Orléans, Regional capital in Centre-Val de Loire, France
Located 120 kilometers southwest of Paris, Orléans stands along the Loire River with its Gothic cathedral towering over the medieval streets.
The Roman settlement of Aurelianum transformed into a major trade port during the Middle Ages and gained fame through Joan of Arc's victory in 1429.
The Musee des Beaux-Arts displays extensive collections of European paintings and sculptures from the 15th to 20th centuries in a Renaissance palace.
The city's tram network connects all districts to the central train station, providing direct access to Paris-Austerlitz in under one hour.
Since 1432, the Johannic Holidays festival in May features medieval processions and ceremonies commemorating the lifting of the English siege.
Location: Loiret
Location: arrondissement of Orléans
Elevation above the sea: 105 m
Part of: Centre-Val de Loire
Shares border with: Fleury-les-Aubrais, La Ferté-Saint-Aubin, Olivet, Ardon, Saint-Cyr-en-Val, Saint-Jean-de-Braye, Saint-Jean-de-la-Ruelle, Saint-Jean-le-Blanc, Saint-Pryvé-Saint-Mesmin, Saran, Semoy
Address: https://www.skaping.com/orleans/quais-de-loire/video, 45000 Orléans, France 45100 Orléans
Phone: +33238792222
Email: info@ville-orleans.fr
Website: https://orleans.fr
GPS coordinates: 47.90273,1.90861
Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:06
People often think they know Orleans, but the city always has something to tell. Behind its impressive cathedral, one discovers a lively old town with cobbled streets, half-timbered facades, and squares perfect for stopping. The history blends with the enjoyment of life: Joan of Arc still watches over the Place du Martroi, museums reveal their hidden treasures, and the banks of the Loire invite sunny walks. Along the quays, you encounter gardens, churches, Renaissance houses, and busy weekend markets. The city has maintained its calm pace without ceasing to surprise, balancing heritage, culture, and nature. Orleans is best explored at a slow pace, the one preferred by those who enjoy observing details, breathing the river air, and rediscovering their own city at every corner.
Between plains, dormant volcanoes, and deep forests, the Loire reveals a wealth of cultural heritage. Here, medieval castles stand alongside the wild landscapes of gorges and the Pilat massif, abbeys weave through hills and valleys, and fortified villages still carry the scent of the Middle Ages. From Saint-Étienne to Roanne, you pass cobbled streets, castles perched on heights, hidden waterfalls, and buildings designed by Le Corbusier. Each turn tells a chapter of history, an ancient stone, a landscape brought to life by the wind. The Loire is a land of contrasts, both industrial and poetic, proud of its legacy. These are the places not to miss to explore its soul, between built heritage and preserved nature.
Orléans Cathedral
165 m
Canal d'Orléans
827 m
George V Bridge, Orléans
752 m
Parc Floral de la Source
6.5 km
Departmental Conservatory of Orleans
48 m
Equestrian statue of Joan of Arc
357 m
Saint-Aignan d'Orléans
643 m
Maison dite de Jeanne d'Arc in Orléans
483 m
Campo Santo d'Orléans
167 m
Musée des Beaux-Arts d'Orléans
57 m
Pont René-Thinat
1.1 km
Parc Pasteur d'Orléans
647 m
Hôpital Porte Madeleine d'Orléans
956 m
Pont des Tourelles
657 m
Pont du Maréchal-Joffre
1.2 km
Église Notre-Dame-de-Recouvrance
741 m
Trésor de Neuvy-en-Sullias
345 m
Orléans Museum for biodiversity and environment
625 m
Palais de Justice d'Orléans
317 m
Jardin des plantes d'Orléans
1.6 km
Musée historique et archéologique de l'Orléanais
337 m
Château de La Fontaine
4 km
Restes de l'église Saint-Paul
578 m
Hôtel de la Motte-Sanguin
826 m
Château de la Source
6.1 km
Église Saint-Pierre-le-Puellier
506 m
Hôtel Groslot
39 m
Pont de Vierzon
1.1 kmReviews
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