Christmas at the châteaux of the Loire

Come celebrate Christmas in three of the Loire Valley's most famous châteaux: Chambord, Villandry, and Chenonceau!
From November 29, 2025, to January 4, 2026, the grandest châteaux of the Loire Valley will be ablaze with Christmas lights 🎄.
From the Château de Villandry to the Royal Château of Amboise, and including the Château de Chenonceau, come discover the magic of Christmas in the land of châteaux in a truly enchanting atmosphere!

Visit the châteaux of the Loire during the Christmas period

Château de Villandry, 25 minutes from the hotel

This château, famous for its incredible gardens, celebrates Christmas from November 29, 2025, to January 4, 2026, with a festive theme.

During your stroll, you might encounter reindeer, fawns, owls, and other small forest animals that have made the château their home.

As night falls, the magic continues in the gardens, adorned in their winter finery.

Don't miss the evening tour of the château on Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Practical Information

📍Access: Château de Villandry, 3 rue Principale, 37510 Villandry
⏰ Opening Hours: Depending on the date, the château and its gardens are open from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. or from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Closed on December 25.
💶Prices: from €14

Chenonceau Castle, 40 minutes from the hotel

From November 29, 2025 to January 4, 2026, the majestic Chenonceau castle on the water will be adorned in white, the colors of the Far North.

The grand gallery will be transformed into a forest of snow-covered birch trees and icy decorations created by the Floral Workshop.

Meanwhile, the kitchen will be filled with delicious treats, watched over by the curious penguins of the ice floe.

Among the new features this year, don't miss:

• Christmas Brunch at the Orangerie during the school holidays;
• Festive Dinner at the Orangerie on December 20 (reservations required);
• Christmas Evening on December 23;
• Christmas decorations will be on display on Fridays, December 5, 12, and 19 at 10:00 AM.

Practical Information

📍Location: Château de Chenonceau, 37150 Chenonceau
⏰ Opening Hours: Open daily from 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM
💶Prices: From €18

👉Discover the Christmas Pass in the Land of Castles.

The Château de Chambord, 1 hour from the hotel

From November 29, 2025, to January 4, 2026, the iconic château of François I is transformed into a fairytale.

As soon as night falls, the sparkling decorations, costumed entertainment, and twinkling Christmas trees create a magical atmosphere.

For this 2025 edition, the Château de Chambord pays tribute to the tales of Hans Christian Andersen and the 150th anniversary of the Danish writer's death.

Among the new summer activities:

• Activities and workshops for the whole family starting November 29, 2025;
• A special guided tour, “Christmas at Chambord”;
• A unique Christmas show: "Gaël, the Magician" from December 20, 2025 to January 3, 2026;
• New for 2025: a Christmas village with a carousel.

Practical Information

📍Access: Château de Chambord, 41250 Chambord
⏰Opening Hours: From December 29, 2025 to December 19, 2025, daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM and from December 20, 2025 to January 4, 2026, daily from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Closed on December 25 and January 1.
💶Prices: From €19. Free for children under 18.

Your hotel in the center of Tours

Settle into one of our hotels 53 rooms in our 4-star hotel, just three minutes from Tours train station.

Spacious and contemporary, with queen or king-size beds, they are tastefully decorated with a film theme.

Enjoy amenities such as air conditioning, a minibar, and a flat-screen TV with Chromecast.

Whether you're traveling as a couple, with friends, or as a family, you'll find the perfect room among our six categories.

Take advantage of your stay to explore the Christmas markets of Tours.

Book directly with our hotel in the heart of Tours and get the best rates!