sajad V. 3 years ago on Google
    Château de Chenonceau is a must to visit when you are in Loire Valley. The castle has been built on the river with an interesting architecture. The history of the castle is also amazing. Be sure to visit the castle as well as the gardens. You can also plan a visit on the river getting boats in the village near by to see the castle from other perspectives
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  • 4/5 ana maria c. 3 years ago on Google
    Stunning place, from the labyrinth to the castle. You can enjoy a walk along the river or rent a boat if you wish after or before going inside the Castle. There is a cafe and you can have something to eat as well. The toilets are open, which is a must because you will spend there two or three hours. The parking is for free.
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  • 5/5 Alonso M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) great place to visit. the castle is very well maintained. even though there are a large number of tourists, order and cleanliness are maintained. (Original) excellent endroit à visiter. le château est très bien entretenu. même s'il y a un grand nombre de touristes, l'ordre et la propreté sont maintenus.
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  • 5/5 八木伸彦 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) 2018 Beautiful castle floating on the water It's hard to hear English with a French accent of the local guide! The people who heard the way in the city pronounced the English more beautifully. (Original) 2018年 水に浮かぶ美しい城 現地ガイドのフランス語訛りの英語が聞き辛い! 街で道を聞いた人たちの方がよっぽど綺麗な英語の発音してたわ。
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  • 5/5 Vince L. 4 years ago on Google
    This is a very nice place to visit for many reasons. First of all the gardens which are very nice even in wintertime. The walk starts of with a maze which is a great kick off for kids. Walk around the different gardens and enjoy amazing views on the castle and the Cher river. Try to think back how live was during the renessaince when boats were sailing by... Recommended during winter time for a chill discovery. In plain Summer there are Days of a ten thousands of visitors.
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  • 5/5 Paul W. 1 year ago on Google
    A magnificent chateau on a grand scale. It is well maintained and the staff is very helpful and friendly. The grounds and gardens are as beautiful as the Chateau. We stongly recommend visiting, taking your time and enjoying the ambience. DO GO & ENJOY AND USE YOUR IMAGINATION. A gem in Frances 🇫🇷 historical past.
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  • 5/5 K. A. 1 year ago on Google
    It is really impressed me to see how huge of the castle is. Further more, there are a lit of very interesting history that are so attractive. It's really deserve time to visit.
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  • 3/5 Jay S. 5 months ago on Google
    I visited Chateau de Chenonceau in December. While the outdoor area is beautiful, the castle itself lacks notable attractions. Additionally, the Christmas decorations seemed unnecessary for this historical monument, creating an odd blend. The presence of Christmas music around the garden gave it a somewhat awkward and Disney park-like atmosphere. 😬
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  • 5/5 Yang W. 1 year ago on Google
    It was called the most beautiful castle in France. It is so beautiful.it was build around water. There are a few huge gardens. We were there in the mid October. It was beautiful fall view. There are a few gardens too, wow, they definitely spent lots of resources to maintain that gorgeous garden. The tree and bush are perfect trimmed, the flowers are blooming.
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  • 2/5 Alexis M. 3 years ago on Google
    Meh... I wanted to visit the castle but unfortunately I arrived at 12:01 AM on Monday and it just had closed its Pont Levis 🙁 I couldn't stay there until its reopening (next Sunday at 11:58 PM) because of the curfew so I decided to make a tour by myself : water was cold (only 42 degrees at this time of the year lol) but it was nice swimming under the hanging galeries in the Loire 😊 I hope next time I'll be able to visit the inside of this "chef d'oeuvre of la renaissance" as frenchies call it (funny people tho : bonjur, les croissants est très delicieux ! Lol) 2 Stars, would recommand, but would appreciate wider opening hours.
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  • 5/5 Thiers 11 months ago on Google
    Really well preserved and you can see that the maintenance is well done, clean bathrooms for the customers and nice environment. You can dive in the history of this magical and beautiful castle, my tip is: get the audio device, is worthy and very nice narrated.
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  • 5/5 Ming Y. 6 months ago on Google • 101 reviews
    Such a large chateau with many angles to look at! There’s a lot of exhibitions outside of the chateau which are worth exploring too. I felt the inside of the chateau to be too “staged” with the hanging props. Then again, personal opinion. Loved the readings in the castle which offered us many insights into its history. The gardens are beautiful and we wished we had more time to explore the whole estate. There was a wine cellar and carriage exhibitions outside of the main chateau building. Side note I found it so awesome how the donkey photos were taken so beautifully.

  • 5/5 Paya The C. 3 months ago on Google • 92 reviews New
    There are many beautiful châteaux in the Loire Valley and one could easily pass a week or more visiting them. Built on and protected by the Cher river, Chenonceau is a favorite.

  • 5/5 M H. 4 months ago on Google • 65 reviews
    Beautiful drive and location. Learned this castle was spared destruction during the revolution as it's rulers had always treated the subjects with kindness and compassion. During WWI this was offered up as a hospital. The tours are wonderful with so much to see. The chapel was particularly stunning. Highly recommend this treasure.

  • 5/5 Stephen G. 8 months ago on Google
    Not sure what I expected but this place was amazing. Lots of history with Katharine de Medici, Henry's 3 and 4, plus lots of mistresses having lived there. Beautiful workmanship throughout. Gardens and grounds second to none. Plan on spending several hours being dazzled by the opulence and history.

  • 4/5 maria w. 11 months ago on Google
    A must visit Chateau that are well kept ! Beautiful tapestries, garden, history and galleria. Getting the Audio Guide is the best and it makes the tour more exciting when listening to the explanation. Not recommended for baby stroller as there is stairs way going to the basement kitchen as well as going up to 2nd floors ! Overall its worth Euro 19.50 with audio guide and easy to use too !

  • 4/5 Frederic S. 10 months ago on Google
    Must see castle. The architecture, interior design and history are worth it and super interesting. The paper guide is well detailed and informative. However, I found that the visit of the rest of the grounds was a bit of an afterthought: not a lot of information on the gardens or the farm. Also, it is a really popular spot so come early to avoid crowds. Overall, would visit again.

  • 5/5 Bonnie K. 11 months ago on Google
    Beautiful smaller chateau with a cool history. The focus on the women that ran this household is very cool and a fascinating perspective on the history of France. Leave time for the gardens and wine caves and pay attention to the gorgeous fresh flowers in each room of the château. Probably 2-3 hours.

  • 4/5 Steve O. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful chateau, inside and out! It was very crowded on Sunday. The grounds are incredible and the architecture of the building over the river brings fairy tales to life. We were so jealous of those in kayaks on the river!

  • 5/5 Kath C. 9 months ago on Google
    It doesn't help you much if you buy the tickets online, you gotta wait in the line anyways. The castle is really charming, as if placed upon the water. It has quite an interesting story as you can learn from the exhibitions. The gardens and the park surrounding the castle are equally wonderful. Definitely a castle to do when in the area.

  • 5/5 Celine M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Gorgeous (Original) Sublime

  • 5/5 Martin B. 9 months ago on Google
    An amazing size to see. A bit crowded compared to the other chateaus by the Loire but still a wonderful place. I definitely recommend buying tickets online.

  • 4/5 Pom V. 10 months ago on Google
    It is beautiful castle not too big inside but the view with the river is perfect. Inside the castle the rooms are the same decoration. For me outside with gardens is better. For the toilettes are really dirty.. need to wait queue (more than 8 persons). All full inside and outside of the castle.

  • 4/5 Kris S. 9 months ago on Google
    Nice chateau, but in my opinion not amongst the most beautiful. Quite unique setting though over the river. Very good storytelling and guidance. But way too crowded.

  • 4/5 53 m. 9 months ago on Google
    Fantastic château and amazing ground. Be warned that it can get very busy even with timed tickets. Make sure you book your tickets in advanced so as to avoid disappointment (I saw people being turned away). Also in summer the most spectacular gardens have little shade and the sun can be intense. There is free parking next to the castle. Dogs are allowed everywhere but must be carried in a bag inside the castle (so small dogs only).

  • 5/5 Marissa W. 9 months ago on Google
    Absolutely loved this chateau. It has unique architecture with the hall over the bridge, was owned by many prominent and interesting women and is well curated with beautiful gardens. One wonderful touch was the flower arrangements which are done by in house staff from the chateau’s own gardens. It added a wonderful touch to the already beautifully restored rooms and were truly some of the nicest arrangements I’ve seen. I recommend booking the audio tour in advance since it was sold out when we went.

  • 4/5 Julia L. 9 months ago on Google
    Beautiful, and you shouldn't miss it if you're in the Loire Valley. The only downside was the crowded nature when inside the Chateau - likely because we happened to choose a time slot that was popular. It does make it hard to move around easily inside though, especially through narrow doorways and stairs. The audio guides were sold out as well, but the pamphlet was great and had a lot of detail.

  • 5/5 Damoc C. 8 months ago on Google
    As a family we really enjoyed spending more than 5h at the domain, every corner of the domain surprised us in a pleasant way. At the chateau domain we visited the beautiful gardens, groceries and medicinal gardens, the farm, the labyrinth. And if you are like us, spending many hours here, then be assured that there is a restaurant where you have lunch or just some coffee or ice cream. The chateau is very beautiful in the exterior, but also at the interior. This chateau is a must to visit if you are nearby!

  • 5/5 Karl M. 8 months ago on Google
    What a lovely, relaxing & interesting way to spend 3 hours exploring some French history. Great value for money to enjoy both the Chateau & the gardens. At this time of year the volume of visitors was just the right amount of flow, to not be rushed, but would imagine it would be a lot busier & crowded in the peak summer holiday months. The audio guide was worth the extra euros to understand centuries of chateau ownership. A delight 😊

  • 5/5 Will R. 8 months ago on Google
    The castle was amazing, for the price it was very good. You get to fully tour the castle, and then take a wonder round the beautiful castle grounds. It was easy to get to from Tours. Would highly recommend.

  • 5/5 Shelley S. 1 year ago on Google
    One of my favourite chateaus to visit. The "Ladies" Chateau is already great. The gardens are beautiful and so well kept. Touring the Chateau gives us a little glimpse into court life.

  • 5/5 Annette K. 8 months ago on Google
    A lovely few hours spent wandering around the beautiful Château de Chenonceau and its gardens. We booked our tickets on line and ordered the audio guide as well - this was very useful as you spent more time in each room, listening carefully to description. Without the audio guide we would not have learnt so much about the rich history of the château. The gardens are very picturesque and we also explored the flower garden, vegetable plot and the donkey area. The only thing that let the experience down was the lack of coffee shop/café. There was a restaurant/snack bar serving meals, but we just needed to sit down with a drink after our adventure! There are vending machines once you leave the park. Top tip: book your tickets on line then you can jump the queue at the ticket desk. Arrive early to avoid the crowds!

  • 5/5 Torsten B. 8 months ago on Google
    It is maybe the most beautiful castle in the region of river Loire. A hotspot but really worth to visit. Garden and castle are wonderful.

  • 5/5 Cherry on S. 7 months ago on Google
    Super nice from the outside! Nothing much from inside! But most importantly make sure you visit it from the other side of the river (the side opposite to the main entrance) it’s beautiful and there’s a a forest! You get to see a beautiful angle of the beautiful castle!

  • 4/5 Dominique T. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Castle closed, so no one. We used the picnic tables. (Original) Château fermé,donc personne. Nous avons utilisé les tables de pique-nique.

  • 5/5 Elsa D. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Discovery of the castle from the towpath after a lovely walk along the Cher, a dreamlike view of this wonderful castle suspended above the water. (Original) Découverte du château depuis le chemin de halage après une jolie marche le long du Cher, une vision onirique de ce merveilleux château suspendu au-dessus de l'eau.

  • 5/5 Vincent M. 3 years ago on Google
    Magnifique château ( vu de l'extérieur)

  • 5/5 jean louis R. 3 years ago on Google
    Magnifique superbe !!!!

  • 5/5 Traveler 3 years ago on Google
    It was really nice-looking castle. Interesting history and nice interiors inside.

  • 5/5 Evandro O. 6 months ago on Google
    The castle is beautiful and very well preserved. Outside, it has an elegant shape crossing the river, and the gardens are very well-maintained. Inside, it surprised me because it is very rich in original furniture. The kitchen in the castle's basement is very interesting. It is a place to spend one day appreciating the view, architecture, gardens, and history. I was there in the fall, and the visit was not very busy, yielding beautiful pictures of only the castle and me, but in the high season, you will find lots of other visitors.

  • 5/5 Miguel J. 3 years ago on Google
    Majestic! Great tour! Hard to find a bad angle. Very picturesque!

  • 5/5 Alexander I. 3 years ago on Google
    Pearl of the trip to Laura Valley. Beautiful and interesting place. To see everything take at least half a day.

  • 5/5 Krishani Dinali P. 4 months ago on Google • 17 reviews
    One of the most memorable chateaux we have visited so far. Fantastic view with the gardens, river and the forest. It has a rich and a very interesting history. Absolutely loved the visit to the chateau and the gardens. Highly recommended as one of the most beautiful among the chateaux of Loire valley.

  • 4/5 Martin R. 3 years ago on Google
    On its own a nice castle with more of an palace function than castle. The crowdedness however ruined part of the experience for me. Even on a week day during school hours it took a lot of effort of being alone in a tiny room.

  • 5/5 Radu Bogdan T. 3 years ago on Google
    Great place to relax and enjoy nature and history

  • 5/5 Jamie N. 3 years ago on Google
    Watch about it form Amazon, "castle of the ladies"

  • 5/5 Benoit B. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Personally it is the most beautiful castle of the Loire from my point of view, classified as a historical monument and overlooking the Loire it is a place to see at least once in your life, knowing that it is in a close location d'Amboise, Montrichard, Sully sur Loire and a little further Cheverny and Chambord for chateau lovers (Original) Personnellement c'est le plus beau château de la Loire de mon point de vue, classé monument historique et surplombant la Loire c'est un lieu à voir au moins une fois dans sa vie, en sachant qu'il se trouve dans une localisation proche d'Amboise, Montrichard, sully sur Loire et un peu plus loin cheverny et Chambord pour les amoureux de châteaux 😉

  • 5/5 Whan T. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Magical! To visit out of tourist season, to appreciate the setting even better. (Original) Magique! A visiter hors saison touristique, pour apprecier encore mieux le cadre.

  • 5/5 Johanna C. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The most beautiful castle in the region .... (Original) Le plus beau château de la région....

  • 5/5 Chantelle Y. 3 years ago on Google
    It was closed due to covid however you can park around the other side of the river and walk for about 20 minutes you will see the beautiful view of the chateau and you can walk to see Madame Dupin's tomb as well.

  • 1/5 RAUL M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Due to COVID19 it was closed. What I don't understand is why the gardens weren't open. The security man was very edge at all times for each of the questions we asked. One was how to see the castle from the outside and he replied that it was impossible. A few hours later in Amboise, at the tourist office, they told us that it could be seen from a road and that the security man should know. A shame (Original) Por la COVID19 estaba cerrado. Lo que no entiendo es porqué no estaban abiertos los jardines. El señor de la seguridad fue muy borde en todo momento por cada una de las preguntas que hicimos. Una fue cómo ver el castillo desde fuera y nos respondió que era imposible. Unas horas más tarde en Amboise, en la oficina de turismo, nos dijeron que sí podía verse desde un camino y que el señor de seguridad debía saberlo. Una pena.

  • 5/5 Yoann L. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) What surprised me with this castle is the attention to detail that the women have given to the place. Riding the Cher, it strikes with its beauty from far and near. Cabinets, rooms and chapel are of impregnable exquisiteness. (Original) Ce qui m'a bien surpris avec ce château c'est le souci du détail que les femmes ont donné au lieu. Chevauchant le Cher, il frappe par sa beauté de loin comme de proche. Cabinets, chambres et chapelle sont d'une exquisité imprenable.

  • 5/5 Axel 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Magnificent castle! Nice walk around (Original) Magnifique château ! Belle ballade aux alentours

  • 5/5 Anastasia R. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A truly beautiful place, colorful and well kept gardens, spectacular castle both inside and out. A fairytale atmosphere. For lovers of history, art and architecture it is a paradise. (Original) Un luogo davvero bellissimo, giardini coloratissimi e tenuti bene, castello spettacolare sia dentro che fuori. Un'atmosfera da favola. Per gli amanti di storia, arte e architettura è un paradiso.

  • 5/5 Andrey N. 3 years ago on Google
    The loveliest of the châteaux on the Loire and, after Versailles, the most visited of all French castles. Standing slightly apart from the main body of the château, a 15th-century circular tower is the only surviving remnant of a fortified manor house, which in 1513 passed to Thomas Bohier, a royal chamberlain. His wife, Katherine Briçonnet, rebuilt the manor into the château seen today. The Ladies’ Castle. Chenonceau is known as the Ladies’ Castle because women played a major role in its construction and preservation. Diane de Poitiers (1500–1566), the mistress of Henri II, had the greatest impact. In the 1550s, she commissioned architect Philibert de l’Orme to build the fine, arched bridge and long gallery spanning the Cher River; she also oversaw the creation of the magnificent gardens. Queen Catherine de’ Medici, Henri’s widow, later forced Diane to exchange Chenonceau for another château, and under her the upper floor of the gallery was added by architect Jean Bullant in 1576–1578. Mary, Queen of Scots, stayed at the château briefly, but the most tragic inhabitant was Louise de Lorraine. After the assassination of her husband, Henri III, she became a recluse here, surrounding herself with somber tapestries decorated with skulls, crosses, and burial shovels. The château is currently owned by the Meniers, a famous family of chocolatiers.

  • 5/5 Hana F. 2 years ago on Google
    Beautiful Chateau with a unique gallery above the Loire river. The gardens alongside the castle are very well organized, and there's plenty of history involving Queen Catherine de Medici here as well. Very clean and maintained throughout.

  • 5/5 Thierry C. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Nice little walk (Original) Belle petite promenade

  • 5/5 Pika M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Magnificent estate, both the castle itself and the gardens. The banks of the Cher are very beautiful and very calm. (Original) Domaine magnifique, autant le château en lui-même que les jardins. Les bords du Cher sont très beau et très calme.

  • 5/5 eleni b. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very pretty castle in a very pleasant setting. The rooms are very beautiful with in addition the tours of the kitchens! I highly recommend :) (Original) Très joli château dans un cadre très agréable. Les pièces sont très belles avec en plus les visites des cuisines ! Je recommande vivement :)

  • 5/5 Milan J. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) One of the most beautiful castles in the Loire (Original) Jedan od najlepših dvoraca Loare

  • 5/5 Dominique S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Unmissable (Original) Incontournable

  • 5/5 MCMLXXXIV 3 years ago on Google
    Lots and lots of photo moments! Really amazing place to see. Bring comfortable shoes and plan on making a day trip. Food and Wine tasting too! Awesome to see and understand how things were done back then.

  • 5/5 Karim A. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) What to say about this exceptional castle !!! (Original) Que dire de ce château, exceptionnel !!!

  • 5/5 Diny W. 3 years ago on Google
    Promenade👍

  • 5/5 Muriel T. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Sublime .feeric place. We never get tired of it (Original) Lieu sublime .feerique .on ne s en lasse jamais

  • 3/5 Silver W. 1 year ago on Google
    The place is absolutely beautiful and well preserved. It was well organised and staff were efficient. However, mass tourism is killing it. Lots of queuing to purchase tickets and to get in. There were way too many people let inside therefore it made it hard to appreciate the visit. We had to be super patient and slide through the sea of people. Not enjoyable at all. It's a shame. With slightly fewer people allowed, it'd be so much better. Also, there should be more activities outside the castle itself so people would spread across the site. Great parking space though.

  • 5/5 Linh N. 1 year ago on Google
    Magnifique outside and beautiful funirtures inside. Worth the price, not like other castles. Just there r always lots of tourists so it’s annoying to take pics. Highly recommend!

  • 5/5 Aliaksandra L. 1 year ago on Google
    The place is amazing! The castle has such an unbelievable atmosphere, it is full of flowers and so many other things of the queens 👸 form that time. The gardens are amazing and the place is very picturesque.

  • 4/5 Paul K. 1 year ago on Google
    I said the wrong thing about another castle, as it was this one! - that had a large fruit and flower garden, and was not under construction. This one was neat to see inside and outside, and was one of the better ones, IF I am remembering correctly. If this one has a moat and water all around, and row boats available for rent, u won't be disappointed in seeing it and the grounds. A large area to walk around

  • 5/5 Remy r. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Magnificent castle on the Cher. A must in the region (Original) Magnifique château sur le Cher. Un incontournable dans la région

  • 5/5 ASEM D. 3 years ago on Google
    Excellent architecture and beautiful nature around

  • 5/5 Ramazan �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Truly magnificent. And one of a kind. Located on the river. You can spend a whole afternoon strolling through an old, historic and well-maintained castle. I strongly recommend it, especially with the family. (Original) Vraiment magnifique. Et unique dans son genre. Implanté sur la rivière. On peut passer toute une après-midi à se balader dans un vieux château historiques et bien entretenu. Je vous le conseille fortement surtout en famille.

  • 4/5 Kari S. 11 months ago on Google
    It is a beautiful place to visit, but there needs to be more effort on explanation of its historical importance. Only the expansion that Catherine De Medici did seems to be well documented. The grounds were lovely, and we particularly enjoyed their guard cat and the long walk up the drive to the Chateau itself.

  • 5/5 Vidhya B. 10 months ago on Google
    The most beautiful palace I have seen. The gardens are beautiful. This castle inspired the cinderella castle in disney. The furniture and the whole look is pretty. Just that we went on a Saturday and it was very crowded.

  • 5/5 Giuglea A. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Superb (Original) Superb


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