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VAL DE LOIRE – FROM SANCERROIS TO ANJOU
An adventure along the water, an epic journey through the Renaissance and the Châteaux of the Loire Valley, and a gastronomic and nature getaway.
A ‘castle life’ in tune with the Loire and a gastronomic break: welcome to the Loire Valley!
The Loire Valley is the perfect destination for combining fresh air and beautiful cultural discoveries along the river. In the area around Tours and Touraine region, admire the unmissable Loire Valley castles: true jewels of the Renaissance (Chenonceau, Villandry, Amboise, etc.), surrounded by parks, gardens and forests where you may even encounter deer. In summer, history comes to life with events and sound and light shows that transport young and old alike back to the era of the Kings of France. But the Loire Valley also has a cycling history! Hop on your bike and set off on the famous Loire à Vélo cycle route: a pleasant and refreshing nature trail between the banks of the Loire, unspoilt countryside, pretty villages full of character and the vineyards of the Loire Valley. And for peace of mind, several of our campsites are ‘Accueil Vélo’ certified and located directly on the route: serenity guaranteed! If you extend your stay to Anjou by heading up towards Nantes, you will also discover a natural haven of vineyards and magnificent châteaux. For curious motor racing fans, the 24 Hours of Le Mans circuit in Sarthe is a must-see! Now in Loir-et-Cher, we meet up at Beauval ZooParc for an immersive experience with wildlife and the famous giant pandas. Not to mention the unmissable Château de Chambord, impeccably preserved over the centuries, and its magnificent forest estate. For true nature lovers, we’ll meet up for an authentic nature getaway in Sologne, a stone’s throw from Berry, among forests, pine groves and ‘a thousand’ ponds, where people come above all to disconnect. But what would the Loire Valley be without its famous AOC vineyards? It’s the perfect getaway combining nature and fine dining. Here, we take our time: we visit the cellars and enjoy a glass of wine at the end (in moderation). In Sancerre, Pouilly-Fumé and Vouvray, each terroir has its own character… When it comes to family activities, there’s no room for boredom! Hiking, fishing, canoeing, leisure parks… The choice is yours!
Where can you camp in the Loire Valley?
Discover all the Onlycamp campsites in the region!
Camping l'Orée des Boires
Orée d'Anjou
Open from 30/04/26
to 27/09/26
42
1
This small family campsite on the banks of a river in the heart of a green setting is the ideal spot for all fishing and nature lovers
Camping Les Grenettes
Orée d'Anjou
Open from 19/06/26
to 06/09/26
19
1
This charming, human-scale campsite is ideally situated on the Loire à Vélo cycle route, around twenty kilometres from Nantes.
Camping du Lion d'Angers
Lion-d'Angers
Open from 13/03/26
to 01/11/26
80
8
This family campsite invites you to enjoy a relaxing holiday in the heart of Anjou Bleu (25 minutes from Angers), on the peaceful banks of the Oudon river.
Camping Port Sainte Marie
Malicorne-sur-Sarthe
Open from 10/04/26
to 27/09/26
55
12
In the heart of the Sarthe Valley, this authentic and peaceful riverside campsite is the ideal setting for a holiday in the heart of nature
Camping Le Pont Romain
Yvré-l'Évêque
Open from 06/03/26
to 08/11/26
53
29
A pool at the heart of the campsite
Camping le Val Joyeux
Château-la-Vallière
Open from 12/06/26
to 06/09/26
47
30
A green setting in the middle of oak trees
Camping Les Bords de Vienne
L'Île-Bouchard
Open from 19/06/26
to 06/09/26
90
Large and comfortable pitches
Camping Le Sabot
Azay-le-Rideau
Open from 10/04/26
to 08/11/26
182
14
A relaxing stopover in a natural setting, on the banks of the Indre, a stone's throw from the Château d'Azay-le-Rideau
Camping La Confluence
Savonnières
Open from 17/04/26
to 20/09/26
44
20
Nature and serenity, a peaceful stop by the river Cher
Camping Tours Val de Loire
Saint-Avertin
Open from 20/03/26
to 01/01/27
76
34
A natural and relaxing setting at the gates of Tours
Camping de Montlouis-sur-Loire
Montlouis-sur-Loire
Open from 16/03/26
to 18/10/26
71
14
This intimate campsite, located in the heart of the Loire Valley between vineyards and famous châteaux, invites you to enjoy a holiday in complete simplicity.
Camping La Gâtine
Bléré
Open from 10/04/26
to 20/09/26
174
25
Unusual accommodation on the banks of the Cher
Camping La Roseraie
Descartes
Open from 13/05/26
to 13/09/26
47
13
A "Station verte" city in southern Touraine
Camping de Veuzain sur Loire
Veuzain-sur-Loire
Open from 12/06/26
to 13/09/26
45
3
This small family campsite located near the banks of the Loire invites you to enjoy a stay in the countryside, just a stone's throw from the Domaine de Chaumont-sur-Loire
Camping Les Cochards
Seigy
Open from 03/04/26
to 01/11/26
122
18
In the heart of Loir-et-Cher, at the crossroads of Sologne, Touraine and Berry, this family campsite with a swimming pool invites you to enjoy a holiday filled with relaxation and discovery!
Camping La Potinière
Écueillé
Open from 30/04/26
to 13/09/26
18
7
Attractive, spacious pitches
Camping La Varenne
Neung-sur-Beuvron
Open from 13/05/26
to 06/09/26
26
9
A calm environment planted with trees
Camping Le Port
Saint-Benoît-sur-Loire
Open from 30/04/26
to 13/09/26
43
7
Quiet, shady pitches
Camping Les Pins
Nançay
Open from 30/04/26
to 13/09/26
67
20
Large, shady pitches in the heart of a pine forest
Camping de Bourges
Bourges
Open from 02/03/26
to 01/11/26
82
18
The ideal family campsite to unwind in no less than 3 hectares of greenery, just 15 minutes from the historic city centre of Bourges and Lake Auron.
Camping Le Petit Bois
Henrichemont
Open from 19/06/26
to 06/09/26
38
Bordering a pond, this charming little campsite is ideally situated in the heart of the Brenne National Park: the land of a thousand ponds.
Camping de l'Ile
Bannay
Open from 03/04/26
to 18/10/26
119
10
Located between Berry and Burgundy on the banks of the Loire River, this campsite welcomes you to its 13-hectare wooded setting: the ideal spot to come and recharge your batteries in complete tranquillity.
Our top picks selection
♡ A RENAISSANCE INTERLUDE AT THE CHÂTEAUX OF CHENONCEAU AND AMBOISE
♡ THE GARDENS OF VILLANDRY
♡ BEAUVAL ZOOPARC
♡ THE DOMAINE DE CHAMBORD
♡ A NATURE GETAWAY IN THE FORESTS OF THE SOLOGNE
♡ A CYCLING AND KAYAKING TOUR ALONG THE LOIRE
♡ A VISIT TO A CELLAR AND TASTING OF SANCERRE OR VOUVRAY
Family outings in the Loire Valley, from Sancerre to Anjou
From Sancerre to Anjou, the Loire Valley is the perfect combination for a family holiday: lots of nature, animals and castles that will take your breath away. Start in Sancerre for panoramic views of the Loire and a leisurely stroll along the riverbank, then stop off in Bourges to wander around the historic centre and enjoy the greenery of the marshes. Next, it’s time for the must-sees: Chambord (grand), Cheverny (easy and pleasant to visit), Blois and Amboise, with a stop at Clos Lucé to discover Leonardo da Vinci’s ideas in a fun way, and a break at the Aquarium de Touraine when you feel like a cool outing. For a day full of ‘wows’, head to Beauval ZooParc, always a hit with children (and big kids). And when you arrive in Anjou, keep up the pace: Saumur and its Loire Valley atmosphere, the Bioparc de Doué-la-Fontaine for a face-to-face encounter with animals, the Château d’Angers for a dose of history, and Terra Botanica to finish off with a fun outing in nature. Bonus if you have time: Guédelon, a real medieval building site that will delight young and old alike.
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