Orléans France Travel Guide 🇫🇷 Hidden Gems, Hôtel Groslot & Joan of Arc History

7-day Road Trip across France. Episode 5. We decided to spend one full day in Orléans simply walking, exploring and discovering one of France’s most underrated historic cities. After breakfast, we headed into Centre-Ville Orléans — a beautiful mix of Gothic cathedrals, medieval streets, Renaissance buildings, cafés and fascinating French history connected to Joan of Arc. One of the biggest surprises of the day was visiting Hôtel Groslot, an extraordinary Renaissance mansion hidden beside the cathedral. Once home to royalty and later Orléans City Hall, this historic building became one of our favourite discoveries in France. We also explored: * Cathédrale Sainte-Croix d'Orléans * Place du Martroi * Medieval streets and architecture * Loire River atmosphere * Local cafés and Centre-Ville life If you’re planning a France road trip beyond Paris, Orléans deserves serious consideration. 🎥 Part of our ongoing Europe travel series across France, Spain and Portugal on My Return Ticket. #FranceTravel #OrleansFrance #LoireValley #FrenchRoadTrip #MyReturnTicket Key Standout Reasons for a Return Ticket Why Orléans Earns a Return Ticket * Incredible Joan of Arc history * Beautiful Gothic cathedral architecture * Hidden Renaissance gem: Hôtel Groslot * Walkable historic centre * Relaxed atmosphere compared to Paris * Loire River scenery * Excellent cafés and local food culture * Strong medieval and Roman history * Easy stop on a France road trip * Authentic French city experience without massive crowds