Suggested tours > Tour Chambord (paid option)Visit to Chambord CastleAn immersion into Renaissance architecture in the Loire Valley A guided tour through Chambord CastleDiscover Chambord Castle on a guided group tour through the iconic highlights of this Renaissance masterpiece, commissioned by Francis I in the 16th century. You will explore the grand state rooms and royal apartments, as well as the famous double-helix staircase attributed to Leonardo da Vinci — an architectural marvel that allows two people to ascend and descend without ever crossing paths. The tour continues onto the panoramic terraces, offering a breathtaking view over the castle's distinctive lantern-topped rooftops and the vast forested estate, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. From royal history and architectural genius to unspoiled nature, this tour offers a vivid immersion into one of France's most visited monuments and an enduring symbol of the Loire Valley. 
The façade and moatA first encounter with this 440-room castle, a symbol of the French Renaissance. 
The double-helix staircaseA feat of ingenuity attributed to Leonardo da Vinci, at the very heart of the castle. 
The panoramic terracesAn exceptional view over the lantern-topped rooftops and the national estate. 
The national estate5,440 hectares of forest and nature, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Practical informationDuration and capacityDuration: 1h30 Capacity: 30 participants / guide ⚠️ Visiting the terraces requires climbing stairs. Meeting pointIn front of the main entrance to the castle, 15 minutes before the tour departs. Price and transport€48 per person, transport included. Return coach from the Orléans campus (€20) + castle entrance and guided tour (€28). ⚠️ Coach transport is mandatory — individual access to the site is not possible as part of this tour. |
