The best time to visit Contres and its vineyards extends from April to October. Spring offers magnificent landscapes with vineyards in bloom, summer allows you to fully enjoy wine tastings and viticultural activities, and autumn offers grape harvests and spectacular colors. Winter, although quieter, allows you to discover wine cellars and taste aged wines in an intimate atmosphere.

The car is the most practical means of transport to explore the vineyards around Contres. Wine estates are well connected by departmental roads. Organized wine tours are also available from Contres, and Le Clos des Rossignols offers personalized transport services for our clients.

The region around Contres hosts many wine events throughout the year: wine festivals, temporary exhibitions, local producer markets, and traditional celebrations. Grape harvests, wine festivals, and Heritage Days are highlights not to be missed.

In Contres, you will find our unique thematic houses from Le Clos des Rossignols, traditional guest rooms, rural cottages, and charming hotels. Our accommodations are located in exceptional settings in the heart of vineyards, offering modern comfort and viticultural authenticity. We also offer packages with breakfast and half-board.

The region of Contres is renowned for its local wines, goat cheeses, artisanal jams, and local products. Vineyards often have their own shops with quality products. We also recommend products from local artisans: wines, liqueurs, and wine specialties.

The vineyards around Contres offer many hiking trails, including circuits between wine estates and paths in the viticultural countryside. The paths are well marked and accessible to all levels. Le Clos des Rossignols provides detailed maps and guides to accompany you in your discoveries.

For a romantic stay in the vineyards around Contres, we offer special packages including accommodation in our most romantic houses at Le Clos des Rossignols, candlelit dinners, private vineyard visits, and couple activities such as walks in the vineyards or intimate wine tastings.

Vineyards around Contres are generally open year-round, with variable hours depending on the season. In summer, they are often open from 9am to 7pm, in winter from 9am to 5pm. We recommend booking in advance for tastings and guided tours.

Absolutely! The vineyards around Contres offer many family activities. Wine estates organize visits adapted for children, grape discovery workshops, and fun activities. Many outdoor activities are also available: hiking in vineyards, cycling between estates, and discovering viticultural nature.

The region around Contres is full of excellent restaurants and wine estates offering traditional French cuisine and local specialties. We particularly recommend the gastronomic restaurants of vineyards, authentic farm inns, and establishments offering local wines. Le Clos des Rossignols can provide you with a personalized list according to your preferences.

We recommend booking your vineyard visits in advance, especially during high season. You can book directly on the official wine estate websites, or contact us to organize private guided tours. Le Clos des Rossignols also offers packages combining accommodation and wine tours.

For a complete discovery of the vineyards around Contres, we recommend at least 3 to 4 days. This will allow you to visit local wine estates, participate in tastings, discover historic cellars, and enjoy viticultural activities. For a more in-depth experience with Le Clos des Rossignols, a week is ideal.

Yes, most vineyards around Contres are adapted for people with reduced mobility. Wine estates offer specially designed visits, and our accommodations at Le Clos des Rossignols are equipped to welcome all types of visitors. We can organize personalized visits according to your needs.

Yes, most vineyards and cellars around Contres are open year-round, with adapted hours in winter. This period offers the advantage of lower attendance and a more authentic atmosphere. Cellars are particularly pleasant in winter for tasting aged wines and discovering the secrets of winemaking.

From Paris, you can reach Contres and its vineyards by train (Saint-Aignan-sur-Cher station 15 minutes away), by car (about 2h30 via A10), or by bus. Le Clos des Rossignols also offers a transfer service from stations and airports to facilitate your arrival.