Château du Clos lucé

Explore the spectacular Château du Clos Lucé, also known as Clos Lucé, a large château located in the Loire Valley, in the heart of Amboise in France.Formerly called Manoir du Cloux, the 15th-century castle was built by Hugues d'Amboise in 1471 and is currently a museum dedicated to the history of the castle and the life and work of Leonardo da Vinci. While visiting the castle, you will be transported 800 years back, and feel enchanted by the history of the place as you roam around its beautiful rooms full of period furniture and gothic elements. Walk into Da Vinci’s footsteps by visiting his bedroom, workspace and kitchen and feel excited as you get a view of his and his pupil’s life as you take a look at the replicas of the artist’s design housed here.

The Castle of Clos Lucé also includes a seven-hectare landscaped garden surrounding it where you must take a stroll. The beautiful garden inspired some of his work and you will be able to glance at several of the life-size recreations of his works of art and inventions. Visit the basement to discover forty animations and 3D models of the different machines that were designed by Leonardo da Vinci.