A French expression that the English stole from us years ago defines mirages as “castles in Spain,” no doubt by way of contrast to those in France, which are a very tangible reality. In France there ...

Exploring France's *chateaux* is a magical experience, taking you through the country's rich history and architectural ...

If the famed French writer Victor Hugo had visited the Château de Chambord today, it's safe to say he would have been over-sharing it on Instagram. After travelling there for the first time, he wrote: ...

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Along the Loire River Valley, the beautiful French countryside is studded with châteaux. Along the Loire River Valley, the beautiful French countryside is studded with evocative châteaux. Home-basing ...

The Loire Valley, about two hours southwest of Paris, offers France's greatest array of château experiences. Marvel at sumptuous interiors, cared for by noble families who've lived in them for ...

At the Marathon des Châteaux du Médoc, the 26.2 miles aren’t the only challenges a runner faces.

Choosing which Loire Valley châteaux to visit is both a delightful and challenging dilemma, one that quickly becomes overwhelming. There are 300 châteaux in total, and about 100 open to the public.

In France's Loire Valley, castles are relying on the magic of Christmas to secure their future. Each winter, historical landmarks are turned into festive, fairy-tale settings, drawing tens of ...

A picture shows an aerial view of the Haut-Koenigsbourg castle in Orschwiller (Photo by SEBASTIEN BOZON / AFP) Forget Versailles, Chantilly and the tourist traps along the Loire. Here are some of ...