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Monument · Amboise, Centro-Vale do Loire
Pagode de Chanteloup
Pagoda of about 40 meters built in 1775 by the Duke of Choiseul, the last remnant of the Château de Chanteloup, offering panoramic views over the forest and the Loire Valley.
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About Pagode de Chanteloup
The Pagoda of Chanteloup is about 3 km from the center of Amboise, on the edge of the forest. It was built in 1775 by architect Louis-Denis Le Camus for the Duke of Choiseul, minister to Louis XV, after he was removed from court. The duke dedicated it to the friends who remained loyal during his exile.
The pagoda is all that remains of the great Château de Chanteloup, demolished before 1830. It mixes the Chinese style, fashionable in the 18th century, with French classical architecture.
There are 149 steps up to the top floor, from where you can see the Château d'Amboise, the forest and the valley. The park, with 14 hectares, has a crescent-shaped pond with rowboats, a small Chinese garden and old wooden play equipment for children.
The site is a historic monument and is open from March to November.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
About 1 hour; longer if you want to go rowing or have a picnic.
Best time
From April to September, when it is open daily and the park is green. It closes in winter, from mid-November to mid-March; check the calendar before you go.
How to get there
By car or bicycle, about 5 minutes from the center of Amboise, toward Bléré. On foot it's about a 40-minute walk.
Tip
Bring a snack: the park is designed for picnics, and from April to September the tea room sells baskets with products from the Touraine.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Pagode de Chanteloup
How many steps does the pagoda have?
There are 149 steps up to the top floor, from where you can see the Château d'Amboise, the forest and the valley.
Is the pagoda open all year?
No. It is open from March to November, with days and hours that change over the season. Check before you go.
Is it a good activity for children?
Yes. The park has rowboats, old wooden play equipment and a trail of activity stations for children.