Fortified for the day the Pelaton followed along the Loire being sorely tempted by the numerous caves offering tastings - tour director reminded the crew of the big day planned that morning wine tastings didn't fit with. A morning visit to the Abbaye de Fontevaud brought a little piety into our lives. It is rambling set of buildings with an incredible history most associated with Eleanor of Aquitaine.
Lunch stop was at Azay de Rideau with its wonderful Chateau before driving on to Blois.
It was many years ago that we stopped here and the town has a rich history as a former capital of France. Another value meal at a Lyonnaise restaurant below the Chateau de Blois was followed by the lumiere (light show) detailing the castles turbulent history projected on the walls.
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