The famous castles of the Loire Valley open their doors to you!
Around the most prestigious estates such as Chenonceau, Amboise or Ussé stand lesser known but equally majestic monuments. This mix of nature and culture will give you a unique experience, ideal for lovers of history and heritage.
To accompany you and tell you the story of these exceptional sites, call on our tour guides.
Château of Valmer – Wines and gardens
Valmer is an enchanting setting dedicated to the delights of gardens and wines.
Italian style hanging gardens of the Renaissance. Eight levels of terrasses overlooking protected landscapes: clipped hornbeam labyrinth, yew hedge castle, florentine fountains, balustrades, statues, moats, box hedges and flower beds. Botany and biodiversity: Kitchen garden, collections of hydrangeas, peonies, pleached fruit trees. An extensive XVIIth century park with columns, belvedere and a young arboretum with interesting species. A rare troglodytic chapel dating from 1524.
Chateau de Valmer proposes gastronomical workshops for a surprising wine and food pairing experience!
The estate is a listed Historical Monument and designated Jardin Remarquable by Ministry of Culture.
Certification labels
- Jardin remarquable
- Accueil Vélo site de visite et de loisirs
- Escapades aux jardins
- Parcs et Jardins en région Centre
- Listed or registered
- Plant collection
- Herbs / medicinal plants
- Vegetable garden
- Listed or registered (CNMHS)
Prices & Payment methods
- Discount rate 10/18 years old, students, unemployed, large families, members of SNHF
- Other rates Tour leader & driver Free
- Free rate - 10 years old, members of RHS
Payment methods
- Debit cards
- Cheques
- Holiday vouchers
- Cash
- Money transfer
Description
Description of heritage
Descriptif du centre d'interprétation
Valmer is an enchanting setting dedicated to the delights of gardens and wines.
Italian style hanging gardens of the Renaissance. Eight levels of terrasses overlooking protected landscapes: clipped hornbeam labyrinth, yew hedge castle, florentine fountains, balustrades, statues, moats, box hedges and flower beds. Botany and biodiversity: Kitchen garden, collections of hydrangeas, peonies, pleached fruit trees. An extensive XVIIth century park with columns, belvedere and a young arboretum with interesting species. A rare troglodytic chapel dating from 1524.
Chateau de Valmer proposes gastronomical workshops for a surprising wine and food pairing experience!
The estate is a listed Historical Monument and designated Jardin Remarquable by Ministry of Culture.Descriptif du parc et jardin
Valmer is an enchanting setting dedicated to the delights of gardens and wines.
Italian style hanging gardens of the Renaissance. Eight levels of terrasses overlooking protected landscapes: clipped hornbeam labyrinth, yew hedge castle, florentine fountains, balustrades, statues, moats, box hedges and flower beds. Botany and biodiversity: Kitchen garden, collections of hydrangeas, peonies, pleached fruit trees. An extensive XVIIth century park with columns, belvedere and a young arboretum with interesting species. A rare troglodytic chapel dating from 1524.
Chateau de Valmer proposes gastronomical workshops for a surprising wine and food pairing experience!
The estate is a listed Historical Monument and designated Jardin Remarquable by Ministry of Culture.Descriptif du musée
Valmer is an enchanting setting dedicated to the delights of gardens and wines.
Italian style hanging gardens of the Renaissance. Eight levels of terrasses overlooking protected landscapes: clipped hornbeam labyrinth, yew hedge castle, florentine fountains, balustrades, statues, moats, box hedges and flower beds. Botany and biodiversity: Kitchen garden, collections of hydrangeas, peonies, pleached fruit trees. An extensive XVIIth century park with columns, belvedere and a young arboretum with interesting species. A rare troglodytic chapel dating from 1524.
Chateau de Valmer proposes gastronomical workshops for a surprising wine and food pairing experience!
The estate is a listed Historical Monument and designated Jardin Remarquable by Ministry of Culture.Descriptif du site et monument historique
Valmer is an enchanting setting dedicated to the delights of gardens and wines.
Italian style hanging gardens of the Renaissance. Eight levels of terrasses overlooking protected landscapes: clipped hornbeam labyrinth, yew hedge castle, florentine fountains, balustrades, statues, moats, box hedges and flower beds. Botany and biodiversity: Kitchen garden, collections of hydrangeas, peonies, pleached fruit trees. An extensive XVIIth century park with columns, belvedere and a young arboretum with interesting species. A rare troglodytic chapel dating from 1524.
Chateau de Valmer proposes gastronomical workshops for a surprising wine and food pairing experience!
The estate is a listed Historical Monument and designated Jardin Remarquable by Ministry of Culture.
Spoken languages
- French
- English
Catering
- Restauration sur place
Services
- Shop
Facilities
- Picnic area
- Bar / refreshment bar
- Shop
- Luggage storage
- Hall hire
- Parking
- Catering on site
- Bus parking
Accessibility
- Handicap access
Group
Groups accepted
- Maximum group size: 100
- Minimum group size: 2
Visit
- French
- English
Average duration of the group visit: 02h00
Average duration of the individual visit:01h00
Activities
On site
- Activities
- Adult workshop
- Junior workshop
- Temporary exhibitions