More Chateaux (June 4)

The story goes that Charles Perrault had this castle, Chateau d'Usse, in mind when he wrote "The Sleeping Beauty".  It is a shock to be driving along narrow village streets and see it pop up seemingly out of nowhere.

I couldn't resist sitting down for a coffee with this as my view. I then walked along the road and took some more shots.

Driving through the countryside I spotted a great scarecrow - it's a bird shape that moves with the wind - so realistic.

Chateau d'Azay le Rideau wasn't far.  This is as much as I saw of it.  I felt 8,50€ was a bit much just to take photos.

Exit from the forecourt to the town leads you straight into a busy street.

If you had a carriage, a grander entry and exit was available.