Woodland Wonders: Continuing the Chambord Forest Journey – Episode 2

Step into the serene woodlands surrounding Chambord Castle in the second episode of our springtime series, where the bare branches of the trees unveil the hidden secrets of the forest, concealed beneath the lush greenery of summer. Wander along secluded trails as the tranquil atmosphere envelops you, listening to the whispers of nature and marveling at the raw beauty of the untamed wilderness. Join us for an enchanting exploration of Chambord’s woodland wonderland, where every step reveals a new chapter in the captivating story of nature’s awakening.
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00:00-02:11 – Intro
02:12-03:57 – The continuation of the stroll from the previous episode
03:58-04:40 – Crossing the road and the access ways to Chambord Castle in the subtitles
04:41-06:00 – Starting the stroll in the forest
06:01-06:51 – Discovering the routes map
06:52-15:31 – Walking in the forest
15:32-20:49 – Passing through a dense forest of birch trees
20:50-31:00 – Continue to walk in the forest
31:00-33:36 – Exploring an animal observatory
33:38-34:21 – Flowers and the buzzing of bees
34:22-38:30 – Walking along a wide path in the forest
38:31-42:19 – Exploring an open clearing
42:20-43:04 – Observing the exterior of the second animal observatory
43:05-47:50 – Returning to the forest
47:51-48:17 – End screens
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If you enjoyed the video, please give it a thumb up and consider subscribing to my channel. By subscribing, you’ll stay updated on all my latest content and won’t miss out on any new productions! This is the second episode of my series exploring the forest surrounding Chambord Castle.

In the first episode we started our journey and beheld the North-Western façade of the Chambord Castle, accompanied by stunning reflections in its canals. Venturing into the forest, we marveled at the castle amidst the bare trees of early spring, capturing its beauty from various picturesque vantage points.

If you want to see the castle, please watch the first episode by clicking on the card in the upper right corner of the screen. Today, we’ll explore the forest throughout the entire daylight hours, witnessing its beauty in different times of the day and under various lighting conditions.

We’ll now cross one of the roads leading to the castle’s parking area for those arriving by car. The access to the castle by car is via several motorways, as follows: A10 motorway: exit No 16 at Mer or exit No 16 at Blois A85 motorway: exit No 13 at Selles-sur-Cher

A71 motorway: exit No 3 at Lamotte-Beuvron Other ways include taking the train from Paris at Austerlitz train station to the Blois-Chambord stop (about 1h20), followed by a shuttle bus (about 25 minutes). In the forest, there are several well-signaled hiking trails, as well as trails for bicycles and horse riding.

This sign indicates a trail for horse riding. We can observe numerous ferns here, typically green during the summer months. They evoke memories of the vast “sea of ferns” in the Fontainebleau forest. You can explore these further by clicking on the card in the upper right corner of the screen.

During this video, you can enjoy the natural sounds of the birds. Alternatively, you can wear headphones and listen to your preferred music while watching, muting the video’s sound. Here is a map displaying all the trails within the forest. The hiking trails are color-coded in red, blue, and green, each representing different lengths.

The green trail spans 3.7 km and takes approximately 45 minutes to complete. The blue trail covers 7.3 km with a duration of about 2 hours to complete. The red trail stretches over 8.2 km and takes approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes to finish.

Because we had plenty of time and natural light, we opted for the longest trail, the red route. For a while, the three routes follow the same path. The domain of Chambord spans over 52 km² and is enclosed by a 32 km fence, making it the largest enclosed park in Europe.

The main tree species found here include oak, Scots pine, and birch. According to official statistics, there are over 650 species of plants present here. I’ve decided to retain the natural sound in the video as it includes beautiful bird calls. If you prefer, you can listen your own music while enjoying the visuals.

This sign indicates a horse riding trail. If you know what this structure is, please share your knowledge in the comments. We are now entering a beautiful section of the forest filled with dense birch trees.

The castle and its estate are situated along the Cosson River. The soil, rich in water content, fosters the creation of numerous swamps, ponds, and marshes, creating a large biodiversity. This environment is also home to a distinct fauna, with notable inhabitants including stags and deer.

Between mid-September and mid-October, during the mating season, is one of the best times to visit this place and observe the fauna. There are specific observatories, as we will see. We were very lucky to have such a beautiful day at this time of the year, despite it still being winter.

Other animals present here are: wild boar, roe deer and Corsican mouflon. The bird population includes bats, newts, and dragonflies. Additionally, this forest is home to a plethora of insects and salamanders. This part is so colorful and looks so beautiful, almost like a painting created entirely by nature.

From here, we leave the green path, which is the shortest of the three paths. Here, we’re nearing a wooden animal observatory. You might remember seeing a similar one in the forest near the castle in the previous episode. I’ll climb up to give you a glimpse of the interior and the view from there.

It seems to be smaller than the one we saw in the first episode of the series. It’s a bit steep isn’t it? When I saw these flowers, my eyes were actually attracted by the hum of bees.

Please let me know in the comments if you would like to see a tour of this forest during other seasons, such as summer and autumn. A lot of broken tree trunks are scattered throughout the forest. I wonder what caused this. Perhaps it’s due to the energetic activity of the wild boar population…

Do you have any ideas? Let me know in the comments! Here is the open space we saw from the animal observatory. I’ll take a few steps to explore it a bit. This is another animal observatory. Once I finish exploring the open area, I’ll return here since the route passes close by.

I believe this could be a spot for supplying food and water to the fauna. Whether it’s still in use or holds historical significance remains uncertain. A visit during the mating season might provide clarity on this matter. Let’s return to our trail. Soon, we’ll conclude this leg of our forest exploration.

In the next episode, we’ll delve into the late afternoon, walking against the sunlight, providing unique lighting conditions. Finally, we’ll return to Chambord Castle, witnessing its majestic silhouette bathed in the evening colors.

Until next week when the next episode will be released, you can enjoy on this channel a previous autumn exploration of the famous Fontainebleau Forest in France. To discover those episodes, please click on the card in the upper right corner of this screen. Until next time, take care and keep exploring!