15 Apr 2019 – 17 Apr 2019
Loire Châteaux Easter Egg Hunts 2019
Delight the little ones with the traditional Easter activities at the fairytale castles of the Loire Valley. Prices vary by activity/venue.
Massive spectacles on the Loire and in ancient monastic towns; odes to the regal châteaux gardens of the region; exciting sports events and, naturally, a festival that celebrates the most famous daughter of the region, Joan of Arc. Central France is busy all year round, but here are the six best events to put in your diary.
- 29 Apr 2019 – 8 May 2019
Fêtes de Jeanne d’Arc 2019
The Maid of Orleans gets her own festival for the 589th year running. Processions, a medieval market and much more. Free.
- 25 Apr 2019 – 3 Nov 2019
Festival International des Jardins 2019
Every year top international landscape artists create a magnificent thematic 10-hectre garden in the castle's grounds. April – November 2019. Adults €18 – €25.
- 18 Sep 2019 – 22 Sep 2019
Festival de Loire 2019
Join in the fun when the quays of the Loire throb with festivities. Food, wine, music and hundreds of sailing boats on the river. Free.
- 2 Aug 2019 – 5 Aug 2019
Fresque historique de Bridiers | Bridiers Historical Fresco 2019
A massive spectacle with hundreds of actors and horses in an ancient monastic city that runs for three nights in early August 2019.
- 22 Sep 2019
Marathon Touraine-Loire Valley 2019
A test of endurance, but a scenic one, taking in a château, formal gardens and the Loire. 22 September 2019. Fees: €40 – €50, depending on date of registration.