Saint-Cyr-sur-Loire
Saint-Cyr-sur-Loire, which had many British residents in the late 19th century, is situated in the Touraine region of France, on the opposite bank of the river Loire from Tours, and has a poulation of about 17000. It has a fine Town Hall set in attractive grounds and excellent leisure facilities. Tours has a beautifully renovated old quarter, the Place Plumereau, a chateau and several museums. Other historic Loire valley towns and chateaux that can be visited from Saint-Cyr-sur-Loire include Azay-le-Rideau, Chenonceaux, Amboise and Blois and the whole area is, of course, famous for its fine wines such as Saumur, Muscadet, Vouvray and Chinon.