France Country & Castle Walk 2027 | Adventures with Linda Kriel

FRANCE COUNTRY & CASTLE WALK

A 6‑Day Fairytale Escape in the Heart of the French Countryside

Walk, wine & dine your way through rolling hills, medieval villages, and a private château — with Linda Kriel

📅 3 – 9 October 2027

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✨ Imagine This…

🥐 You wake up in a centuries‑old château. Birdsong drifts through the window. The smell of fresh croissants fills the kitchen.

🌄 And outside — soft hills, quiet forests, stone villages, and a pace of life that feels like exhaling.

🚶🏻‍♀️ Each day, you walk gentle, scenic routes through the French countryside.

🍷 Each evening, you return to wine, laughter, chef‑prepared meals, and the kind of connection that happens naturally when people travel together.

🏰 This is not a tour. It’s a fairytale escape.

🏰 Where You’ll Stay

Your home for the week is a lovingly restored château in the Indre region — peaceful, private, and surrounded by nature.

Beautiful rooms
A natural rock pool to cool off
A cosy lounge
Outdoor terraces for morning coffee and sunset wine
A chef who prepares fresh, seasonal meals daily

It feels like stepping into a storybook.

What the 6 Days Look Like

A simple snapshot of your fairytale week:

Day 1 — Arrival & Welcome Dinner Settle in, meet the group, enjoy a beautiful meal. Dinner: Bistro-style menu featuring regional ingredients.

Day 2 — River Walk + French Feast Our first countryside walk explores the village, castle, and riverside paths, followed by lunch and a free afternoon to relax or swim, ending with a French feast featuring champagne or wine and regional specialties.

Distance: 7.6 km
Difficulty: Mild to moderate (shorter, easier option available)

• Duration: +2 hours

Day 3 — Aubusson Walk + Tapestry Experience

After breakfast, we’ll travel to Aubusson for a hike to the “Tour de l’Horloge,” a historic clock tower.

Distance: A shorter hike today – we’re mixing in some relaxed town strolling and shopping.
Difficulty: Easy
Duration: +2 hours

Enjoy stunning views of the Creuse Valley and Aubusson, famous for its exquisite tapestries.

The functioning clock, with its wooden and metal parts and its bell bearing Gothic inscriptions, offers a glimpse into the city’s past.

After the walk, spend time with a tapestry expert who will share the history and culture of these world-renowned works, followed by lunch at a local restaurant.

Guests return to the château for a late-afternoon rest.

Dinner: At the Château

Day 4 — Forest Walk at Le Rembucher

After breakfast, we drive to Le Rembucher for a walk in the forest, where we will hear from our host, the well known Louis Jansen van Vuuren, about the benefits of forest breathing.

Lunch: In the beautiful garden before returning to the château for relaxation.

Dinner: French buffet.

Day 5 — Boussac Market Walk + Riverside Picnic

Today we visit Boussac, a nearby village about 20 km from Sainte-Sévère-sur-Indre.

We’ll stroll through the village and explore the market.

Distance: Choice between a 5 or 10 km walk
Difficulty: Mild
Duration: 1 to 2,5 hours (depending on your choice of route)

Discover charming shops and enjoy a surprise lunch in Boussac.

Dinner: “Night of the Water Nymphs” – a picnic-style dinner under the trees beside the river, featuring produce from the market.

Day 6 — Pierres Jaumâtres Walk + Celebration Dinner A scenic loop past mystical granite formations, lunch at the Chalet de Pierres Jaumâtres, and a joyful final dinner in town.

Distance: Choice betweem 4.6 km or 10 km
Difficulty:
Duration: 1 to 2,5 hours (depending on your choice of route)

Day 7 — Farewell Breakfast + Station Transfer A warm goodbye after breakfast before your transfer to Châteauroux, carrying home memories of castles, countryside, and new friendships.

What’s Included

Accommodation: 6 nights at the enchanting Château de Najade

Meals: All breakfasts, lunches, and dinners — chef-prepared with fresh, local ingredients

House wine: Red and white wine from the region

Transport: All local transfers, plus pickup/drop-off at Châteauroux station

Guides: Linda Kriel will lead all walks, with her husband, Dr Adriaan Myburgh by her side

Fitness Extras: Pre- and post-walk stretching, optional toning for all levels, plus Linda’s Kickstart e-book to help prepare for the walking tour, with exercise programs and meal plans delivered 8 weeks before the trip.

Excursions: All entrance fees included — no surprise costs, just surprise views

Dietary Needs: Vegans and vegetarians warmly welcomed

Not Included

Flights to France

Train travel to Châteauroux from Paris or elsewhere (but we’ll scoop you up once you arrive).

If you’re arriving by rental car, no worries – there’s plenty of parking at the Château for your noble steed.

Extra drinks aren’t included – we serve lovely house wine with meals, but anything more you enjoy sipping, please bring along. A fridge will be available.

Price & Booking

€2950 per person sharing a room (± R55 000 depending on the Euro to Rand exchange rate. Click HERE for current exchange rate)

€600 extra if you prefer your own room

€600 deposit secures your spot

Balance is due 8 weeks ahead of trip beginning date. Payment plans available for the balance.

👉 To book: email Dr Leonie Scholz at chateaudenajade@gmail.com and cc Linda Kriel at adventures@lkfitness.co.za.

Please let us know if you’re booking as a single, or sharing. If sharing, include your roommate’s full name, email address, and cell number.

Reviews From Past Walks With Linda

“What an incredible experience! It truly went beyond what I had expected. Every element was enjoyable – the walks, the food, the camaraderie.” – Karlien

“Everything was exceptional! The food was CRAZY delicious. The walks were beautiful and just perfect!” – Riëtte

“Our hearts are brimming with gratitude for an incredible time! Every aspect was meticulously managed, from the meals to the walks. Thank you ever so much!” – Anne Mari

“Once again, the walk was a resounding success. Each time I join one of your walking tours, I sense a rejuvenation within me. My energy is replenished!” – Edna

“Thank you for your example of motivating us with love and good nature to take good care of our bodies. I’m going back home with a renewed spirit.” – Anna-Marie