Blois - Wikipedia Historically, the city was the capital of the County of Blois, created in 832 until its integration into the Royal domain in 1498, when Count Louis II of Orléans became King Louis XII of France During the Renaissance, Blois was the official residence of the King of France
Blois, France: All You Must Know Before You Go (2026) - Tripadvisor Save this place to a Trip, where you can track your faves and get personalized picks as you plan The châteaux, towns, and villages of the Loire Valley are within easy reach of Blois—but there’s more to this hillside city than its Loire River location
15 Best Things to Do in Blois (France) - The Crazy Tourist The noble city of Blois is slap bang at the centre of the Loire Valley World Heritage Site, where you can hardly walk down the street without bumping into a renaissance châteaux
Blois, France; a beautiful and historic town in the heart of the Loire . . . Blois attracts many visitors because of the popular Chateau de Blois that is situated in the town, but Blois is also a very pretty town with plenty of historical sights to see and also a vibrant centre It makes a very good base for visiting the castles of the Loire valley
Blois | Loire Valley | France Tourist information on Blois It sits proudly by the banks of the Loire with its skyline dominated by its cathedral and famous Chateau de Blois