Loire Valley travel advice

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Loire Valley travel guide - essential info

Below is a beginner's guide to Loire Valley with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.

Loire Valley - quick facts
Flight time✝ 1.5 hours
Time difference UK +1 hour
Language(s) French
Currency Euro
Electricity C + E plug (230V)
Driving side Right

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✝ = Typical flight time from the UK.

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Loire Valley weather

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Maximum daytime temperature °C
7°C maximum daytime temperature in January in Tours7
8°C maximum daytime temperature in February in Tours8
11°C maximum daytime temperature in March in Tours11
15°C maximum daytime temperature in April in Tours15
18°C maximum daytime temperature in May in Tours18
22°C maximum daytime temperature in June in Tours22
25°C maximum daytime temperature in July in Tours25
24°C maximum daytime temperature in August in Tours24
22°C maximum daytime temperature in September in Tours22
17°C maximum daytime temperature in October in Tours17
11°C maximum daytime temperature in November in Tours11
7°C maximum daytime temperature in December in Tours7
Hours of sunshine (daily)
Days with some rainfall
17 days with some rainfall in January in Tours17
15 days with some rainfall in February in Tours15
15 days with some rainfall in March in Tours15
14 days with some rainfall in April in Tours14
16 days with some rainfall in May in Tours16
12 days with some rainfall in June in Tours12
10 days with some rainfall in July in Tours10
11 days with some rainfall in August in Tours11
11 days with some rainfall in September in Tours11
13 days with some rainfall in October in Tours13
16 days with some rainfall in November in Tours16
16 days with some rainfall in December in Tours16

The Loire Valley weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Tours.

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Loire Valley travel advice

Check the latest travel advice on visiting Loire Valley from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.

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Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

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Loire Valley travel health

Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Loire Valley with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.

Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Loire Valley, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.

Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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Loire Valley FAQs

Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Loire Valley including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.

What is the flight time to Loire Valley from the UK?

The flight time to Loire Valley from the UK is typically 1.5 hours.

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What is the time difference between Loire Valley and the UK?

The time difference between Loire Valley and the UK is UK time+1 hour.

What is the main language spoken in Loire Valley?

The main language spoken in Loire Valley is French.

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What is the currency in Loire Valley?

The currency in Loire Valley is the Euro (EUR).

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Which plugs are used in Loire Valley?

Loire Valley uses electrical plug type C + E (230 Volts).

Which side of the road do they drive on in Loire Valley?

They drive on the right side of the road in Loire Valley.

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