Overview
Chambord is famous for housing the Château de Chambord, a monumental French Renaissance castle that ranks as the second most visited château in France after Versailles. The 1000-hectare National Wildlife Sanctuary offers free nature observation opportunities rarely found at major tourist sites.
Architecture · Day Trips · History · Museums · Nature
Before you go
Connectivity
WiFi and mobile coverage are available within the château grounds and visitor areas.
Money
Euros (€) are the local currency; credit cards are accepted for shuttle tickets and château admissions.
Transport
The Rémi-41 shuttle from Blois (line 2) costs €3.30 one-way or €6.60 round-trip; parking at the château is free for the lot 600m away or €6/day in the closer P0 lot.
Weather
Summer (July-August) offers the longest opening hours (until 7:30PM) but also peak crowds; spring and autumn provide pleasant weather with shorter queues.