Overview
Château-du-Loir is a small market town on the river Le Loir (not to be confused with the larger Loire further south). It serves the local community with supermarkets, shops, medical and legal services, banks, and a Gendarmerie.
Budget Travel · Cycling · Day Trips · Nature · Transit Hub
Before you go
Accommodation
Hotels, B&Bs, gîtes, and camping are available. Book early for Le Mans 24-hour race week as the town fills up quickly.
Activities
Canoeing on the Loir (from La Chartre sur le Loir to Marçon) and watersports at Marçon (9 km away) are popular warm-weather activities.
Connectivity
Basic connectivity available in town; McDonald's offers free Wi-Fi.
Food
Many restaurants and bars close on Mondays. Local specialty includes andouillette (tripe sausages). A weekly market operates opposite Hôtel de Ville.
Transport
The town sits on the A28 motorway at junction 26, making it a convenient stop for drivers. The train station offers regional TER connections on the Paris-Tours line.