Clery st andre

Cléry-Saint-André is a village in the Loiret department, nestled in the Loire Valley a few kilometres south-west of Orléans. It is best known for its Basilica of Notre-Dame-de-Cléry, a significant Gothic building in the region and the final resting place of King Louis XI, who held a particular devotion to the sanctuary, giving the village a notable place in French royal history. The village retains a peaceful, typically Val de Loire character, with stone houses set amid farmland and vineyards. Its riverside location allows for pleasant walks along the Loire and access to the Loire à Vélo cycle route, which passes through the area. Cléry-Saint-André makes a convenient base for exploring the Loire Valley châteaux, including Chambord, Blois and Beaugency, as well as the city of Orléans itself. The region enjoys a mild oceanic climate, with gentle summers well suited to outdoor pursuits. Visitors interested in heritage, nature and local gastronomy, particularly Loire wines, will find this quiet and authentic setting appealing.