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Admire the world's most beautiful castles through the heart of France with our comprehensive guide to the 30 best chateau tours in the Loire Valley and Central France for 2025, now featuring our exclusive Saving Castles Regal Ranking. From the opulent Château de Chambord to the fairy-tale spires of Château de Chenonceau, this meticulously crafted guide offers a royal feast for history enthusiasts and wine connoisseurs alike. 2025 EDITION
Each chateau entry includes:
🏰 A captivating history and description of the chateau
🏰 Key features and must-see attractions
🏰 Practical visiting information
🏰 Saving Castles Regal Ranking: Our expert assessment on a 10-crown scale
Our innovative Regal Ranking evaluates each chateau on six dimensions:
Historical Significance
Architectural Splendor
Preservation Perfection
Visitor Experience
Landscape Majesty
Accessibility Assurance
The Overall Regal Ranking distills centuries of French grandeur into one powerful score, guiding you to experiences that match your unique interests.
Enhancing your chateau experience, our unique "Wine & Dine" section provides:
🍽️ Notable restaurants near each chateau
⭐ Distance from the chateau
⭐ Type of cuisine offered
⭐ A standout dish or regional specialty to try
⭐ Google rating
⭐ Price range
⭐ An insider tip or interesting fact about the establishment
Don't just visit chateaux – experience them with the Saving Castles Regal Ranking. Let this guide transform your French adventure into a journey through time, beauty, and unparalleled grandeur, complete with culinary delights fit for royalty.
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All the places we visited on our 71 day road trip.
The route went down from Calais on the west of France for a week including another week in the Pyrenees.
The north of Spain and Basque region for around 2 weeks.
Down through Portugal including Porto, Lisbon and the Algarve for around 4 weeks.
A few spots in the south of Spain from the drive back home which took us 10 days.
Finally finishing in Bruges, Belgium.
All of my photos from this road trip are on my Instagram which is @takeme.travelling. You are welcome to ask me any questions you wish.
Backpacker • Digital Nomads • Adventure • Architecture • Budget • Road Trip • Foodie • Outdoors • Van Life • Sustainable/Eco • Wine
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A collection of all of my France guides & itineraries.
I've lived in Paris since 2016 and I LOVE sharing France with others. I'm quite convinced I've seen more of France than most French people, and it's so fun to capture all my favorite trips in a handy guide for you to use.
This links to:
(2) Loire: Chartre & Tours
(1) Bretagne: Brest
(1) Normandy: Etretat, Honfleur, & Le Havre
(4) The South: Nice, Aix-en-Provence, Provence, Marseille & the Calanques
50+ • Car-free • Slow Travel • Outdoors • Architecture • Road Trip
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From the Mediterranean beaches, to the world renowned monuments, France truly has something for everyone who comes to visit.
I live in Switzerland, making it very easy to travel to France. This guide contains information that I use for the beginning stages of trip planning to France, and also contains guides only for the places I have had the pleasure to explore.
Ready to plan your trip to France? Let me help!
Relaxation • Architecture • Art • History • Shopping
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I love curating recommendations based on exactly what you want out of your Paris trip!
✅ Types of recommendations I can help with:
Classic sites, coffee shops (laptop-free and laptop-friendly), restaurants (French and otherwise), wine bars, cocktail bars, speakeasies, museums, parks, activities, guided tours, day trips, and more.
⚠️ Types of recommendations I have limited knowledge of:
Nightlife & clubbing, high-end shopping.
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Here are itineraries and recommendations for some of the most sought after places in France. From mountains to beaches and everything in between, set your sites on the most beautiful locations in France.
See below for these:
•Nice
•Èze
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Architecture • Art • History • Foodie • Slow Travel • Nature • Shopping • Wine • Beach • Mountain • People & Culture • Relaxation
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You're coming to Paris! Or France! Either way, you can't wait to make the most of your trip. That's where I come in 😊
I offer personalized trip-planning services to help make your visit everything you're dreaming of.
Having lived in Paris since 2016, I have done it all! (Almost.) ... and I LOVE to share Paris and France with visitors.
Architecture • Art • Boutique • Foodie • History • Nature • People & Culture • Sustainable/Eco • Slow Travel • Wine • Coffee • Beach
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Check out my travel guides of France. I have spent a lot of time exploring this beautiful country with my fiancé (who also happens to be from France).
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📍More of Provence
📍French Riviera
📍Les Alpes
📍Bougogne
📍Alsace & North east France
Couples • Groups • Adventure • Romantic • Roadtrip • Wine • Shopping • Design • Nature • People & Culture • Photography • Beach
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From the cities to the coast and countryside, France is one of my favorite places that I will return to again and again. Shop my collection of curated guides and itineraries for lovers of food, design, and culture.
For custom recommendations and itineraries, scroll down to my Bespoke Planning Services board.
Architecture • Art • Boutique • Luxury • Design
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Are you thinking about visiting Strasbourg?
Here is your self-guided tour with all the sights for a beautiful day in Strasbourg!
Includes:
- 20 + places to visit in walking order
- Parking Information
- How to get around tipps with links
You can reach out with any questions or feedback.
Enjoy your time in Strasbourg!
Couples • Family • Groups • Female Solo • Digital Nomads • Architecture • History • Photography • Road Trip • Shopping
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Nature, food, and everything in between. Here's a quick itinerary with the best things to do in this beautiful French department.
What to expect in this guide:
- lots of nature
- places you won't find in other guides
- good food and drinks
- alternatives for nearby places you can't miss
- only spots that are worth it
50+ • Accessibility • Backpacker • Couples • Digital Nomads • Family • Gluten-free / Celiac • Groups • LGBTQ+ • Pets • Female Solo • Vegetarian • Vegan • Adventure • Budget • Camping • Coffee • Design • Foodie • Outdoors • People & Culture • Photography • Relaxation • RV • Road Trip • Wellness • Van Life • Sustainable/Eco • Slow Travel • Shopping • Romantic
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Are you thinking about visiting Strasbourg during Christmas time?
Strasbourg is the "Capitale de Noël" which means "Christmas Capital".
This tour guide can also be used for non-winter day trips.
Here is your self-guided tour with all the sights for a beautiful day in Strasbourg - enjoying all the sights plus advent villages, christmas markets and lights!
Includes:
- 20 + places to visit in walking order
- Christmas markets, Advent Villages and Christmas Light
- Parking Information
- How to get around tipps with links
You can reach out with any questions or feedback.
Enjoy your time in Strasbourg!
Couples • Family • Groups • Female Solo • Car-free • Architecture • Budget • History • Photography • Road Trip • Romantic • Shopping
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Paris is a dream for food lovers, and I’ve made it my mission to uncover the best and most beautiful spots to eat in the city. This guide highlights my personal favorites, from charming cafes to innovative eateries, each offering a unique taste of Paris with some of them even having spectacular views of the Eiffel Tower. Whether you’re craving traditional French flavors or something a bit different, these places promise to make your dining experience unforgettable. Get ready to indulge in meals and dine in places that will make your trip unforgettable!
50+ • Couples • Business • Family • LGBTQ+ • Car-free • Plus Size • Luxury • Photography • Wine • Romantic • Slow Travel • Sustainable/Eco • Architecture • Design • Art
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Discover the Sweet Delights of Nice!
Indulge your taste buds in a culinary adventure through the charming streets of Nice, France. Our guide, "The Best Cookies and Donuts in Nice, France," is your passport to a world of delectable treats. From delicate, melt-in-your-mouth cookies to heavenly, sugar-dusted donuts, embark on a journey that will satisfy your sweet cravings like never before.
What to Expect:
🍪 Artisanal Cookies: Delve into the world of artisanal baking, where every cookie is a masterpiece. Learn about the local bakers who craft these heavenly bites, exploring both traditional and innovative flavors.
🍩 Irresistible Donuts: Experience the joy of biting into a freshly baked donut, its sweetness complemented by a variety of fillings and toppings. From classic glazed rings to unique, gourmet creations, discover the best donuts Nice has to offer.
🌍 Cultural Delights: Along with savoring mouthwatering treats, dive into the cultural richness of Nice. Uncover the history and stories behind these delightful confections, connecting with the heart and soul of the city.
🗺️ Handpicked Recommendations: Our guide features carefully curated selections, ensuring you taste only the finest cookies and donuts Nice has to offer.
Prepare yourself for a gastronomic adventure that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. "The Best Cookies and Donuts in Nice, France" is not just a guide; it's a flavorful journey that promises sweet memories and a newfound appreciation for the delectable world of French pastries.
Family • Groups • Female Solo • Couples • Car-free • Backpacker • Accessibility • Outdoors • Road Trip • Romantic • Foodie • Coffee • Budget • People & Culture
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