Chambord is a town in Centre-Val de Loire in France. It is famous for the royal Château de Chambord. The domain of Chambord may count as one of the most impressive in the region.
From Paris (north): motorway A 10 towards Blois, exit n° 16 towards Mer, then secondary road D 112 to Chambord. From Tours (south): motorway A 10, exit n° 17 towards Blois, then secondary road D 33 to Chambord. From Blois: bus Parking - There is a large free car park available near the Château.
Be sure to visit the 3D-movie room on the ground floor (accessible to disabled people). A virtual visit of the château using computer animation, giving you a fantastic insight into the château's construction, history and architecture.
Enjoy the magnificent 1000 hectares (2,500 acres) of the National Wildlife Sanctuary, where you can picnic, cycle (rental available everyday April to November) or just stroll to the free observatories and watch the animals. Maps are available at the reception.
A twice daily Horse Show takes place in the stables of the Marshall of Saxony near the château (11:45AM & 4:45PM May to September daily, except Mondays - 2007). Entrance fee - The royal castle is so impressive that it takes at least one hour to visit (€8.50 low season, €9.50 high season - 2007).
Audio commentary - Hand held audio devices are available in many languages to guide you around the Château (€4.00 - 2007). You will need one per person as they are held against the ear - just enter the 3 digit codes shown around the Château to listen to very informative commentaries of the areas you are in.
There are a number of cafe's and a restaurant in the grounds of the Château. The nearby town of Blois has good restaurants.
Drinks are available on site and there is a bar in the stable area.
The nearby towns of Blois and Amboise on the Loire River have a number of reasonably priced hotels.
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