Loire also known as Loire valley is the historical heart of France. It is known as the garden of France and the cradle of French language. Architectural wonders dot the Loire landscape in the form of awe-inspiring castles. Some of the prominent historical towns in this region include Angers, Amboise, Chinon, Blois, Orléans, Tours, and Saumur. Each of these towns is not just the hotbed of French history but is home to some of the world-famous and spectacular castles like the Château de Villandry, Chenonceau and Châteaux d'Amboise. There are more than 300 châteaux in this region. In the year 2000, the central region of the Loire River valley was declared as an UNESCO world heritage site.
Most of the real estate investments in Loire valley is made on the different châteaux, which lie vacant otherwise. A magnificent châteaux for sale can cost anywhere between €600,000 (5 bedrooms) to €1,600,000 (17 bedrooms).