Château de Villandry: Guide and history (Loire Valley)
Get the guide to the beautiful Château de Villandry, a privately-owned castle near the city of Tours. Learn about its history, what there is to see inside, and much more. (As an Amazon affiliate, we may earn commissions on certain purchases. Please note, information provided is for entertainment purposes. See our disclosure policy for details.) The Château de Villandry was never a royal château. Nonetheless, there is a majesty and elegance to the château that is bound to impress all those who visit. The château has been privately-owned for much of its history, and as such was not originally one of the most well-known châteaux in the Loire valley . But with finely curated interiors and exquisite gardens, it is now one that attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors every year. So let’s explore how the Château de Villandry came to be and what to see inside, shall we? Allons-y! History Dating back to the 10th century and the Middle ages, the fortress that once stood here was kno...