Overview
Blois sits almost equidistant between Tours and Orléans in the Loir-et-Cher department of Centre-Val de Loire, making it a practical overnight stop on a Loire Valley château circuit. The town is dominated by the dramatic Royal Château de Blois, whose four facades showcase four centuries of French architecture in a single hillside tableau.
Architecture · Day Trips · History · Museums
Before you go
Connectivity
Mobile coverage is standard French 4G. Free Wi-Fi is available at TourHotel and in some cafés around place du Château.
Culture
The town is deeply tied to French royal history, particularly the Valois era. Dress modestly when visiting cathedrals and churches.
Money
France uses the euro (€). ATMs are widely available in town. Credit cards are accepted at most hotels and restaurants.
Transport
TGV from Paris to Tours or Orléans then a regional train to Blois. The journey from Paris takes about 2 hours total. Blois-Chambord station is centrally located.
Weather
Blois has a temperate oceanic climate. Spring and early autumn offer the most comfortable walking weather for sightseeing and cycling day trips.