Step into royal history at Château Louise de La Vallière, a stunning 5-star Relais & Châteaux nestled in the heart of the Loire Valley, just 1.5 hours from Paris. Once home to Louise de La Vallière, Louis XIV’s first great love, this elegant estate invites guests to experience the full splendor of French history—whether on a romantic escape or a refined getaway with a history-loving friend.
A true Grand Siècle experience
Sumptuous drapes, rich tapestries, Cordoba leather, polished parquet floors and staff dressed in period costumes—every detail evokes the grandeur of 17th-century France. Designed by Jacques Garcia, the château revives the golden age of Versailles with theatrical flair and historical authenticity. Each of the 20 salons and suites pays tribute to the iconic royal mistresses of French history—from Madame de Montespan to Madame de Pompadour.
Modern luxury meets old-world charm
Beyond the historical fantasy, wellness lovers will find peace in the château’s serene spa: an outdoor pool with canopy daybeds, a whirlpool, a hammam, a sauna and a sensory shower, along with treatments by Valmont and Biologique Recherche.
A royal feast awaits
At L’Amphitryon, chef Jeffrey Pestana reinvents classic royal dishes with a modern twist. Think hors d'œuvres, grilled zander, roasted pigeon, crispy veal sweetbreads, strawberry soufflé—and an impressive cheese trolley, of course. (À la carte or 4-course tasting menu at €95.)
Even breakfast becomes a royal ritual, served buffet-style on silver platters between glittering candelabras. Simply majestic.
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