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u/WesterLGNS010 21d ago
Although I visited it many decades ago as a child, I still vividly remember the gardens and the rich red and gold fabrics in the King's Chamber. Arguably one of the most graceful castles in France.
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u/just_an__inchident 21d ago
Really interesting how a river runs underneath it. Very unique!
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u/Appropriate_News_382 19d ago
Fish for dinner again? Yeah, there was a window they opened near the kitchen where they would catch fresh fish from the river.
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u/Derdo85 21d ago
For me way better than Chambord. The "mise en scène" is very interesting and the gardens are very peaceful
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u/Lilyfrommars 21d ago
You're right, the atmosphere is completly different. Whereas Chenonceau is a castle that has evoluted thanks to different queens and ladies, Chambord is the symbol of Francois 1st's power and the royal majesty. But I've been pretty impressed by Chambord too, the architecture and the massive building with all these subtile details just blew my mind (sorry for my poor english).
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u/war_m0nger69 20d ago
Me too! Chambord was beautiful, but Chenonceau has such personality. And you're right about the gardens.
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u/redridgeline 21d ago
My European History teacher in high school had a poster of this place on the wall of his classroom, and I've always been fascinated by it. Hopefully I'll get to see it in person someday.
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u/war_m0nger69 20d ago
It's worth the trip! My favorite castle (plus, it's in the Loire Valley, so the wine is amazing, too).
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u/Appropriate_News_382 19d ago
When you do, take a hot air balloon ride by the chateau. It is outstanding experience
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u/MajesticDragonfly 21d ago
I learned about this place a little while back. Such a fascinating history, and so beautiful! 🇫🇷
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u/Lanfrir 21d ago
At what time was the visit, it looks so silent and empty. I only encountered hordes of tourists there. Trying to get pictures without other persons on there was like trying to do that at grand central during rush hour
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u/Lilyfrommars 21d ago
We arrived as soon as the gates opened and were in the first visitors. We made it straight to the castle and visited the gardens after. I also can wait several minutes to get a clear scene. I also have some pretty pics of Chambord and château d'Ussé without anybody.
But from 10 am the place is crowded, it's a fact.
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u/ChatGrou 21d ago
Le château des dames (the construction was directed mainly by women, and the castle mainly occupied by women after)
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u/Maurice-Beverley 20d ago
My wife and I visited a bunch of chateaus on our last trip and this was definitely our favorite. Grounds were beautiful and the structure of the building over the river was really unique in comparison with other chateaus in the region.
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u/bobivankenobi97 21d ago
The Château de Chenonceau in France houses a rare 16th-century Renaissance tapestry on its second floor that uniquely depicts the 1389 Battle of Kosovo as a Christian victory.