Blois

On to Blois with its Chateau, churches and bridge, and unusual house of magician and inventor Robert Houdin with a six-headed hydra (only 5) appearing out of windows on the hour, startling tourists. Video available. There were 4 walking tours of Blois designed to help you discover Blois which became a royal residence in 1498 under Louis XII, followed by Francois I (Chambord). We followed the Porcupine walk (Louis’ emblem) round the town houses and gardens (note C following bronze dial).