Motorhome area of Amboise (Indre et Loire)

Stay in the welcoming historical city of Amboise, in the heart of the Loire valley. Here, you can enjoy a relaxed way of life all year round. Find-out the secrets of this old Royal City with its rich culture and wonderful natural environment. Amboise is the birth place of the Renaissance in France. The kings Charles VIII and François 1st grew up here and reigned here, and the greatest Italian artists worked here to build magnificent castles. The lively town is a short walk from the calm island. The Royal Castle (just a few meters from the area) sits on a rocky spur over the Loire river. Leonardo da Vinci’s tomb is protected inside it. Do not miss the many emblems of French history around Amboise : The Loire Castles. Discover Chenonceau, Chaumont-sur-Loire, Cheverny, Chambord... The Ile d'Or is also an ideal starting point to discover the Loire by bicycle, and enjoy the scenic views along this UNESCO world heritage river. Amboise market is one of the most beautiful in the Val de Loire region ! Browse the stalls of regional specialities and home-made products every Friday and Sunday of the year from 8am to 1.30pm. Amboise truly symbolises the French Art of Living. Rabelais sang about it 500 years ago !