Aire de Chouzé-sur-Loire

Chouzé-sur-Loire (Indre-et-Loire, France)

Chouzé-sur-Loire is a riverside village set on the Loire, at the western edge of Indre-et-Loire. The landscape alternates between sandbanks, wooded islands and cultivated slopes. The village preserves houses in tuffeau and a calm rural atmosphere, appreciated by walkers and cyclists. The proximity of the river shapes local life, between fishing, birdwatching and viticulture on the surrounding slopes.

Heritage and history

The heart of the village shows light stone façades and rural buildings typical of the Loire Valley. There are elements of religious architecture and traditional buildings adapted to riverside life. Local history remains linked to river trade and uses, visible in the layout of the port and the old access ways to the water.

Nature and landscapes

The banks of the Loire offer changing panoramas according to the seasons: sandbanks, reeds and wooded islets. These environments attract a varied birdlife; herons, terns and migratory passerines are often seen. South-facing slopes host cultivated plots and offer fine views of the river.

Outdoor activities

Fishing, walks along the banks and cycling on country roads are common activities. The river also allows outings in small boats (canoe/kayak depending on the season) and occasional supervised swimming in summer in designated areas.

Not to miss

• Loire banks: walks and viewpoints over the river.
• Vineyard slopes: vine plots and vineyard landscapes bordering the river.
• Village centre: tuffeau houses and village atmosphere.
• Birdwatching: hides and observation of birds on the islets.
• Rural paths: walks or bike rides in the surroundings.