Red vintage car, viewed from behind, with its two occupants out for a drive on a road at sunset.Drive a red convertible with Les Hauts de Loire – 5-Star Hotel, Restaurant & Spa – amidst the radiant atmosphere of late afternoon.
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Beyond our walls

On the roads of yesterday and the Loire Valley

Rear view of a classic red convertible driving along a winding country road. An exceptional stay at Les Hauts de Loire – 5-star hotel, restaurant, and spa.

Although Les Hauts de Loire is only a two-hour drive from Paris, nothing stops you from continuing your journey once you arrive in our sublime UNESCO World Heritage region. But if you do, why not hit the road in the most beautiful way possible?

Based in Blois, Cockpit 41 offers bespoke itineraries in vehicles from the 1950s to the 1980s, for a drive where the charm of vintage cars meets the gentle landscapes of the Loire. With travel journals, access to private sites, and gourmet stops, everything is designed for an unforgettable experience that blends heritage with the art of living.

Whether it's a Porsche 912 Targa or 356C, an MG B GT, a convertible, a sports car, or simply a retro classic, the road takes a much more romantic and authentic turn behind the wheel of these collector models. With windows down or wind in your hair, the experience is truly unique, and the landscapes—from castles to vineyards—are appreciated in an entirely different light.

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Sunny view of the swimming pool at the 5-star Les Hauts de Loire Hotel, Restaurant & Spa, lined with sun loungers and parasols beneath a facade covered in Virginia creeper.
The swimming pool

When the weather is fine, the heated swimming pool at Les Hauts de Loire, tucked away in the gardens, invites you to enjoy a refreshing and relaxing break.

When the weather is fine, the heated swimming pool at Les Hauts de Loire, tucked away in the gardens, invites you to enjoy a refreshing and relaxing break.

Back view of a woman in light clothing riding a bike on a sunny forest path. An activity offered by Les Hauts de Loire – 5-star Hotel, Restaurant & Spa.
Bike rides

The Les Hauts de Loire bikes are at your disposal and would be delighted to accompany you as you explore the area around the estate.

The Les Hauts de Loire bikes are at your disposal and would be delighted to accompany you as you explore the area around the estate.

Close-up of a beekeeper holding a honeycomb frame filled with capped honey against a plain wall background. – Les Hauts de Loire – Hotel, Restaurant & Spa – 5 stars.
Beehive tour and honey tasting

By the pond, the estate's beehives hold a golden treasure.

By the pond, the estate's beehives hold a golden treasure.