Tourism - Loiret



Loiret is a French department that is belong to the Centre region of France. Le main cities are Orléans, Montargis and Pithiviers.

The town of Orleans possesses numerous historical vestiges and heritage, the Cathedral of Orleans or Jeanne d’Arc’s house, which has a museum and exhibitions. Other religious buildings as well as the Pont Royal are also attractive sites. In addition, the castle of Augerville in Augerville-la-Rivière; the castle of Beaugency with the Orleanese Art and tradition Museum and the castle of Bellegarde.

The Val de Loire, listed as world heritage by UNESCO, offers beautiful and rare landscapes. The concept ‘Loire à vélo’ or Loire by bike in English, gives the possibility to discover the area by bike or by foot. The train stations are linked to the cycling paths, which makes an easy access to them.

Finally, among the cultural events, the festivals in the area are: the Loire festival in Orleans, the Jazz Festival in Orleans and the Festicolor Festival in Meung-sur-Loire.

Top tourist cities in Loiret

orleans

Tourism Orléans : One of the oldest city of France

Orléans is a city located in the north west of France, about 130 kilometres southwest of Paris. It's the capital of the Loiret department and of the Centre region. Orléans is situated on the Loire River between Beauce and Gâtinais, the ...


Must : Cathédrale Sainte-Croix d'Orléans

montargis

Tourism Montargis

Montargis is located about an hour southeast of Paris, offers all the attractions and advantages of a small capital. Montargis is known for its cuisine in the Centre region and the months of Gastronomy celebrated every year in October. The city has a rich ...


pithiviers

Tourism Pithiviers

Pithiviers is a French commune located in the department of Loiret and the Centre region. Bordered by the Essonne, it is located on the limestone bedrock of the former lake Beauce and has little relief. A prison camp and transit, was installed in the village in Vichy. ...


Other tourist cities