Château de Villandry: A Renaissance Masterpiece
Experience the splendor of Renaissance architecture and meticulously designed French gardens at this Loire Valley treasure.
Château de Villandry, the last of the grand châteaux built on the banks of the Loire during the Renaissance, is celebrated for its harmonious architecture and extraordinary French gardens. The gardens, arranged over four levels, feature geometric designs, ornamental flowerbeds, and a productive kitchen garden. The interiors showcase period furnishings and a collection of Spanish paintings.
A brief summary to Château de Villandry
- 3 Rue Principale, Villandry, 37510, FR
- +33247500209
- Visit website
- Monday 9 am-7 pm
- Tuesday 9 am-7 pm
- Wednesday 9 am-7 pm
- Thursday 9 am-7 pm
- Friday 9 am-7 pm
- Saturday 9 am-7 pm
- Sunday 9 am-7 pm
Local tips
- Allow at least 2.5 hours to explore both the château and gardens fully.
- Visit during the spring or autumn for the most vibrant colors in the gardens.
- Take a map from the ticket desk to navigate the extensive gardens.
- Consider visiting on a weekday to avoid larger crowds.
- Check the chateau's website for special events like the 'Nights of a Thousand Lights'.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Tours, take tramway A to the 'Fac 2 Lions' stop. Then, take bus 32 to 'Villandry Centre'. The bus journey takes approximately 27 minutes and drops you a short 5-minute walk from the château entrance. Bus 32 services depart three times a day. A single bus fare is approximately €2. From the Villandry Centre bus stop, walk north on Rue Principale to the chateau.
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Driving
Château de Villandry is located 15 km west of Tours. From Tours, take the D7. The chateau is signposted from La Févraie and Le Val Gelé. Free parking for cars and buses is available near the castle. During peak season, it can be quite a walk from the car park to the chateau entrance. There are also parking spaces reserved for camper vans during the visit. There are four spaces for disabled visitors close to the entrance. Parking is also available at the tourist office, 150m from the entrance.
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