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It is fitting that our last day in the Loire Valley sees us following the river for most of the day.  Our destination is Angers, the home of Cointreau.  The ride today is slightly longer, with a bit more total climb, but still very much…

Our second to last day on the Loire covers the last of the Château Explorer route.  We backtrack slightly to take in Château Villandry before following the Loire down to the junction with the Indre and on to Montsoreau at the confluence of the Vienne and the…

Our third day on the Château Explorer route is notable for the absence of château, with the exception of those at our start and destination.  The ride meanders back and forth across the Indre River through a countryside of wheat fields and water wheels that are…

Our journey down the Loire Valley continues, with the destination of Loches our aim for the day.  Today is the day of the four rivers.  Leaving our accommodation, we cross the Loire and head South to Château Chenonceau which literally sits astride the Cher.  Continuing…

Rolling down the hill through cobbled streets and shops starting to open we get our first sight of the Loire River.  Today marks the start of 5 days following the river as far as Angers.  It's a longer day in the saddle at just under…