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Getting to Loire Valley

Everything you need to plan your journey — flights, trains, car rental, and getting around once you arrive.

By Air

Nantes Atlantique (NTE)

60 minutes drive to Loire Valley

Airlines serving this airport:

Air FranceRyanaireasyJetTransavia

By Train

Excellent

Station

Tours / Nantes / Angers

From the Capital

1h15 TGV from Paris to Tours

Car Rental

Recommended:Yes
Driving side:right

The Loire stretches 300km — a car is the only practical way to explore multiple appellations

Local Transport

Rideshare

Uber available in Tours and Nantes

Public Transit

Train connects major towns; very limited rural bus service

Bike Rental

Available

Driving Tips

  • 1

    The Loire Valley is long — plan which end to explore

  • 2

    Cycle touring is popular along the Loire à Vélo route

  • 3

    Cave-dwelling wineries in Saumur have tight access roads

Region Location

Tours & Experiences in Loire Valley

Book wine tours directly with Viator or GetYourGuide

Loire Valley Wine Tasting Tours

Half day – full dayExpert-led cellar tours

Guided tastings at top wineries in Loire Valley with an expert sommelier.

Loire Valley Food & Wine Experiences

2–4 hoursLocal produce & pairings

Pair local cuisine with regional wines on a food and wine tour of Loire Valley.

Loire Valley Winery Day Trips

Full daySmall-group, expert guide

Small-group day trips to the most celebrated estates and vineyards in Loire Valley.

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