The third edition of Cadogan's in-depth guide to the Loire gives readers all they need to know for a wonderful trip along France's most famous river. Delve into the fascinating and often bloody history behind the spotless facades of the gleaming chateaux with Cadogan's enthralling commentary; explore the mysterious troglodyte art that can be found in the twisting limestone caves and caverns; or sample a glass of Sancerre and other of the region's excellent wines in the most stunning settings. Cadogan takes travelers through the major cities of Tours and Orleans, and to the famous Chateaux d'Usse that supposedly inspired the story of the Sleeping Beauty, as well as revealing hidden treasures in less well-known corners of this beautiful valley.

One of our favorite travel series, Cadogan Guides are British imports with a distinct personality. Authors have lived and traveled for years in the regions they cover and bring an in-depth knowledge of local history and culture to their guides. -- www.travellersbookstore.com Easy on the eyes and in the hands, these guides boast a wealth of information in well-ordered pages; the texts are written with humor and display a definite, enticing personal touch. -- Booklist The most informative is the Loire Cadogan Guide . -- Daily Telegraph (United Kingdom)