Orléans

Orléans

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownOrléansSaint-Jean-le-Blanc at 1.9 km (5 min)
Insee code45234Saint-Jean-de-la-Ruelle at 2.8 km (7 min)
Postcode45100Fleury-les-Aubrais at 4.1 km (11 min)
Latitude47.9029640Olivet at 4.3 km (9 min)
Longitude1.9092510Saint-Pryvé-Saint-Mesmin at 4.4 km (10 min)
AltitudeFrom 90 to 124 metersLa Chapelle-Saint-Mesmin at 5.6 km (10 min)
Surface27.48 km²Saint-Jean-de-Braye at 5.9 km (12 min)
Population113234 inhabitantsSaint-Denis-en-Val at 6.4 km (13 min)
Density4230 inhabitants/km²Saran at 7.5 km (14 min)
National labelIngré at 7.5 km (14 min)
DepartmentLoiretSaint-Hilaire-Saint-Mesmin at 8 km (16 min)
RegionCentreSearch another town
LOCATION

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TOWN PRESENTATION

Regional capital, Orléans lives to the rhythm of the Loire. Loaded his past history, its majestic cathedral, her heroine Joan of Arc, and his festival Loire fingerprints are all that mark the discovery of Orléans.

Located 1 hour from Paris and the Loire, with an exceptional quality of life is the ideal city to spend a weekend getaway or a family in which to settle.


SIGHTSEEING
  • Holy Cross Cathedral.
  • Parc Floral de la Source.
  • Museum of Fine Arts.
  • Hotel Groslot.
  • Museum.
  • The Loire.
  • Historical and Archaeological Museum of Orléans and Room Jeanne d'Arc.
  • Historic Centre.
  • Hotel niches.
  • The CERCIL - Museum - Memorial to the children of the Vel d'Hiv.
Detailed information
TransportTrain station of Orléans
Information pointsTourist Office of Orléans
Leisure centresFloral Park of La Source,   Museum Historique et Archéologique de l'Orléanais,   Museum of Fine Art of Orléans,   Museum of the Sciences Naturelles,   Skating Rink of the Baron
MonumentsCathedral Sainte-Croix,   Chambre de commerce,   Church Notre-Dame-de-Recouvrance,   Church Saint-Euverte,   Collegiate Church Saint-Aignan,   Law Court of Orléans,   Private Mansion Groslot
Performance hallsExhibition Park of Orléans,   L'Astroclub,   L'Astrolabe,   Stadium Marcel-Garcin,   Stadium of La Source,   Theatre of Orleans,   Zénith d'Orleans

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS
  • Celebrations of Joan of Arc in May.
  • Festival Jazz in June.
  • Days of Sustainability: in June
  • The Jumble: August.
  • Festival de Loire: odd years in September.
  • La Caravane de Loire: even years in September.
  • Open Tennis: in September.
  • Back in the Day: September.
  • The market for Christmas in December.
  • The basketball season with the Entente Orleans.

ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
  • The castles of the Loire.
  • The forest Orléans.
PHOTOS
View of the Cathedral Saint Croix and Saint-Paterne
 
The Loire night (Photo credit: City of Orléans)
Hotel niches (Photo credit: City of Orléans)
 
Rue Saint-Eloi (Credit: City Orléans)
Former Centre (Photo credit: City of Orléans)
 
Place Martroi (Photo credit: City of Orléans)
Rose Garden Park La Source flowers (Photo: J. Danet)
 
Flamingo Park La Source flowers (Photo: J. Danet)
relax in the Parc Floral Source (Credit: J. Danet)
 
tram (Photo credit: City of Orléans)
Festival de Loire (Photo credit: City of 'Orléans)
 
Festival de Loire (Photo credit: City of Orléans)
Festival de Loire (Photo credit: City of Orléans)
 
Joan of Arc Festival (Photo credit: City of Orléans)
Open tennis ( Photo credit: City of Orléans)
 
The Agreement, basketball team (Photo credit: City of Orléans)
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WEATHER
Tuesday 14 February
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Min. 1°C - Max. 3°C
Wednesday 15 February
Day
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Min. 1°C - Max. 7°C
Thursday 16 February
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Min. 2°C - Max. 9°C
RESTAURANTS 
Le 128
Olivet
The pleasure of Bistronomie! At the crossroads of Italian and traditional cuisine, Le 128 offers a friendly stopover in a contemporary and warm atmosphere. Located just 5 minutes from...
Located 3.5 km from OrléansFrom 20 € to 40 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
La Vieille Réparée    
9.8
Orléans
Guest room on the first floor of a mansion from the early nineteenth century, located in the historic center of Orleans. This is a large room with adjoining boudoir. Possible four beds,...
Located in Orléans80 € the double room 
Les courtils    
8.7
Chécy
Pretty village house, overlooking the Loire Valley, 10 km from Orleans. The house has 3 bedrooms all with private bathrooms. A small garden and a friendly teak terrace for your rel...
Located 8.6 km from Orléans60 € the double room 
Le clos de cornella  
Donnery
1 hour from Paris, in a restored farmhouse surrounded by a flower garden, in this context so friendly with rustic decor and style, you will calm a step that will let you discover the...
Located 13.9 km from Orléans60 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Gites de villiers  
9.6
Vennecy
In an old fortress from the XVI, on a farm, cottage and three 3 ears NN * prefecture, near crop fields, independent lodging owners of the house, ideal for walking, resting, visiting...
Located 11.3 km from OrléansFrom 265 € to 365 € per week 
La Maison du Jardin
Chaumont-sur-Tharonne
In a beautiful private park, in the Sologne, a remote haven really not far from the Châteaux de la Loire.
Located 29 km from OrléansFrom 310 € to 470 € per week 

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HOTELS
Comfort Hotel Orléans Sud     
7.2
Orléans
Comfort Hotel Orléans Sud is ideally close to the Zenith and the Parc des Exhibitions and just a 5-minute drive from the city centre. Guestrooms are en suite equipped LCD TV with Canal+...
Located in OrléansRoom from 50 €
Quality Hotel Orleans Centre (Hotel Terminus)     
8.1
Orléans
Quality Hotel Orleans Centre is a traditional property set in a pedestrianised area in central Orléans. It offers comfortable en suite accomodation. Included in the price of the room...
Located in OrléansRoom from 51 €
Adagio Access Orléans     
7.7
Orléans
Featuring a heated indoor swimming pool, private on-site parking and free internet access, the Adagio Access Orléans provides modern, self-catering accommodation. The apartments are...
Located in OrléansRoom from 45 €

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