Château de Candé
Castle Historic Loire château with 19th-century interiors
Country château in Monts, Indre-et-Loire, notable as the 1937 wedding site of the Duke of Windsor and Wallis Simpson; visitors tour period rooms, formal gardens and learn about the estate’s 20th-century history.
Château de Candé is a historic château in the commune of Monts, Indre-et-Loire, in Centre-Val de Loire. The building is best known for its association with a high-profile 20th-century wedding.
The present château developed over earlier medieval structures and was remodelled into its current appearance in the early modern period. It gained international attention in 1937 when it was chosen for the marriage of the former British monarch Edward, Duke of Windsor.
The château sits in the Loire Valley near the town of Monts, about 15 km south of the city of Tours and within the Indre-et-Loire department. The surrounding area is agricultural with other châteaux and heritage sites within short driving distance.
- Royal wedding: The château hosted the wedding of the Duke of Windsor (Edward VIII) and Wallis Simpson on 3 June 1937, an event often noted in guides.
- Location tip: Sited in the Loire Valley town of Monts, it is commonly visited as part of Loire châteaux itineraries and is about 15 km south of Tours.
How to Get to Château de Candé #
Château de Candé is in the Monts area of Indre-et-Loire, near Tours. The simplest access is by car from Tours (about 15-20 minutes). Regional buses or taxis are alternatives from Tours station.
Tips for Visiting Château de Candé #
- Note the 20th-century associations: Château de Candé hosted the 1937 marriage of the Duke of Windsor and Wallis Simpson - a moment that altered British royal history.
- Combine a visit with other Loire valley châteaux in the Tours-Amboise circuit.
Best Time to Visit Château de Candé #
Spring and summer provide the most pleasant conditions; check for special opening hours tied to events.
Weather & Climate near Château de Candé #
Château de Candé's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 25°C. Moderate rainfall (663 mm/year).
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. The wettest month with 67 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
