France
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
ExcellentStation
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
Loire Valley, France
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