Tag Archives: Loire Valley

A Drive in the Countryside

Posted on June 3, 2023 by Kerry & Jim

We crossed the Loire River and took a drive into the countryside on the south side of the river. There are many little hamlets surrounded by farmland. The rolling hills are a patchwork of paddocks growing everything from grapes, grains, … Continue reading →

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Saumur and the Mushroom Caves

Posted on June 2, 2023 by Kerry & Jim

The dominant feature of the Saumur skyline is the Chateau. Over the centuries the chateau has been used as a palace, garrison and a prison, and is now a museum housing many collections of French history. From the chateau walls … Continue reading →

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Our home in Loire Valley

Posted on June 1, 2023 by Kerry & Jim

We are staying in the lovely little riverside hamlet of Saint Clement des Levees. It is located on the north side of the levee bank of the Loire River and about 10 km west of Saumur. Our hosts Colin and … Continue reading →

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Loire Valley

Posted on June 1, 2023 by Kerry & Jim

We have been out exploring a couple of nearby villages and taking in the local sights. We are getting used to the driving again (both driver and passenger) so the small narrow streets in the villages are no longer hair … Continue reading →

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