Centre

Once the “Land of the Kings”, Centre is a magical region bisected by the majestic Loire River and has long been a source of inspiration and pleasure to artists, nobility, and anyone lucky enough to be a part of its splendor. Lured by the beauty of the Loire Valley, its enticing sunsets, and green, fertile land, Centre is where most French nobility hired famous artists and architects of the period to construct their breathtaking Chateaux to protect them in an age of constant war.

 

Punctuated with over 300 Chateaux, vineyards, abbeys, cave dwellings, and lavish gardens, the Loire Valley was added to UNESCO’s list of World Heritage Sites for its outstanding cultural importance to the common heritage of humanity. It's no wonder Centre is one of the most visited area of the Loire Valley. Its accessibility from Paris makes it an ideal vacation destination or 2nd home for any prospective homebuyer.

 

Some of the most magnificent Centre properties for sale or lease are chateaux. Timeless luxury is how you could describe one of these stunning homes. Handsome architectural features are impeccably maintained or restored to their original condition. Many of these chateaux also come fully-furnished with elegant pieces which only adds to the grandeur of Centre real estate. In addition, many of these properties are sold along with large parcels of land.

If you're a fan of white wine, you can also expect to find some of the country's best in the country. A visit to one of Tours' wineries will provide a taste experience for your taste buds. The area is famous for producing sparkling whites like Vouvray and Tourraine.

 

Départements: Cher, Eure-et-Loir, Indre, Indre-et-Loire, Loiret, and Loir-et-Cher

 

Capital: Orléans

 

 

Regional wine: Touraine and Vouvray