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Richelieu : Things to see and do
Richelieu : Organise your stay
Richelieu :
Unmissable tourist sites
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Richelieu Hotel tips
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LOGIS Hôtel le Puits Doré from59 €
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Château Hôtel Savigny from180 €
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Auberge de Crissay - Aux Coups de Coeur from72 €
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Travel guide Richelieu 
Richelieu : The Michelin guide review
In 1621, when Armand du Plessis (1585-1642), Bishop of Luçon, acquired Richelieu, all that stood on the banks of the Mable was a village and a manor house. When he became prime minister and Duke of Richelieu, he entrusted Jacques Lemercier with the task of designing a new castle and a town encircled by walls. In the 17C the construction was acknowledged as a wonder by all who saw it. Almost nothing remains of the Cardinal's palace, but the pleasant town with its fairs and markets still thrives.
Tourist attractions Richelieu : Things to see and do
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Château d’Azay le Rideau
Rue du Château F - 37190 Azay-le-Rideau
Dominated by turrets redolent of the Middle Ages, this marvellously graceful white château was built by Gilles Berthelot between 1518 and 1527. Part of it looms over the River Indre; this architectural gem has one of the earliest sloped staircases in..
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Futuroscope Park
A10 F - 86000 Poitiers
In the Futuroscope you can fly, fall and even leave the solar system without getting out of your chair, thanks to the digital technology that takes you into the fourth dimension where science and simulations come together to give you a taste of the f..
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Laid out over four terraces, Villandry’s gardens are the epitome of Renaissance architectural convention. On the upper level the garden of the sun is a former meadow surronded by lime trees and dominates the whole ensemble. The water garden is th..
Hotels Richelieu
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Relais du Plessis
Route de Thuet - La Coupure du Parc F - 37120 Richelieu
Prix Prices from : 60 EUR
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Belle Epoque
14 Avenue Gambetta F - 37500 Chinon
Prix Prices from : 40 EUR
Belle Epoque is located in the centre of Chinon in the Parc naturel régional Loire-Anjou-Tourain on the boarder of the Vienne River. It offers a fully furnished terrace. Each room is in a simple décor. They are equipped with double glazed windows, a..
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Château Hôtel Savigny
6 Rue Du Château F - 86140 Savigny Sous Faye
Located in the South of the Loire Valley, Renaissance-style Château Hotel Savigny welcomes you in a 4-star setting in the heart of a charming 18-hectar parkland. The hotel was renovated with your comfort in mind during several years. It features lux..
Restaurants Richelieu
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This restaurant stands on a shady square with a fountain, at the foot of the ramparts. Diners head here for the chef's simple, hearty cuisine centred on good seasonal ingredients.
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This building is typical of the Touraine and a stone's throw from the château. The decor is pleasant and the food - enhanced by regional ingredients - really hits the spot! Not to mention the charming service.
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Enjoy generous foodie offerings at this highly recommended little eatery. Tongue terrine and vegetables, cheek of pork with citrus fruit and homemade purée, caramelised apple feuilleté... Smart dining room, despite the gloomy approach.
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A smart and welcoming setting. The chef prepares modern market-based cuisine, including jellied rabbit with a froth of baby peas.
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Rustic meets modern in this 18C Touraine building. It boasts a delightful terrace on the Cher and fine cuisine using quality ingredients.
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As the name suggests, extremely fresh seafood, prepared with flair and originality, tops the menu. Those who love seafood will not be disappointed, and dining here won't break the bank!
