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France's fairytale region of the Loire Valley is its castle country; filled with rich Renaissance architecture and medieval history. In this travel guide we'll take you on an ultimate four day road trip itinerary of the Loire, including top attractions, its best châteaux, and even some hidden gems.

Often referred to as the 'garden of France' thanks to how verdant the landscape is and how many gardens are located within this vibrant region, we'll head to famous towns like Blois before discovering the iconic châteaux of Chambord and Chenonceau. We'll even explore forgotten little garden towns, discover what the local wine is like by visiting a vineyard, head underground in a former quarry turned mushroom farm and explore visit the biggest abbey in Europe.