Loiret

Loiret is a department in north-central France, located in the Centre-Val de Loire region with Orléans as its capital and largest city. The department is known for its rich history tied to Joan of Arc, who famously lifted the siege of Orléans in 1429, and for its position along the Loire River, which flows through several historic châteaux and towns. Loiret combines agricultural landscapes with significant cultural heritage, including parts of the UNESCO World Heritage Loire Valley.