50 Christmas Stay in the Land of Châteaux – 7-Château Pass

To ensure you don’t miss a thing, treat yourself to this all-inclusive package. It covers admission tickets to the seven participating châteaux, overnight stays at a 3-star hotel in Tours (including breakfast and dinner), and a tasting of mulled wine and crêpes at the Tours Christmas market.

What’s in store at the châteaux:

Château de Chenonceau – Christmas Traditions from Around the World
This year, Chenonceau pays tribute to the spirit and traditions of Christmas—the ones from our childhood and the ones we dream of—all reimagined through the eyes of scenographer Jean-François Boucher (a *Meilleur Ouvrier de France* award-winner) and his team from the château’s floral workshop. They are reinventing Christmas customs not only from France but also from Great Britain, Germany, the Americas, Japan, Iceland, and beyond—a nod to the visitors who travel here from all over the globe!
The Grand Gallery spanning the river transforms into a Viennese ballroom, while the incredible kitchens—located within the bridge piers—are divided between India (with its vibrant colors and aromatic spices), Provence (featuring the traditional "Thirteen Desserts"), and Alsace. It is a unique world that changes every year, always distinguished by talented floral and botanical creations.

Château Royal d'Amboise – A Royal Christmas for Animals
Taking advantage of the Court’s temporary absence, the many animals living at the Château d’Amboise have decided to secretly organize their own Christmas festivities within the royal residence. Each animal—using its own unique skills and talents—has ingeniously contributed to creating the decorations on display. Alongside Queen Anne’s multicolored birds, wild beasts, a baby giraffe, and an ostrich mingle with deer, birds of prey, and mischievous small rodents amidst these joyful preparations. As curious guests, visitors to the château are invited this year to mingle and take part in a Christmas celebration unlike any other!

Château d'Azay-le-Rideau – The Flavors of Haute Pâtisserie
For this new edition of "Christmas in the Land of Châteaux," the Château d’Azay-le-Rideau places gastronomy at the heart of its program. Each room in the monument is paired with a signature holiday delicacy, showcased within refined, immersive, and sometimes animated settings. Through this unique tour, visitors discover the world of Christmas preparations and the craftsmanship that defines grand holiday feasts. The scenography pays tribute to the artisans of taste and the chefs whose passion, exacting standards, and creativity transform Christmas meals into unique moments of conviviality and wonder. The château thus becomes the setting for a gourmet celebration where heritage and the art of living come together.

Château de Langeais – An Enchanted, Musical Christmas
The Château de Langeais invites you to experience a Christmas filled with poetry. From room to room, Christmas carols and music echo amidst decorations created entirely by artists from the Touraine region. Light, greenery, textiles, paper, and sound combine in an immersive composition—featuring a delicate, contemporary narrative—that engages in a dialogue with the site’s collections, architectural spaces, and historic materials. Up in the attic, an enchanted forest brings this magical journey to a close. Younger visitors can extend the adventure with a Christmas-carol-themed activity booklet, designed to accompany them as they explore the château.

Royal City of Loches – Tales of the Royal City: Beauty and the Beast
Enter without fear… and let yourself be guided by the magic of the fairy tale. As part of the "Christmas in the Land of Châteaux" event, the Royal City of Loches invites visitors to immerse themselves in the timeless tale of *Beauty and the Beast*—first published in 1740 by Gabrielle-Suzanne de Villeneuve and later popularized in 1756 by Jeanne-Marie Leprince de Beaumont. From the entrance of the Royal Lodgings, every space transforms into a living scene from the story, brought to life by snow, red roses, elaborate décor, and lighting effects. A snow-dusted staircase, Belle’s bedroom, an enchanting banquet, and a magical finale create an immersive journey filled with poetry, emotion, and wonder—a unique sensory experience within an exceptional monument.

Château and Gardens of Villandry – Nature Comes to the Château for Christmas
This winter, nature takes center stage at the Château de Villandry. Once the doors close, plants and animals take over every room, creating an atmosphere that shifts between woodland and snowy landscapes—yet remains consistently warm and welcoming. This year, however, the forest inhabitants have set themselves a major challenge: to create their own (magical) Christmas vegetable garden, directly inspired by Villandry’s famous one! Naturally, there will be vegetables, but plenty of other surprises await as well…

Royal Fortress of Chinon – Christmas in the Land of Fairies
The Royal Fortress of Chinon celebrates the realm of fairies, inspired by medieval tales and the world of enchantment. Designed as an immersive stroll, the visit gradually reveals these mysterious creatures—whether hidden amidst the scenery or moving through the heart of an enchanted forest. The route leads visitors through various scenes of fairy life, showing them watching over a magic cradle or preparing a Christmas feast, thereby evoking the close bond between these beings and the human world. The experience continues in the Clock Tower with a photographic exhibition dedicated to the Cottingley Fairies, offering a perspective that blends history and illusion regarding these creatures and their powers. Ultimately, perhaps the magic of Christmas finds its origins in these fairies—the quiet guardians of imaginary worlds...

Why choose this getaway?
To enjoy a timeless experience with family or friends
To discover the finest châteaux of Touraine, beautifully adorned for the holidays
To experience all seven unique themes featured across the châteaux
To immerse yourself fully in the magic of Christmas
To enjoy comfortable accommodation in Tours, right in the heart of the city's festive atmosphere