So SWMBO, 9 year old daughter and yours truly are planning a short trip to the Loire at the end of July / beginning of August.

I have family to visit in Les Sables but want to break up the journey from Cherbourg going both ways and fit in some activities that will engage the small person.

We're thinking of a bit of canoeing on the Loire and a visit to Les Machines de L'Ile in Nante but could do with some more suggestions for good places to visit.

We will probably have 4 days not with family to amuse ourselves so what does the learned readership recommend?  Bish.

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2011 TDV8 Vogue SE (gone)

Can she ride a bike ?
Amboise is a true gem of a place, and cycling along the lanes on the south bank of the Loire is a delight at any age.
Take a picnic to enjoy on one of the many river side beaches.

Mike. G reg 2.5VM Vogue Portofino red 1991- 1999
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53 reg td6 Vogue Oslo blue 2006- 2015
11 reg 4.4 TdV8 Vogue SE. Baltic blue 2015- date.
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When I was about 9 years old we had a family holiday there back in the 70's. Camping in Saumur with a trailer tent. Had a great time but I imagine it's changed a bit since then.

Thanks guys, she certainly does enjoy riding her bike. Amboise is too far east sadly as we need to stay west of Tours. Any specific rental places to recommend for bikes and / or canoes? Bish.

2005 110 TD5 CSW
2011 TDV8 Vogue SE (gone)

Mike
Thinking of going to Amboise next September. Decent enough variety of restaurants and bars?
Cheers
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Rob,
I am usually reluctant to recommend places, but I have no such doubts about Amboise for people of any age to visit.
It has everything, good bars, restaurants, hotels, shops, scenic views, history, Chateaux, etc..etc.
Enjoy
Mike. G reg 2.5VM Vogue Portofino red 1991- 1999
V reg 2.5td P38 Rioja red 1999- 2006
53 reg td6 Vogue Oslo blue 2006- 2015
11 reg 4.4 TdV8 Vogue SE. Baltic blue 2015- date.
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Cheers Mike. Good opportunity to stretch the legs on the Vogue SE too  Gone to a good home: 2011 4.4 TDV8 Vogue SE Buckingham Blue with Ivory and clear glass = "Rory"
2025MY Defender D350 90 in Silicon Silver on coils
1974 Series 3 Lightweight = "Millie"
Many, many other Landies over the years
My preferred specialist: www.glenrands.co.uk
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Rob,
I will also be taking B.B. into France, in May, but not sure where yet.
Mike. G reg 2.5VM Vogue Portofino red 1991- 1999
V reg 2.5td P38 Rioja red 1999- 2006
53 reg td6 Vogue Oslo blue 2006- 2015
11 reg 4.4 TdV8 Vogue SE. Baltic blue 2015- date.
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might see you there mike..i'm going to chamonix on the 23rd may...

Stan,
We have got our “ carried over” tickets on Brittany ferries booked to Roscoff, but are just going to follow the sun and explore wherever we fancy.
Mike. G reg 2.5VM Vogue Portofino red 1991- 1999
V reg 2.5td P38 Rioja red 1999- 2006
53 reg td6 Vogue Oslo blue 2006- 2015
11 reg 4.4 TdV8 Vogue SE. Baltic blue 2015- date.
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sounds great mike....remember to lock the gap tool away about a month before you go