10 unusual weekends in love with Châteaux de la Loire

Want to escape to two for a romantic stay? Then discover the best unusual weekends in love with the Châteaux de la Loire.

What if you opt for an unusual weekend in love near the Loire Castles? Located all along the banks of the Loire, they date for most of the Hundred Years War and were rebuilt in the Renaissance.

They are therefore perfectly suitable for a romantic couple stay. What if you spice things up a little by adding a baroque hint to your plans? Are you out of ideas? Then discover 10 unusual weekends in love with the Châteaux de la Loire.

1. Chenonceau seen from above

For an unusual first weekend in love with Châteaux de la Loire, the Château de Chenonceau is ideal. Indeed, it is certainly one of the most famous for the beauty of its architecture, its gardens, its labyrinth... But most importantly for his famous gallery that squeezes the Cher.

But this time, you will discover it from a completely new angle by flying over it aboard a balloon! From the nacelle, you can admire the 2000 ifs carved that compose its labyrinth and the gardens of Diane de Poitiers and Marie de Medici.

The accommodation closes : one night in a romantic lodging

And for an unusual weekend in love with Châteaux de la Loire, think about booking the gite of the dove ... Between carved beds and spiral staircase, your stay has not finished being romantic!

2. Kill the summits and descend into the abyss in Chaumont-sur-Loire

We continue to take height with a new unusual weekend in love with the Loire Castles. And this time it is the Château de Chaumont sur Loire that you will discover... Aboard a balloon .

Thus, after flying over the landscapes of Loir-et-Cher , you will arrive above Chaumont-sur-Loire. You will then have a breathtaking view of its famous feudal castle, stables and park renowned for its beauty.

Do you know that the estate is hosting a Garden Festival known worldwide? It is open every year from April to October. A perfect setting for an unusual weekend in love with the Châteaux de la Loire when you rest your feet on earth.

The accommodation closes : one night in a cave troglodyte

Then, after killing the tops in the air, go back to earth... And even underneath! For why not continue in the unusual by renting a gîte troglodyte ? Indeed, these dwellings dug in the cliff are typical of the Loire Valley. Guaranteed change!

3. Put your hand in the dough in Blois

If you've ever seen the movie Ghost And his cult scene from the pottery, you know everything that the mess has sensual. So why not renew the experience during an unusual weekend in love by offering you a bakery workshop?

But the little more is that at the end of your experience, you will have the right to taste your creations. So, in eight hours, you will make you and your half, country bread, brioche, whiskeys and even pizza!

The accommodation cuts heart: one night in a nenuphar

In the evening, you will then be in charge of your creations in your lodge nénuphar Douglas pine moored on the bank. You thus have 15m2 all comfort on the waterfront for an unusual weekend in the most romantic.

4. The life of Château in Montsoreau

Looking for an ideal place for a romantic weekend? So why not a charming house? Thus, you will be on foot to taste the wines of the Loire in the cellars of the Maison Bouvet Ladubay.

Then you can visit the castles of Chinon, Saumur and Montsoreau to avoid the crowds of Chambord and Chenonceau. Finally, in the evening you will relax completely in the spa of your hotel. Because hammam and jacuzzi stretch your arms to close an unusual weekend in love with the castles of the Loire.

5. Luxe, side-car and voluptuous in Tours

An unusual weekend in love does not necessarily require strong emotions. So why not offer you a luxury life for a weekend? You will then sleep in a historic hotel in the centre of Tours and enjoy the wonderful breakfast that goes with it.

Focus activity: a tour of Tours in vintage sidecar

Then, accompanied by a guide, you can visit the city on a vintage sidecar . Whether you're on the wheel or in the basket, it'll definitely be an original experience.

You can then radiate in the region and continue your unusual stay at Châteaux de la Loire. Get out of the beaten paths and visit the estate of Candé, the castle of Beaulieu or the castle of Thuisseau. You won't be disappointed!

6. Workshop Charcuterie near Blois + night in a tipi

You're very in love and you're getting old together? Like they lived happy and had many children For example? So turn into Charles and Laura Ingalls for an unusual weekend.

Indeed, what better to learn how to feed your large (future) tribe than to learn how to make your own charcuterie? Rillettes and terrines, patés, sausages and boudin will have no secret for you after this two-day internship.

The accommodation closes : one night in a tipi

And to complete your return to the sources, you will pass one unusual night in a tipi . A weekend in love that does not lack originality in sum.

7. Stars full of eyes in the Venus square

An unusual weekend can take multiple forms. For example, if you’re a fan of astronomy, don’t hesitate to book a square of stars.

Because this new concept allows you to spend an unusual night at the star. Indeed, you can observe the sky from your bed... But inside for more comfort and privacy.

Focus activity: discover Amboise using a histopad

Then, in the morning, you will go to the discovery of Amboise using a histopad . This is an augmented reality tool that will allow you to visualize places as at the time. In short, a romantic weekend that will leave you... stars full of eyes.

8. Goulaine Castle and the LU Museum

For an unusual romantic and gourmet weekend in the Loire Valley castles, why not look west? Indeed, the castle of Goulaine stretches your arms!

Then, after your visit, you can discover the LU Museum, the brand with the famous Petits-Beurre. You will spend a wonderful weekend in love, out of the beaten paths.

The accommodation starts with a heart : one night in a chic apartment nantais

And to crown everything during your unusual weekend in love with the Loire Castles, Wanderlix has reserved you the best accommodation. Located in the Nantes hypercentre, this charming apartment will allow you to immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the city so special.

9. Sleep in a nest of love and visit the house of Leonardo da Vinci

Do you know syrup therapy? This is actually a method of reducing stress through tree contact.

So what better place on earth to spend an unusual weekend in love than in an oak over two hundred years? Over five meters above the ground, it will make you feel alone in the world.

The activity kicks off: a visit to the Château du Clos Lucé

Enjoy it then to discover the world of Leonardo da Vinci in visiting the castle that François I had made available to him at the Clos-Lucé . You can admire his inventions and learn more about his life and work.

10. City trip œnologique to Saumur

If you want to spend an unusual weekend at the Châteaux de la Loire, you also have the opportunity to make a mini city trip placed under the sign of oenology in Saumur. After tasting Michel Launay's wines, you will then be fine-ready to discover the city.

The royal castle will only wait for you, as will those of Morains, Brézé and Pimpéan, in the vicinity. Because to spend an unusual stay, you should not hesitate to discover some castles of the Loire a little less known. They are also worth the detour!