Find and Book Wineries to Visit in Loire Valley

There are two main airports close to wineries in Loire Valley:

• Tours Val de Loire Airport (TUF), a small international airport, located 5km north of the city centre of Tours. The airport serves regular year-round flights operated by Ryanair.


• Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE) is another relevant airport that can be used to reach wineries in Loire Valley. This airport has reasonable connection to and from several European destinations.

If you arrive from a further destination, you can land at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) and get to wineries in Loire Valley  in two hours via TGV directly from the airport or by driving 240km from Paris to the Loire Valley.

If you decide to visit wineries in Loire Valley by car, there are several motorways that you can chose. From Paris and Bordeaux, you can drive along the A10 that passes through Tours. A71 is a good choice if you are coming from Rhone-Alpes and once you arrive in Vierzon, take the A85 towards the Loire Valley. From Nantes, take the A11 to start discovering wineries in Loire Valley.

A good way to discover wineries in Loire Valley is to travel by train using the Interloire train service running from Nantes to Orléans. You can also get on board with your bike if you want to experience a sporty holiday around wineries in Loire Valley.
From Paris, the fastest way to get closer to wineries in Loire Valley is to reach Tours with a TGV high-speed train from Paris Montparnasse.
From elsewhere in France, Tours receives direct trains from Bourges, Caen, Dijon, La Rochelle, Le Mans, Lyon-Perrache, Orléans and Poitiers as well as numerous smaller regional destinations.

The best time to explore wineries in Loire Valley is between April and June or September and October. During these periods, you will get to enjoy long spring and autumn days and profit from a mild Atlantic climate. Loire Valley is a popular holiday destination because of its stunning castles and during the summer season there might be more tourists compared to spring and autumn. 

The Loire Valley is a major tourist destination in France.
Here you will find:

• The region is backed by a long history in winemaking
• Boutique wineries are run by a family, co-operatives, and private companies.
• Viticulture with an ecological and biodynamic approach
• Fascinating views of tributaries and lush inland hills.

The major white grape varieties planted by wineries in Loire Valley are Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin Blanc, Muscadet (Melon). 
The most planted red variety is Cabernet Sauvignon.
White wines account for the majority of the production of wineries in Loire Valley. The region also produces spectacular reds, sparkling whites, and sweet wines.

Some words to remember before you visit wineries in Loire Valley:

English	French
Winery	Vignoble
Wine cellar	Cave à vins
Wine	Vin
Vine	Vigne
Wine tasting	Dégustaction de vins
Cheers!	à votre santé

These are the best wineries to visit in Loire Valley:

• Domaine de la Belle Étoile


• Domaine Du Pont De Livier


• Vignoble de la Jarnoterie


• Domaine des Roches Neuves

These wineries in Loire Valley have accommodation:

• Château De La Jannière


• Domaine de la Désoucherie


• Domaine de la Belle Étoile

Most of the wineries in Loire Valley are located in the wine regions in the countryside. The best way to prepare a visit to a winery in Loire Valley is to book your visit in advance on our website.

The best wineries to visit during your holiday or vacation to Loire Valley are:

• Domaine de la Désoucherie


• Domaine Du Pont De Livier


• Cave des producteurs Montlouis


• Château De La Jannière

These wineries in Loire Valley are open to the public with booking in advance:

• Domaine Vincent Carême


• Domaine de Montcy


• Domaine Sauvète


• Château de Targé

This is our selection of small & boutique wineries in Loire Valley that you can visit:

• Vincent Grall Vigneron


• Domaine Marc Brédif


• Domaine Frédéric Mabileau


• Château de Chaintres

These are the best family wineries in Loire Valley that you can visit:

• Domaine de Rocheville in Loire Valley


• Domaine Haute Perche


• Domaine des Champs Fleuris


• Domaine du Vieux Pressoir

Use our interactive Loire Valley winery map to browse wineries near Nantes, Angers and Tours.

Wineries in Loire Valley always have been evolving in terms of wine tourism. With constant enhancement of the facilities, the wineries are at par level to any other known wine regions.
Most of the wineries in Loire Valley offers wide range of experiences starting from plain wine tastings to wine and dine. Relish the fine quality Loire Valley wines either in the tasting room or in diner with flavorful meals. Have a look at our list of wine tastings and tours in Loire Valley.

The Loire Valley is home to approximately 4000 wineries (vineyards or domaines). This picturesque wine region, stretching along the Loire River in France, boasts a diverse range of wineries, each contributing to the unique character and quality of the wines produced in the area. From small family-owned operations to larger estates, the Loire Valley offers a rich tapestry of wineries to explore and discover.