Visit to the Royal Castle
Royal Château of Amboise – Cultural Visits Description : The Royal Château of Amboise , an iconic site in French history, is located in the heart of the Loire Valley. This majestic château was the residence of several French kings, including Charles VIII and Francis…
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Royal Château of Amboise – Cultural Visits
Description :
The Royal Château of Amboise , an iconic site in French history, is located in the heart of the Loire Valley. This majestic château was the residence of several French kings, including Charles VIII and Francis I. It is also the final resting place of Leonardo da Vinci .
During your visit, you will discover:
- The castle garden , a peaceful space where you can stroll and admire the natural surroundings.
- The Gothic dormer windows of the main facade are a remarkable architectural element that testifies to the wealth of the medieval period.
- The Council Chamber , where important decisions were made.
- The Saint-Hubert Chapel , an iconic place where Leonardo da Vinci , one of the greatest geniuses in history, rests.
Come explore this exceptional castle, a symbol of French royal history and the Renaissance, and immerse yourself in a journey to the heart of art and history.
Schedules :
The castle is open to visitors every day of the year, except January 1st and December 25th. Opening hours vary depending on the season:
- From January 2nd to January 31st : 10am-12:30pm and 2pm-4:30pm
- From February 1st to February 28th : 9am-12:30pm and 2:00pm-4:30pm
- From March 1st to March 31st : 9am-5:30pm
- From April 1 to April 30 : 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
- From May 1st to June 30th : 9am-6:30pm
- From July 1st to August 31st : 9am-7pm
- From September 1st to October 17th : 9am-6pm
- From October 18th to November 2nd : 9am-5pm
- From November 3rd to December 19th : 9am-12:30pm and 2pm-5:30pm
- From December 20th to January 1st : 9am-5:30pm
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Royal Château of Amboise
Amboise cedex At the dawn of the Renaissance, the powerful medieval fortress of Amboise gave way to a royal residence under the reigns of the French Kings Charles VIII and Francis I.
The Court, along with numerous European scholars and artists, stayed there at the invitation of the sovereigns, including Leonardo da Vinci, who is buried in the Château's chapel.
This important site in French history boasts an exceptional collection of Gothic and Renaissance furniture, a testament to the artistic refinement of the early French Renaissance.
After visiting the royal apartments and the imposing cavalier towers, the stroll continues through beautiful panoramic gardens overlooking the Loire River.
