Blois
France · Centre-Val de LoireFR
Prefecture and commune in Centre-Val de Loire, France
Blois is a commune and the capital city of Loir-et-Cher department, in Centre-Val de Loire, France, on the banks of the lower Loire river between Orléans and Tours.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 47,219
- Coordinates
- 47.594, 1.329
- Timezone
- Europe/Paris
- Elevation
- 101 m
Overview of Blois
Travellers heading to Centre-Val de Loire, France will find Blois, a low-key town. Around 47,219 people live here. And that scale sets the rhythm of a stay. What stands out most: nature, family and culture. It lies in the northern hemisphere, which drives its seasonal calendar.
Things to do in Blois
Nature in Blois
(3)Blois records Gardens, Rivers and Valleys under nature. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Blois. These pair well with anything else on this page.
Family in Blois
(2)For family, expect Aquariums and Zoo. Easy to slot into a wider itinerary. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Blois.
Culture in Blois
(1)For culture, expect Monuments. Each one is worth building half a day around. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Blois.
Best time to visit Blois
April to June and September to October offers mild conditions for outdoor routes.
Getting there & around
Public transport thins out here — the nearest hub in Centre-Val de Loire plus a short drive is the usual route. Set your clock to Europe/Paris on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Blois that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Blois known for?
- Travellers associate Blois with nature, family and culture. It sits in Centre-Val de Loire, France and counts about 47,219 residents.
- What can you do in Blois?
- Blois is tagged with Gardens, Rivers, Valleys, Aquariums and Zoo, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- When is the best time to visit Blois?
- April to June and September to October offers mild conditions for outdoor routes.
- Where is Blois located?
- Blois belongs to Centre-Val de Loire, France, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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