Amboise Castle (Amboise) - the first monument of architecture, built in the Renaissance style in the Loire Valley. Rich in the names of kings, the history of this structure began as far back as the 11th century. Today Amboise is one of the most famous castles, attracting a large number of tourists. Glory to him brought not only people from the Valois dynasty, but also the great artist Leonardo da Vinci, who lived in recent years in the immediate vicinity of Amboise and buried in his territory.
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History
The history of the castle Amboise goes back centuries, in the times of the Celts and the King of Franks Clovis. For a long time Amboise performs the function of a fortification and only in the 15th century it becomes a royal residence. Here repeatedly stops King Charles VII, the children of Louis XI are born, and Charles VIII, who reconstructed and renovated the building, spends all his time in the castle, down to the very death.
However, the castle is branded by a completely different crowned person - patron of arts and philanthropist Francis I, who invites the great Leonardo da Vinci to France in 1516. At that time, the Italian artist was already 64 years old. He is accommodated in the Manor of Clu, and all his time he devotes to painting and teaching. Leonardo da Vinci dies after three years
After the death of Francis I and right up to the accession of King Louis Philippe in the 19th century, the castle is desolate. Louis Philippe returns to the royal residence former glory
How to get there
From Paris towards the castle, the TGV trains leave from Gare d'Austerlitz. The stop has the same name as the castle itself, Amboise. The journey takes an average of two hours (all depends on the number of stops). There are first and second class. The fare is from the second class from 28.90 EUR.
After arriving at the railway station (Gare d'Amboise) there is no need to take a taxi or use public transport in order to get to the castle. The distance of 800 meters can easily be overcome on foot. The landmark is the river Loire, which must be crossed by the bridge of the Leclerc bridge (pont du Général Leclerc)
Another option, less convenient and taking much longer, is to get to the castle of Amboise from the Gare Montparnasse station . It will be necessary to do one transfer . To do this, you must first buy a ticket to Saint-Pierre-des-Corps, located four kilometers from the city of Tours . at the station Montparnasse or via the Internet. The journey time is about an hour . There is a first and second class . The cost of travel by the second class - 43-57 EUR . Trains run in an hour and a half . After the arrival in the suburb of Tours, you need to change to the TER train (local train) going to Amboise . Travel time - just over ten minutes . The most important thing is not to get caught between the train and the train . Otherwise you'll have to wait in an uninteresting to visit the suburbs .
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By car
You can get to the castle by using several motorways. From Paris, it is most convenient to travel along the A10 motorway, the Amboise exit. Further, D31 and N152. Another way is the A28 autobahn. Decoupling Tour (Tours-Sud), move towards A85. The third option is the A85 motorway. Congress of Blére-Amboise-Chenonceau
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Exit to the terraces. The first thing that a visitor sees is climbing the ramp and hitting the terrace of the castle - a view of the Loire Valley, 15th and 16th century buildings, beautiful gardens and two towers.
St. Hubert's Chapel is on terraces. It is built on the site of the former chapel of Louis XI, his son Charles VIII. The chapel is famous for the remains of the remains of Leonardo da Vinci, who died in Amboise in 1519.
The castle clearly demonstrates the transition from Gothic to Renaissance both outside and inside. Gothic chambers are represented by a guard room, open galleries, which allowed to survey the Loire, the hall of the guard of honor, the hall of the tambourinists and the council hall. Traces of the Renaissance can be found in the cupbearer's room and the bedroom of Henry II. The peace of King Louis Philippe (office, bedroom and music room) already belong to the 19th century.
Cuisine and restaurants
Unlike most popular tourist locks, Amboise is located in the city, so it's easy to find an institution where you can have lunch or a snack. It is enough to go beyond the fortress walls. The kitchen, based on the highest quality products and proven recipes for centuries, is the hallmark of all the dishes of the region.
Shopping and shops
There is a souvenir shop on the territory of the castle, where you can find and buy a variety of pleasant little things: postcards, posters, key chains, etc. The book department will offer visitors both books about the castle itself, its history, gardens, literature about the Loire Valley in general.
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Entertainment, excursions and attractions Amboise
Excursion to the dungeons and towers of the castle is a unique opportunity to see the medieval part of the castle, located under the royal chambers of the Renaissance. Visitors will also be able to visit the observation platform of the Minorit tower, which offers a wonderful view of the city and the river Loire. The excursion will be held from 1 April to 30 June (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) at 17.00, from 1 July to 31 August (every day) at 17.00, from 2 to 25 September (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) at 16.30. It is strongly recommended to pre-record (from Monday to Friday)
Excursion to the dungeons and towers of the castle will cost 14.50 EUR, students - 13 EUR, children from 7 to 14 years - 11 EUR. Children under the age of 7 are free of charge
"Walking under the starry sky" is a night excursion through the terraces and gardens of the castle. Especially for Amboise, the designer Yukijung came up with an art installation where the video effects are combined with audio, creating an amazing show of voices, light, music and video. Night tour is held in summer and early autumn. The cost of 6.50 EUR, for students and children from 7 to 14 years - 5 EUR. Children under the age of 7 years are free of charge
Working hours and tickets
Working hours: the castle is open for tourists all year round, except for January 1 and December 25.
From 2 January to 31 January - from 9.00 to 12.30 and from 14.00 to 16.45,
from 1 February to 28 February - from 9.00 to 12.30 and from 13.00 to 17.00,
from 1 March to 31 March - from 9.00 to 17.30,
from 1 April to 30 June - from 9.00 to 18.30,
from 1 July to 31 August - from 9.00 to 19.00,
from 1 September to 1 November - from 9.00 to 18.00,
from November 2 to November 15 - from 9.30 to 17.30,
from November 16 to November 31 - from 9.00 to 12.30 and from 14.00 up to 16.45.
Entrance: 10, 7 EUR, for students (if there is a special, confirming card): 9, 2 EUR, teenagers and children from 7 to 14 years: 7, 2 EUR, children under 7 years: free of charge.
The schedule and cost of tickets are indicated for April 2014.