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Chavignol, while postprandial tipples worthy of a tasting session include fruit liqueur poire d’Olivet. The region also has a thriving artisan beer scene, with plenty of independent breweries to choose from. Pudding fans rejoice, too – this is the home of the


famous upside-down apple cake Tarte Tatin. It was at the Hôtel Tatin in Lamotte-Beuvron (Loir-et-Cher) that the cook, Stéphanie Tatin, is said to have overcooked her apples on the stove and placed a pastry lid on top to save them.


And this is wine country, so oenophiles will have their


pick of world-renowned grands vins; chief among them Vouvray, Chinon, Bourgueil and Sancerre. Perfect for raising a glass to a fabulously rich and charming region! ■


Further information Loire Valley Tourism


Sancerre's world-famous vineyards A foodie's Loire


Gourmands will thrive in the 'Garden of France’. Local seasonal specialities include asparagus, lamb’s lettuce, apples, strawberries, pears and mushrooms, as well as zander and pike from the river Loire. Cheese varieties to sniff out are Sainte-Maure de Touraine and Crottin de


Official website for tourism in the Loire. ◗ www.valdeloire-france.com


Châteaux in the Loire The region's grand châteaux are just a click away… ◗ www.chateaux-de-la-loire.fr


Accommodation See Les Alicourts resort on page 16.


Discover the Parc de Fierbois★★★★★


Relax with your family in natural surroundings and enjoy the fantastic waterpark and other facilities: supermarket, restaurant, bar, etc... Rental of mobile homes, chalets, gites and tree houses.


Find us on:


www.fi erbois.com Contact@fi erbois.com


37800 Sainte-Catherine de Fierbois - France - Tel. 33(0)2 47 65 43 35 10


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