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All the kings of France from Charles VII to Francois I stayed in the city of Amboise.
From this, the first royal building of the Renaissance, they called for its construction and decoration.

chateau Amboise
Amboise - ©JF Le Scour

LVO Selection
"Visit the chateaux of the Loire"
Discover Amboise
 



Many activities are available to visitors, including a magnificent sound and light show on the grounds of the chateau.

History:

In the Middle Ages, Amboise was in a strategic position looking over one of the few bridges that allowed people to cross the Loire. The Counts of Anjou owned a keep that was confiscated by Charles VII in 1434 after an attempted coup. The chateau then became Crown property.

The Valois and Bourbons honored Amboise with their presence until the Revolution. In 1821, the chateau was passed on to Louis-Philippe by his mother, and remained part of the heritage of the Maison de France.

Amboise chateau now belongs to the Fondation Saint-Louis, which is run by the duc de Luynes, who ensures the conservation of this historic building.

 

 


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