Centre-Val-De-Loire caravan and motorhome campsites

'Le Centre-Val-De-Loire' is made up of 6 departements, Indre et Loire-Loir and Cher-Eure and Loire-Loire and Indre-Cher.

Referred to as the ‘Garden of France’, situated in the northern central part of France, much of its produce consists of quality fruits and vegetables and of course the local vinyards including the famous Sancerre, making the local gastronomy typical of the French art of living.

It is also renowned for its beautiful flowered parks and gardens. Savouring the colour, scent and peacefulness on an afternoon stroll makes wonderful holiday memories.

The Loire Valley is the main feature of the region with many sights and activities to enjoy. The Loire River provides a stunning centrepiece to the region and creates ideal opportunities for canoeing, kayaking, walking and cycling. The wealth of impressive chateaux and historic towns has welcomed many poets and writers seeking inspiration from the luxurious palaces that France's renaissance kings created.

Take a hot air balloon trip and sail above these magnificent historic sites on a warm summer evening.

Major towns and cities

• Tours – Site of the Paris-Tours road bicycle race and largest city in the region
• Orléans – The town boasts many historical sites and pretty streets to explore
• Chateauroux – enjoys a tranquil, laid-back atmosphere for holidaymakers
• Olivet – Glimpses of castles and water mills can be found in this old commune
• Blois - renaissance chateau and lovely shopping street and cafes

Regional attractions

• Chateau de Chenonceau – Country villa inspired by the Italian Renaissance
• Chateau de Chambord - Magnificent castle set in woodlands where wild boar and deer roam freely
• Loire Valley – France’s biggest UNESCO-listed site
• Cathédrale de Chartres – 13th Century gothic art cathedral, one of the world's most beautiful with an unmissable summer light show
• Chateau de Villandry – Famous ornamental gardens encompass this classical countryside villa
• Briare Canal - Created in 1604, it is one of France's oldest man made waterways
• Chateau de Cheverny - Fans of Tintin will recognise it as Captain Haddocks home
• Zoo Par de Beauval - One for they younger members of the family, huge variety of animals including the famous Pandas.