Here are some resources related to Tours and the Centre region of France.

La Prairie: Quality Gites (self-catering cottages) and Bed and Breakfast (B&B) accommodation within easy driving distance of the Chateaux and Vineyards of the Loire Valley. Amboise, Saumur, Tours, Chinon etc... are all easily accessible!. Ride our horses, fish in two lakes, swim in the swimming pool or just laze in the gardens!!

Tours - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia: This is the Wikipedia entry for the city of Tours. Has a nice overview of the city including history and photos. As this is an open encyclopaedia you can add your own input. So, see anything that’s missing, add it yourself!

Information about France and the French: This portal is a good place to start finding out about France and the French. Has lots of maps, general information, not just links like other websites. In short it’s a good resource and worth a look.

FrenchEntrée-Centre: This is the FrenchEntrée website for the Centre region of France. Has information on all six departments that make up ‘Le Centre’ - Loiret, Loire et Cher, Indre et Loire, Indre, Eure et Loir, and the Cher. Has information on buying propriety, expat living, holidays, places to stay. In short just about everything you need to know to both visit or live in the Centre region of France.

AngloINFO Centre Val-de-Loire: Guide to the Centre region of France. With information on tourism, being an expat, local events, moving to France and lots more. Has a big directory of English speaking businesses relating to just about all subjects and needs.