Property in the Loire Valley
The Loire river is said to be a major climatic division. It is certainly true to say that during the summer months the influence of the midi (the south) is noticeable.
The Loire valley is also known as the market garden of France. It is an area rich in history and is very much on the tourist itinerary. Routes to the Loire from Channel ports are not good but the new motorway link from Alencon to Rouen will improve matters. Some popular centres such as Saumur and Armboise have become hugely popular with the British. The French themselves have a high regard for Tours . There are also some delightful small towns such as Loches, Montrichard, Chinon, La Fleche and Ingrandes.
Advantages Steeped in history, iridescent light, classy towns
The downside On the US tourist trail, winter woollies required
