This part fortress/ part château stands guard at the confluence of the rivers Vienne and Loire.

Tucked away on the outskirts of aquaint, but unassuming riverside village, it is a mixture of architecture from the Middle Ages and modern times. The château, built in 1455, was a strategic military location and was one of the first boating residences on the Loire.

The castle was immortalised by Alexandre Dumas in his book ‘La Dame de Monsoreau’. In 2009, a TV adaptation for France2 was filmed here. You can follow in the footsteps of real and imaginary historical characters.

Sam's Scoop

Before you leave, make sure that you check out the ‘Scenography, The imaginary World of the Loire’.The Scenography takes you on a journey along the Loire and introduces you to the Dumas character La Dame de Monsoreau.