Chateau Gaillard Tours and Activities

Discover one of the hidden gems of the Loire Valley when you book tickets to the Royal Domain of Château Gaillard. Commissioned by King Charles VIII in the 15th century, this chateau is known for its Italianate inspiration, and for its sprawling gardens, which were planted with the first orange trees in France. Book tickets to secure your admission to the picturesque landmark; entry also includes a free guided tour (offered in French).

Develop your photography skills while capturing the magic of Château Gaillard, home to the first Italian garden and Orangerie in France. Our expert guidance and local knowledge ensure you will get the best possible images from your visit. Capture the details many miss. Suitable for all camera types from DSLR, Mirrorless, Point & Shoot to Mobile Phone and Tablet. Your photography guide, tutor and local resident, Mark Playle is a prize winning photographer who has shot London Fashion Week, Le Mans 24hr and photographed Daphne Selfe, one of the world’s top Supermodels. His work has been displayed at The Photography Show in the UK and at FESPA in Hamburg. Combining his passions for Photography, Teaching and France, Mark founded Photograph France in 2010. Customised tours are available for an additional fee. Contact us for details.