Welcome to Chaumont Jardin, your trusted guide to the International Garden Festival at Chaumont-sur-Loire and the celebrated gardens of the Loire Valley. Our mission is to help visitors, garden enthusiasts, and curious travellers make the most of their experience in one of Europe’s most compelling cultural landscapes.
Why Chaumont Jardin Exists
The International Garden Festival at Chaumont-sur-Loire is a unique event where contemporary garden design, artistic expression, and ecological thinking come together in a historic Loire Valley setting. We created this site to provide clear, practical, and inspiring information for everyone planning a visit — from first-timers to seasoned landscape admirers.
What We Cover
- Visitor guides — including practical details like tickets and opening hours and transport and access.
- Seasonal advice — such as when to visit for the best experience.
- Garden highlights — from festival installations to permanent landscapes, including must-see gardens.
- Design inspiration — ideas and insights from contemporary garden practice, including practical design guidance based on what you’ll see on-site.
- Travel and itinerary support — such as day trips, accommodation tips, and regional planning.
Our Approach
We aim to provide information that is:
- Accurate — grounded in practical visitor insights and grounded context;
- Clear — easy to apply whether you’re planning ahead or en route;
- Useful — focused on what matters most for planning and experiencing the gardens;
- Evergreen — structured so it remains relevant from season to season.
For broader context on the cultural and historic landscape that makes this region so special, you can explore the UNESCO World Heritage listing for the Loire Valley.
Who We Are
Chaumont Jardin is created by a team of travel and garden writers who share a passion for landscape design, cultural heritage, and accessible travel information. Our contributors draw on first-hand visits and ongoing research to provide up-to-date guidance for our readers.
Get in Touch
If you have questions, suggestions, or want to share your own visit experience, we’d love to hear from you. You can reach us via the contact form on this site or through our social channels.
Thank you for visiting Chaumont Jardin — we hope our guides help you enjoy the gardens and landscapes of the Loire Valley to the fullest.