Loiret is a part France, fraction of the Centre area of France. The French department is home to 645,000 residents. The name originates from the name of a near by river. The Loiret department proffers an unbelievably rich history and a lot of buildings, manoirs, churches and castles are still standing, witnesses of the past. The main town of Loiret is Orléans, a pleasant place which benefits a lot from its location. Loiret is predominantly liked by Parisians in hunt for quietness, as the department is a mere hour from the French capital.

The Loiret is the gateway to the Loire valley and is steeped in history. Orleans is an antique Roman city whose affection to the past, in Joan of Arc, is evident everywhere. From this department Joan of Arc sets off to conquer the English and regain freedom for France. The Loiret has some splendid chateaux the elegant fortress at Sully-sur-Loire recalls the glorious days of the Middle Ages whereas the Chateau de Chamerolles is focused on a Renaissance past.