Spring Getaways with Rémi

Birdsong, blooming groves, countryside walks and forest adventures... Spring is back, and Rémi has selected a range of seasonal escapes across the Centre-Val de Loire region just for you.

Stroll Through Catherine de Medici's Garden at Château de Chenonceau (37)

Standard roses, lavender borders, blue cedars, sequoias, ivy and boxwood will guide you through the elegant pathways of the iconic Château de Chenonceau, awarded the "Remarkable Garden" label.

If you choose to visit the château itself, you'll also be delighted by its 150 floral arrangements, most of which are created using flowers grown in the château's own flower garden.

Bonus: Present your Rémi transport ticket to benefit from a discounted admission rate.

Getting there with Rémi: Take Line C (bikes accepted) or the train to Chenonceaux station, located just 400 metres away.

More information on the Château de Chenonceau website.

Listen to the Birds Announcing Spring (45)

At the Saint-Mesmin National Nature Reserve, an ornithologist will guide you in search of the birds whose songs herald the arrival of spring.

Join this visual and auditory experience on 28 March at 10:00 a.m.

Getting there with Rémi: Take a Rémi train to Saint-Ay station, served from Blois, Tours and Orléans.

More information on the Loiret Nature website.

Easter Egg Hunt and a Princely Walk at Château de Valençay (36)

Following its winter closure, the Château of the Prince of Talleyrand reopens to visitors on 28 March.

Enjoy the flower-filled gardens across the estate's 53 hectares, take the children to the educational farm or challenge yourselves in Napoleon's Maze.

On Saturday 4 April, don't miss the traditional Easter egg hunt!

Bonus: Your Rémi transport ticket entitles you to discounted admission.

Getting there with Rémi: Take Line A from Châteauroux, or arrive by train. The château is just a 10-minute walk from Valençay station.

More information on the Château de Valençay website.

Visit the Largest Enclosed Forest Park in Europe at Château de Chambord (41)

The Château de Chambord is famous for its spectacular architecture combining medieval influences with French Renaissance design.

But did you know that Chambord is also a national wildlife reserve and a UNESCO World Heritage Site?

Explore up to 30 kilometres of walking and cycling trails, and, if you're lucky, spot ospreys, deer or wild boar.

Getting there with Rémi: Take Line 2 between Blois and Lamotte-Beuvron, or depart directly from Blois-Chambord station.

Full details are available on the Rémi page dedicated to Chambord.

More information on the National Estate of Chambord website.

International Garden Festival at Château de Chaumont-sur-Loire (41)

On 22 April, the International Garden Festival opens under the theme:

"The Garden Goes to the Movies."

Around thirty temporary landscape creations invite visitors to explore the artistic, narrative and symbolic connections between cinema and gardens.

Getting there with Rémi: Take Rémi Train Line 5 to Onzain-Chaumont station, then the Azalys shuttle to the estate.

More information on the Château de Chaumont-sur-Loire website.

A Weekend of Wonder in Chartres (28)

On 11 April, the unmissable Chartres en Lumières event returns.

Around twenty sound and light shows illuminate the city's remarkable heritage.

Getting there with Rémi: Travel using one of the many Rémi routes serving Chartres.

More information on the Chartres en Lumières website.

Cycling and Heritage Around Sancerre (18)

Listed among France's Most Beautiful Villages, the medieval hilltop town of Sancerre offers spectacular panoramic views.

Set off on walking or cycling routes through the surrounding Berry countryside.

Even better, Rémi Line 110 coaches are equipped to carry mountain bikes, electric bikes and bicycles.

Bonus: Enjoy discounted admission to the Maison des Sancerre by presenting your Rémi ticket.

Getting there with Rémi: Take Line 110 between Bourges and Cosne-sur-Loire.

More information on the Tourist Office website.

Discover or Rediscover Château de Sully-sur-Loire (45)

One of the most popular heritage sites in the Loiret department, Château de Sully-sur-Loire celebrates spring with several special events:

• A special Easter observation game on 5 April, challenging young and old adventurers to identify objects hidden throughout the château's collections.
• The final weekend of the comic-book festival "Le Château se Livre" on 18 and 19 April, featuring author meet-and-greets, book signings, a pop-up bookshop and creative workshops.

Getting there with Rémi: Take Line 3A from Orléans.

More information on the Château de Sully website.

Easter Egg Hunt and Arts & Crafts at Château de Maintenon (28)

The elegant Château de Maintenon welcomes spring with several events, including its traditional Easter egg hunt on 5 April.

From 10 to 12 April, arts and crafts take centre stage in the château's Orangery.

And if you travel with Rémi, you'll benefit from discounted admission upon presentation of your transport ticket.

Getting there with Rémi: Take Line 8 or the train to Maintenon station, located 1.4 km from the château.

More information on the Château de Maintenon website.