Bed and breakfast in Chenonceaux

Culinary delights to discover in Chenonceaux

The most discerning palates are generally delighted in Chenonceaux and its region. For example, it's hard to resist beuchelle à la tourangelle, a recipe mixing veal kidneys with different kinds of mushrooms. Charcuterie is king in these parts, so don't expect to lose a few kilos during your holiday! We invite you to try the famous rillettes de Tours and the rillettes quiche. It's eaten as a hot dish with a salad, or as a delicious starter. This delicacy is served in many restaurants, and is recognisable by its beautiful golden colour. Other culinary specialities are sure to surprise you with the flavours they express, such as poire tapée, which is often a delicious garnish for game or duck breast. Would you like to discover a cheese typical of the Lower Loire Valley and the Loire Valley of Touraine? Selles-sur-cher won't disappoint you, with its unusual nutty flavour! To round off a meal in style, or to satisfy a mid-afternoon hunger pang, try Tours nougat or barley sugar. And if you're a fan of full-bodied drinks, the strawberry liqueur should also put a smile on your face.

A monument of national renown

Whether you're staying in Chenonceaux or one of its surrounding communes, you'll enjoy quick access to Bourré. The Carrière de Truffeau and the mysterious underground town will astonish you. Another site well worth a visit is the Moulin des Aigremonts, which symbolises the region's heritage and illustrates the ancestral work of its craftsmen. But the main attraction in Chenonceaux is its grand château. It was enlarged under Catherine de Médicis and remains the most visited private historic monument in France. Rare paintings and tapestries can be admired in its lair, as well as exceptional furniture. The view outside is just as spectacular: the gardens of the Château de Chenonceaux are full of treasures that you can't wait to discover! This is not just a visit for adults with a passion for history. Children will particularly enjoy the night-time shows organised at the château. The great moments of the medieval and renaissance eras are recreated for everyone's enjoyment!

Other attractive sites around Chenonceaux

When you choose your bed and breakfast in Chenonceaux, you'll enjoy an advantageous location not far from the towns of Blois and Tours. The latter contains major tourist attractions such as Saint-Gatien cathedral and Saint-Martin basilica. You'll also be well advised to explore the very rich Natural History Museum.

Your getaway to Blois will also be highly instructive if you put your mind to it! We recommend a visit to the sumptuous Saint-Louis Cathedral and a stroll through the wide avenues of the gardens of the former bishop's palace. With children in tow, be sure to visit the Maison de la Magie during your stay.