Bléré

Bléré

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownBléréLa Croix-en-Touraine at 1.8 km (3 min)
Insee code37027Dierre at 6.1 km (7 min)
Postcode37150Athée-sur-Cher at 6.2 km (7 min)
Latitude47.3275140Civray-de-Touraine at 7 km (7 min)
Longitude0.9909860Sublaines at 7.2 km (7 min)
AltitudeFrom 52 to 112 metersSaint-Martin-le-Beau at 8 km (9 min)
Surface30.80 km²Luzillé at 9.5 km (12 min)
Population5045 inhabitantsFrancueil at 9.7 km (9 min)
Density166 inhabitants/km²Cigogné at 10 km (10 min)
National labelAmboise at 10.6 km (12 min)
Chief townTours (at 27 km, 29 min)Chisseaux at 11 km (11 min)
DepartmentIndre-et-LoireChenonceaux at 11.1 km (11 min)
RegionCentreSearch another town
LOCATION

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TOWN PRESENTATION

This pretty town of Touraine, ideally located near the banks of the Cher in the center of the famous chateaux of the Loire, near the most prestigious of them, Chenonceau (7 km) and Amboise (10 km), is an ideal holiday resort. Bléré will discover lovely walks in the nature as beautiful and varied (hills, vineyards, forests, ponds ...) generously present in this lush and romantic valley of the Cher. But of course, not forgetting to have fun by practicing many sports, enjoy the activities throughout the year, in a calm and relaxing. Enjoy the cuisine rich in quality products and wines of the Coteaux du Cher, strong reputation.


SIGHTSEEING

The town of Bléré, you will discover:

  • The church of St. Kitts: This church is composed of three dates and chapels of various sizes, ranging from the 11th to the 17th century. You can discover a tabernacle of the 17th and a beautiful Pietà Blérois due to the sculptor, Louis Borie.
  • The Chapel Of Jehan Seigne: On the old disused cemetery, a chapel remains in the Renaissance style, built by Jehan de Seigne for his father William, treasurer of the artillery of King François 1st.
  • Le Grand Logis: In continuation of the Rue Madame, is the Grand Logis: the old castle-construction of the fifteenth, built from 1446 by Pierre Bérard, Lord of Bléré.
  • The mill Aigremont: It was built in 1848 by Jacques Bergeault. He has had six owners before becoming property of the city in 2003. This is an authentic windmill "cavier" which was used to grind grain. Base, also called "mass" is composed of four limestone caves. Mainly built of stone and wood, it measures nearly 18 feet high.

And many other surprises await you discover Bléré coming!

Detailed information
Information pointsTourist Office of Bléré
MonumentsChapel of Seigne,   Church Saint-Christophe,   House Le Belvédère,   House of the Fief de Bois Ramé

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS
  • From May to June and from September to December: numerous exhibitions in the Tourist Office.
  • Last weekend of July: Flea market Jumble with many events and exhibitors, concerts ...
  • July-August: Guided tours, Discovery days ...
  • The first weekend of August: Day of Painters, painting competition on the streets (adults and children), animations and concert.
  • Mid-September: Festival of Street Art with for three days of entertainment in the streets with troops from all over France to animate the streets and put forward a breath.
  • October: 1st weekend of Thanksgiving holiday: Market Delights and Craft of Art, over fifty exhibitors, many events throughout the city ...

ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
  • The GR41 along the Cher Bléré through discovery and promises a majestic banks of the Cher to the castle of Chenonceau (7 km) on foot or by bike!
  • Possibility of water skiing and canoeing on the Cher, but also fishing and rowing.
  • And of course, all the castles of the Loire Valley that can be accessed in less than 1h Bléré: Chinon Chambord in the west to east.
PHOTOS
The mill AIGREMONT
 
The restored mill AIGREMONT
The banks of the Cher
 
St. Christopher's Church
The chapel of Jehan Seigne
 
Castle of Courcicauderie (Town Hall)
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WEATHER
Monday 13 February
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Min. 1°C - Max. 4°C
Tuesday 14 February
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Min. 1°C - Max. 7°C
Wednesday 15 February
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Min. 3°C - Max. 8°C
RESTAURANTS 
Pigeonnier de Fombeche  
10
Saint-Martin-le-Beau
First restaurant troglodyte region, situated in the valley of the Cher, Chenonceau 12 km and 8 km from Amboise, we will be happy to accommodate you and offered our traditional cuisine...
Located 5.7 km from BléréFrom 15 € to 35 € per person 
Le 36
Amboise
The restaurant of Choiseul, 36, serves creative cuisine, tasty and original, both for lunch and for dinner. Dinner 'side Loire': lovely bright room with walls adorned with limestone...
Located 9.8 km from BléréFrom 35 € to 80 € per person 
Château de Noizay
Noizay
At the heart of the chateaux of the Loire and the vineyards of Vouvray, between Ambroise and Tours Castle Noizay has a 4-star hotel and a gourmet restaurant. The building dates from...
Located 12.9 km from BléréFrom 55 € to 80 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Le Vignoble de Thoré    
9.3
Civray-de-Touraine
Located 2 km from Chenonceaux, in a hamlet on the south shore wine's expensive, the house of the late nineteenth Tours. Has 3 guest rooms upstairs. These bright rooms each with bathroom...
Located 4 km from Bléré58 € the double room 
Le clos des Roses    
9.5
Civray-de-Touraine
500 m from the renowned castle of Chenonceaux, 5ch conditioned you expect in a property close and very quiet. All are ground floor with separate entrance to each accessible to handicapped...
Located 5 km from BléréFrom 52 € to 55 € the double room 
Clos Mony    
9
Chenonceaux
Inside the castles of the Loire within the village of Chenonceaux, this former farmhouse of the nineteenth century Qard its uniqueness and charm Touraine. Near the castle and close...
Located 6 km from Bléré62 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
La vigne vierge  
8
Francueil
Renovated house located 3 km from the castle of Chenonceau, you will enjoy the quiet of the countryside and shops of the village at 200 m away. Ground floor: living room, kitchen, living...
Located 7.2 km from BléréFrom 360 € to 410 € per week 
Residence du halage
Amboise
Studio any comfort in the city center of Amboise with bed 140 X 190 and 2 bunk beds, free parking in front, shops 50 m, 500 m to city center, 15 km from the Garden Festival of Chaumont...
Located 10 km from BléréFrom 250 € to 400 € per week 
Studios de soizick, en bord de loire  
9.4
Amboise
Very stylish studio, fully equipped and independent ground floor of an old coaching inn, situated in front of the Loire, and of the Chateau d'Amboise, near downtown, train station and...
Located 10.1 km from BléréFrom 300 € to 400 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Airotel la Mignardiere  
Ballan-Miré
At 8 km southwest of Tours (Loire Valley), your ideal location for exploring the area and its castles.
Located 27 km from BléréFrom 16 € to 24 € per day 

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HOTELS
Le Pigeonnier    
9
Saint-Martin-le-Beau
Featuring a wine cellar and a shaded terrace is this hotel, located in the town of Saint-Martin-le-Beau. Each room has a private bathroom fitted with a bathtub or a shower, and toiletries...
Located 5.6 km from BléréRoom from 60 €
Auberge du Bon Laboureur     
8.8
Chenonceaux
This 18th-century country inn features a heated outdoor swimming pool in the centre of Chenonceaux. It is just 500 metres from the Castle of Chenonceau and offers free parking. Guest...
Located 5.7 km from BléréRoom from 125 €
Hostel Du Roy     
7.4
Chenonceaux
Situated near the Château de Chenonceau, this charming hotel and restaurant with a traditional family atmosphere offers quality services and personalised rooms with en suite facilities....
Located 5.8 km from BléréRoom from 33 €

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