Châteauneuf-sur-Loire, commune in Loiret, France
Châteauneuf-sur-Loire is a small town in the Loiret department situated along the Loire River, with stone buildings and narrow streets winding through its center. A historic château near the heart of town houses the town hall and remains a defining feature of the local landscape.
The town originated in medieval times around a newly built castle on the Loire, which gave the settlement its name. Over the centuries, it developed into an important trading and farming community centered on the river.
The town's name refers to a new castle built along the Loire in medieval times. Today, the main square hosts regular markets and festivals where residents gather to celebrate local customs and maintain community bonds.
The town is easy to explore on foot or by bike, as streets are safe and walkable, winding through the compact settlement. Buses connect this place to nearby towns and Orléans, making day trips convenient for visitors.
The old moat around the historic castle is being restored to preserve the traces of medieval fortifications. This restoration effort allows visitors to see rare remnants from different periods of the town's past.
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