Castle · UNESCO
Château de Chambord
Blois, France
Vast Renaissance château with a famous double-helix staircase.
Castle · France · Centre-Val de Loire
Château Royal de Blois
Château showcasing several centuries of French architecture.
UNESCO World Heritage Paid entry about 1.5 h
For storytellers
Why Château Royal de Blois matters
The château in Blois has four wings from different periods, from medieval to classical. A famous spiral staircase is carved with royal emblems. Many dramatic events in French history took place here. The evening sound and light show in summer brings the façade to life with projections and stories.
Talking points
- Four wings show different architectural styles.
- A carved spiral staircase is the highlight.
- Kings lived here.
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