Banks of the LoireA tributary of La Loire, the Vienne joins it at Candes-Saint-Martin, one of the most beautiful villages in France. You can’t help but admire this superb view of the beautiful tufa-tiled houses from which the collegiate church of Saint-Martin emerges. A traditional boat regularly graces the picture postcard. Beyond the beach separating the two rivers, a short 3-kilometre discovery trail takes you to the belvedere high above the village.
Candes Saint-Martin beach
the Bistrot'Quai in Civray-de-Touraine
needle weirs
Cher by bike Civray-de-Touraine dam
needle bar Restaurant le Bistrot'QuaiWhat a beautiful valley the Cher is! And the needle dams that line it have a lot to do with it. Regulating the level of the river, they blend harmoniously into the landscape every 3 to 5 kilometres. Take a seat on the terrace of the Bistrot’quai, enjoy the view, and let time fly!
Le Bistrot’Quai: Gourmet relaxation along the Cher
Hungry for a moment out of time, between nature and local flavours? The Bistrot’Quai welcomes you to a unique setting, set in the garden of the lock keeper’s house in Civray-de-Touraine. There’s no sophisticated cuisine here, just quality local produce: artisanal terrines, regional wines, beers and soft drinks. Take a seat on a terrace overlooking the Cher, under a majestic willow tree or in an unusual corner of the garden, and let yourself be carried away by the soothing atmosphere of the place.
New: embark on a novel experience! Pick up your aperitif hamper filled with wine and terrines, climb aboard a Canadian canoe and set off down the Cher towards the Château de Chenonceau. A magical moment to share with your partner or your friends!
Book your gourmet and natural moment now!
le Bistrot'QuaiThe largest lake in Touraine, its rural location on the edge of Anjou gives it its charm. A bird observatory will give you the chance to spot some of the 200 species of birds that frequent the area.
Saint-Jean-sur-Indre and Saint-Germain-sur-Indre are two former communes that are now one and the same, and have been since 1834! After visiting the château de Saint-Germain in fine weather, take advantage of the little piece of paradise formed by the weir at Saint-Jean. For the record, this structure was built to divert water to power the mill.A bucolic place to be!
Saint Jean Saint Germain
Saint Jean Saint Germain
Saint Jean Saint Germain
Château de L'Islette
Château de L'Islette
Château de L'IsletteStill along the Indre but further downstream, the park at château de l’Islette offers a most romantic setting. A large English-style park with century-old trees hugs the meandering river. Famous French sculptors of the 19th century, Auguste Rodin and Camille Claudel stayed here several times, both to work and to continue their… tumultuous love affair!
Château de l’Islette: A romantic escape in Touraine
Plunge into the elegance of Château de l’Islette, a Renaissance jewel and once the love nest of Camille Claudel and Auguste Rodin. Surrounded by the River Indre, this enchanting setting invites you to take a timeless break.
Explore the furnished rooms, steeped in history, then relax in the verdant parkland. Sit by the water for a picnic or hop aboard a rowboat to admire the château from a new angle.
Don’t miss out on this unforgettable getaway!
Very large, it offers a impregnable view of Amboise and its château. To get there from the town centre, simply take the Maréchal Leclerc bridge to cross the Loire, then walk 500 metres towards Tours/Vouvray. Easy to get to, it’s often favoured by families.
A mix of cultural discovery and relaxation awaits you!
