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Loire Valley travel advice
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Loire Valley travel guide - essential info
Below is a beginner's guide to Loire Valley with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.
| Loire Valley - quick facts | |
|---|---|
| Flight time✝ | 1.5 hours |
| Time difference | UK +1 hour |
| Language(s) | French |
| Currency | Euro |
| Electricity | C + E plug (230V) |
| Driving side | Right |
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✝ = Typical flight time from the UK.
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Loire Valley weather
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The Loire Valley weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Tours.
Loire Valley travel advice
Check the latest travel advice on visiting Loire Valley from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.
- UK traveller advice for the Loire Valley - UK FCDO
- Irish traveller advice for the Loire Valley - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Safe travel advisories for the Loire Valley - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
- Smarter traveller advice for the Loire Valley - Department of Foreign Affairs, Australia
Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Loire Valley.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
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Loire Valley travel health
Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Loire Valley with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.
- Vaccines & medicines for the Loire Valley - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for the Loire Valley - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in the Loire Valley - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Loire Valley, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.
Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Loire Valley covid live updates
Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in Loire Valley with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.
- Travellers' health for the Loire Valley - Ministry of Solidarity & Health, France
- Coronavirus timeline in the Loire Valley - Our World in Data
- Latest info on travel to the Loire Valley - Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs
Loire Valley FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Loire Valley including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.
Do I need to quarantine in the UK if I travel from France?
You do not need to quarantine on arrival in the UK from France. The UK no longer requires a passenger locator form, Covid-19 test or proof of vaccination.
What is the flight time to Loire Valley from the UK?
The flight time to Loire Valley from the UK is typically 1.5 hours.
Flights to Loire Valley
What is the time difference between Loire Valley and the UK?
The time difference between Loire Valley and the UK is UK time+1 hour.
What is the main language spoken in Loire Valley?
The main language spoken in Loire Valley is French.
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What is the currency in Loire Valley?
The currency in Loire Valley is the Euro (EUR).
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Which plugs are used in Loire Valley?
Loire Valley uses electrical plug type C + E (230 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in Loire Valley?
They drive on the right side of the road in Loire Valley.
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