Château de la Bussière
One and a half hours South of Paris, in the Loiret region not far from Orléans, between Gien and Briare, lies the Château de la Bussière, just one of the many incomparable tourist sights of the area.
http://www.chateau-labussiere.com/
Château de Saint-Brisson
This castle, originally a 12th century medieval fortress, was transformed into a dwelling in the 16th century and inhabited until 1987. Visiting its 12 rooms introduces you to a stately home of great character (from the kitchen to the roof structure), but with one extra asset – magnificent views over the Loire valleyhttp://www.coeur-de-france.com/st-brisson-chateau.html
Château de Saint Fargeau
Between the rivers Loire and Yonne, the small town of Saint Fargeau is the historic capital of the Puisaye region. Less than 2 hours from Paris, the Château de Saint Fargeau towers proudly over a region full of charm and mystery.http://www.chateau-de-st-fargeau.com
Château de Guédelon
They have discovered a wild and wooded site, a former quarry, a landscape dating back to the year 1000. With stones and wood sourced locally they are building a fortified castle using 13th century techniques.
http://www.guedelon.fr
Further places to visit
Château de Sully sur Loire link
Gien porcelain factories link
Château de Gien link
Musée de la mosaïque et des émaux (Mosaics and enamels Museum) link
Musée des deux marines (Museum about navigation on the Loire) link
Office du tourisme de Briare (Briare tourist office) link
Charmes nautiques (Sailing delights) link
La loire à vélo (The Loire by bicycle) link
