Indre is a department, located in Centre region, in the south of the Loire valley in France. Named after the beautiful river Indre, the area is renowned for its scenic landscape, the writer George Sand, (and her association with Chopin) and its pyramid-shaped
goat's cheese. Covering an area of about 6 825 km², it is one of the most rural departments of the country with life being of a very laid back and unhurried nature. With its unspoiled natural beauty and loads of tourist attractions, the region draws thousands of vacationers from all across the globe.
Indre accommodation options are aplenty ranging from
holiday rentals Indre France to holiday houses, cottages, and
self catering Indre, which cater to all segments of travelers.
The department of Indre has an amazing assortment of grand castles, landscaped gardens, well preserved historical ruins, magnificent cathedrals, splendid churches, and even pristine beaches and serene lakes offering numerous opportunities for thrilling water sports and activities including swimming, beach combing, and angling. Indre is home to two most picturesque villages of France called Saint-Benoît-du-Sault and Gargilesse-Dampierre. Some of the popular towns of the region include
Buzancais , le Blanc, and Valencay. While holidaying in
Indre holiday houses, you should not miss out to visit the living museum of Gallo Roman town of Argentomagus which displays a huge collection of objects and antiquities ranging from prehistoric relics in the Creuse River Valley to the vestiges of the town of Argentomagus, Zoo Parc de Beauval which is just outside the border of North Indre in the department 41 Eure-et-Loire in the Loire Valley and is set just outside the village of St Aignan, La Prieuré de Notre-Dame d'Orsan, Chateau de Culan, and 12th century Cistercian Abbey. Besides there are long list of worth visiting places in the region most of which are located in close proximity to
holiday rentals Indre France.
There are extensive shopping options available in all cities and town of Indre department. Whether you are looking for swanky boutiques, chic outlets, designer stores or grand shopping malls, you can expect to find them all here. Bargain hunters must check out the weekly streets markets where you can buy all kinds of goods and items at extremely affordable prices. If your taste buds come alive with varied gastronomic delights then Indre is surely the place for you. No matter you are staying at a
self catering Indre in a city or a
cozy Indre holiday house in a secluded picture postcard perfect village, you will never be far from a great selection of gastronomic establishments, which offer an exhaustive menu comprising of sumptuous regional specialties, international cuisines, and a eclectic selection of world famous alcoholic beverages.