Hidden Gems of the Loire Valley, Episode 516
Join Us in France Travel Podcast
Annie Sargent
4.8 • 1.1K Ratings
🗓️ 20 October 2024
⏱️ 59 minutes
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Summary
Are you curious about discovering hidden treasures in France? In this episode of Join Us in France, titled Hidden Gems of the Loire Valley, host Annie Sargent chats with guest Paul Gulesserian to explore some of the lesser-known châteaux and picturesque villages in this beautiful region.
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Paul, a proud Francophile and recent French citizen, shares his adventures as he and his husband Florian venture through the Loire Valley. Rather than focusing on the well-known châteaux, like Chambord and Chenonceau, they explore lesser-known gems such as the Château de Brézé, Château de Montreuil-Bellay, and Château de Brissac. Each one offers something unique, whether it's underground tunnels at Brézé or breathtaking views at Montreuil-Bellay.
Paul's enthusiasm for exploring the charm and history of these often-overlooked sites brings the Loire Valley to life in a fresh and inspiring way. From their cozy stay at Domaine de Mestré to their adventures biking through troglodyte villages and sipping local wines, this episode is filled with travel tips and personal insights into life in France.
Join Annie and Paul as they delve into the magic of these hidden gems. Don't miss out on this fun and informative episode—tune in now!
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Hotels to consider in the Loire Valley
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| 0:00.0 | The This is |
| 0:19.6 | join us in France episode 516 Saint-Sons says. |
| 0:21.6 | Bonjour I'm Annie, and join us in France is the podcast |
| 0:26.0 | where we take a conversational journey through the beauty, culture, and flavors of France. |
| 0:32.0 | Today I chat with Paul Gulleserian |
| 0:34.3 | about uncovering the hidden gems of the Loire Valley. |
| 0:38.0 | We explore lesser known chateaus, |
| 0:40.6 | recount fascinating historical tales and share insider tips on must visit spots and |
| 0:47.8 | delicious local cuisine as well. Whether you're a seasoned traveler or planning your first trip to France, this episode is |
| 0:54.8 | packed with insights and inspiration you don't want to miss. |
| 0:58.7 | This podcast is supported by donors and listeners who by my tours and services, including my itinerary console service, my |
| 1:06.2 | GPS self-guided tours of Paris on the Voicemap app, or take a day trip with me around |
| 1:11.8 | the southwest of France in my electric car. |
| 1:14.6 | You can browse all of that at my boutique. |
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| 1:19.9 | And remember, Patreon supporters get the podcast ad ad free as soon as it's ready. |
| 1:25.2 | Click on the link in the show notes to enjoy this Patreon reward for as |
| 1:29.4 | little as two dollars per month. |
| 1:31.6 | For the magazine part of the podcast after my chat with Paul today, I'll discuss |
| 1:36.4 | phone safety while on the go. Maybe you know all of this, but there are simple steps you can take to make yourself less vulnerable. |
| 1:46.4 | And good news, the reservation system for Boot Camp 2025 is now open to all. You can join me and Elise in France in real life for boot camp 2025. |
| 1:58.8 | This is a 10 day immersive tour starting the morning of May 10th, 2025 of course, and ending late on May 18th in |
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