Amboise is so much more that just a chateau! Top food, great views, hidden gems, beautiful trails...

Land of artists

Rabelais praised the fouees and wines of Touraine, when Balzac described the countryside of its homeland. Lived in by François I or Leonardo da Vinci during the Renaissance period, or by Mick Jagger nowadays… they made no mistake about it ! Here is a concentrate of Touraine, when time seems to have stopped and invites you to thrilling and gourmet encounters.

déjeuner champêtre dans le parc de la Pagode de Chanteloup à Amboise

Lunch is ready!

Ballottine of poultry with Touraine truffle, pink pork burger, Sainte Maure goat cheese or Touraine mixed salad along with a glass of Touraine Amboise sweet white wine? Here are some of the dishes that you may taste in our restaurants or cook yourself after a visit to the large Sunday market. The stalls of France’s favorite market or the pots of our chefs are an inspiration to discover the richness of local farming. And don’t leave Amboise without tasting our wines, light and rich, after visiting a troglodytic cellar or a family-owned winery.

French Art de vivre

Do you get it now? In Amboise Loire Valley, everything’s possible! Have some great time with your feet in the river, share a glass of wine with friends listening t an enthusiast winemaker or just taste simple and authentic produces.

French art de vivre, to enjoy with no moderation.