Azay-le-Rideau, France, Loire Valley

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Planning a trip to Azay-le-Rideau

Arriving -- To reach Azay-le-Rideau, take the train from Tours or Chinon. From either starting point, the trip time is about 30 minutes; the one-way fare is 6€ from each. For half that fare, the SNCF railway also operates a bus between Tours and Azay; the trip takes 35 minutes. For schedules and information, visit www.sncf-connect.com or call tel. 36-35. If you’re driving from Tours, take D751 southwest to Azay-le-Rideau.