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France's 34th most populous city, with 116,000 inhabitants, Orléans has extraordinary tourist potential.
Situated just an hour from Paris, this "green and watery" city will amaze you with its splendid landscapes. The former capital of France, liberated by Joan of Arc during the Hundred Years' War, Orléans also boasts a number of monuments and historic sites that are a delight for those wishing to enrich their personal knowledge of French history.
Not to mention a host of leisure activities to keep you physically active. On land, at sea and in the skies, a wide variety of activities await you.
If you're interested in the history of Orléans and its mythical sites, treasure hunts are an entertaining way to visit the city. You can take part in treasure hunts such as
La Chasse au TrésOrléans, where you can discover the city's rich heritage. Try your hand at solving complex riddles as you stroll through Orléans' historic district or the Place du Martroi (where condemned prisoners were executed in the old days).
After all, there's nothing like a treasure hunt or escape game to encourage your children to develop their G culture.
Tempted by a Trampoline Park? Find your inner child at the Jump Virtual Arena Trampoline Park.
You'll find plenty of space to jump and leap like never before. Access is open to all, young and old alike.
So there's plenty here for the whole family to enjoy. And your children will thank you for making their day.
When temperatures reach 2 degrees Celsius, a visit to a place within four walls is more desirable. And Orléans has just what you need!
Religious buildings such as the imposing Cathédrale de Saint-Croix will remind you of Notre-Dame-de-Paris in its architecture. In the shadow of the cathedral, take the time to visit the Musée des Beaux-Arts, with its rich palette of paintings and sculptures from the four corners of Europe.
Finally, you can't leave Orléans without visiting the Maison de Jeanne d'Arc, an illustrious reproduction of the house in which the patron saint resided during the Siege.
Would your child like to get out and about on two wheels? No problem: rent a bike in Orléans and pedal around the city. For example, you can choose to follow the cycle path that stretches for several kilometers along the banks of the Loire. A magical family outing along a now mythical river...
What do the people want? You can also choose to visit Orléans' green spaces by bike, in particular its vast forest with its superb itineraries. You'll be able to admire nature at its most beautiful.
Are you feeling romantic and want to impress your other half? There's nothing like a trip on the water to melt their heart. And when you've got a magnificent river at your disposal, you've got to make the most of it.
For example, you'll be able to find maritime excursions that will not only let you discover the Loire, but also admire the city of Orléans in a whole new way.
Why not visit Orléans by land? Discovering Orléans by boat is great too.
But why not visit the city from the air? That's what Positive Altitude offers you, with its hot-air balloon flights.
. Like Jean Passepartout in Le Tour du monde en quatre-vingts jours, you'll enjoy a unique experience as you visit Orléans, its surrounding area and its famous landmarks. You won't be disappointed.