The unmissable Château of Azay-le-Rideau, a listed historical monument, is a 16th century masterpiece completed in 1791. It is one of the most charming castles in the Loire Valley with its water mirror and its exotic park, Honoré de Balzac will also call it «diamond carved with faceted diamonds set by Indre» (3.5 km from Château du Gerfaut)
The medieval fortress was built in the 10th century by Nerra Count of Anjou, and was gradually transformed into a castle of pleasure from the 15th century under the inspiration of Louis XI. Nevertheless, the castle retains medieval footprints such as its drawbridge, round road, machicolations and divinely carved monumentals. The castle of Langeais is an ideal monument to visit as a family, with its playful activities in the park (keep of Nerra caves, spectacle of predators, etc.). (10 km from Château du gerfaut)
The last castle erected during the Renaissance, the Villandry Castle has known many owners who have all participated in the beautification of this historic monument. With its sober architecture and splendid gardens of influence of the Italian Renaissance, known all over the world for their diversity and beauty, it is one of the most beautiful castles of the Loire Valley. (9.5 km from Château du Gerfaut)
The royal fortress of Chinon consists of 3 castles separated by dry moats: Fort du Coudray, Château du Milieu (the main one), and Fort Saint-Georges. Built since more than 3,000 years, an archaeology room retains ancient remains. Famous for the meeting of Jeanne d’Arc and the Dauphin, the fortress of Chinon contains historical anecdotes and exhibitions retracing its past. (24 km from Château du Gerfaut)