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Chateau du Rivau, Loire Valley

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Moated in the 1400's and humanised by the Renaissance, half-attractive château half-fortress, Le Rivau is one of the most important places in the Touraine region.

In 1429, towards the end of the Hundred Years' War, before the siege of Orleans, Joan of Arc and her followers came to fetch horses at Le Rivau, already renowned for the quality of its equipage and war horses who were raised there. In 1510 François de Beauvau, captain of François I, constructed the monumental stables in the outbuildings courtyard, that supplied royal stallions. He died at the Battle of Sesia River, at the side of Bayard, on 30 April 1524.

Since 1992, the new owners have undertaken a huge renovation campaign to prevent the decay of the castle, stable and winery. This ensemble is quite unique in the region and was designeted as "Monument historique".

12 newly design gardens (listed as "remarkable gardens") evoque the medieval art of gardening.

 

Chateau du Rivau: tourisme, carte, guide de voyage et gites

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Tourisme dans les environs

Les villes et attractions noté sont a moins que 20 km de Chateau du Rivau, France.

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