Castle · France · Centre-Val de Loire

Château Royal d'Amboise

Royal château above the Loire where kings grew up.

UNESCO World Heritage Paid entry about 1.5 h

For storytellers

Why Château Royal d'Amboise matters

The château stands above the Loire, once home to French kings. Leonardo da Vinci is buried in its chapel of Saint-Hubert. Terraces give views along the river. Take in the terraces and the small chapel, then walk down into the old town for a coffee.

Talking points

  • Leonardo da Vinci is buried in the chapel.
  • Terraces offer river views.
  • It was a royal residence.

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