This Castle is located on the Loire River. Owned by the French government since 1992, the castle sponsors the International Garden Festival where amateur gardeners design one of the 20 plus garden plots on the property. Also included in this Festival is usage of the Castle and grounds for the implementation of fifteen world -renowned artists. What a different tour and spellbinding way to end the tour of the Loire Valley Castles.

Here are some pictures of the art work amongst the Castle rooms..

Catherine de Medici’s Bedroom

Traveling chests in this Castle were ornate.

Priceless Collection of Royal Head Pieces

Artwork on the Castle Rampart

Artwork amongst the Castle storage areas

Note the sculptures on the King’s desk

In the attic of the Castle were videos by artists – check out the squares.

the squares then turned into this color combination – mesmerizing and intriguing. Watched for 10 minutes..

A little breather from the art – view of the Loire from the Castle

Artwork in the library

The books on the window ledge are made of wax and those on the shelves and desk are made of stone.

The Music Room of the Castle – no artist work here.

A Sculpture Made From Books.

A lawn sculpture

More Artwork in the Castle Outbuildings

And this was a fascinating sculpture/work made by a South American artist. Would like to have seen how this was installed.

Had lunch at the Castle – delicious and memorable..

The French certainly know how to eat well.

What a spectacular day..