The castle of Clos Lucé was built in 1472, replacing an earlier 12th century castle. It is located near a tributary to the Loire river, only 400m from…
The pink brick facade is typical from the 15th century. The most well-known guest of the castle was Leonardo da Vinci, who was invited to France by king…
The tower on the left is the only surviving part of an older 12th century fortified castle, which was replaced by the Clos Lucé castle.
The gallery was originally used by armed men to guard the castle.
Bedroom of Marguerite de Navarre, king François I's eldest sister. Both were raised in Clos Lucé.
Anne de Bretagne's oratory.
Anne de Bretagne's oratory.
Anne de Bretagne's oratory.
In the 18th century the castle belonged to the d'Amboise family and several rooms are furnished in the 18th century style.
Renaissance great hall, where Leonardo would entertain king François I.
Renaissance great hall.
Tapestry from Tournai (Belgium), 15th century.
Late 17th century Flanders tapestry.
Spanish renaissance chair upholstered in Cordoba leather.
Kitchen.
