Video out of Blois

A gentle ride down-river with an unexpected bonus. As we passed through the outskirts of Cande sur Bevron we noticed a cake shop with a relaxed outdoor eating area. Reluctantly we decided to partake and were delighted to find a wonderful collection of goodies. There was also a window where we could watch the chefs at work.

Maison Boulay Patisserie

Replete we headed for Chaumont and setup our tents down by the river. Tired from our late night Wendy went into her tent to read (nudge nudge). I took a stroll around the town and sussed out how to get to the castle for the night viewing. I was rewarded with a mob of hot air balloons being launched from the bank on the other side of the river.

Scenic Riverscape.

The festival gardens are open from 21st April to 6 November from 10.00 until - between 17.00 and 19.00 depending on the time of year. In July and August you can take a candlelit tour of the gardens. These visits are from 10pm to midnight and cost 18 euros. 

Chaumont gardens by night.