The Chateau of Chambord is the most important hibernation roost for protected pipistrelle bats in Centre Val de Loire. The bats are surveyed twice a year, to check which species are using the Chateau and when. The curators then develop policy to protect both the bats and the collection of fine objects in the Chateau. You won't see the bats when you visit with us, but we are able to tell you how these little creatures live in harmony with a historic site. It's one of the unexpected aspects of managing a chateau open to the public.
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For details of our private guided tours of chateaux, gardens, wineries, markets and more please visit the Loire Valley Time Travel website. We would be delighted to design a tour for you.
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