Orléans

For other places with the same name, see Orleans (disambiguation).

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Orleans (Orléans) is the capital of the Centre-Val de Loire region of north-central France, located some 120 km (75 miles) south-west of the French capital, Paris.

Travel to Orléans

Buy a Flight ticket to and from Orléans

The best way to get to Orleans by plane is to fly into either one of the two Paris Airports.

Most international carriers will service Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport|Charles De Gaulle Airport (IATA Flight Code: CDG), but most low-cost carriers will service Orly. Orly Airport (IATA Flight Code: ORY) is slightly closer to Orleans if you are driving, but neither airport provides direct services to Orleans and one will most likely have to transfer in Paris.

By Rail

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Many trains serve the sizeable train station near Place Jean d'Arc, from Paris, which takes about 1 hour.

From Paris take a SNCF train from Paris's Gare d'Austerlitz to the Gare d'Orleans. These trains run frequently during the day. There is a tram which runs from the train station to the centre of the town.

By car

Take the A10 motorway south-west from Paris. The trip will be slightly one hour and a half.

You can also drive along the N20, which is a toll free road, and goes straight from Paris to Orleans. The route can is a bit longer than the highway as the road takes you through a number of villages.

Travel on a Bus in Orléans

By Boat

Loire river is the main river in the city. It used to be navigable at the beginning of the 20th century.

Get Around

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The best way to travel is by foot or bike. The city is not large so by foot is the best way. Many bike rental stations allow you to use a bike from point A to B for a small fee.

By tram

Semtao Tramline and buses run throughout the city of Orleans and the town of Fleury-lès-Aubrais.

Within Orleans the tram runs from the downtown down main street to the outlying small towns and suburbs. This does not provide much help to tourists, but can be useful getting to and from the train station.

What to See

La Cathédrale Sainte-Croix - Ste-Croix Gothic Church - 47.901667, 1.910278 - Orléans Gothic Church CathédraleSainteCroixOrléans006 - A Catholic cathedral and impressive example of Gothic architecture. With a similar design to Notre Dame in Paris, a visit to Orleans would not be complete without a stop. The Gothic Church can been seen above the buildings from most of the town.

La Maison de Jeanne d’Arc - House of Joan of Arc - Most of Orleans in devoted to Jeanne d'Arc as she liberated the town in medieval times. It's hard to walk through the town without seeing Jeanne d'Arc-related stuff quite frequently. The house is definitely worth seeing.

Martroi plaza and Joan of Arc statue
Parc Floral - 10 km south of downtown

Musée historique et archéologique de l'Orléanais - Orleans' History & Archaeology Museum
Musée des Beaux Arts - Musuem of Beautiful Art
Pont de l'Europe - Europe Bridge
Hotel de Ville - City Hall - Where everyone in the city is required to get married and the Hotel de Ville has breathtaking rooms filled with royal curtains and Gold leaf.

Gothic Churche d'Orleans - Orléans Gothic Church

Le Loiret - the border of the Loiret, small river going from La Source to the Loire river. Nice walk along the water with good spots for pic nic or playing outside.

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Orléans

Walk around the center of town, or along the banks of the river Loire. Visit some of the city's great boulangeries.

The city celebrates Joan of Arc during the first week of May with parades, demonstrations, a "medieval market" and sound and light shows.

L'Astrolabe, 1 Rue Alexandre Avisse, a concert hall dedicated to Modern Music, Reggae, Percus, Techno, French Song, also includes an Ice-skating ring and Dojo.

Billiards (pool) can be a fun way to unwind from a busy day. Orleans has many swimmingpool salons and even the bowling alley has a billiards section. Billiards is popular among teenagers on Fridays after school, but finding an open table should not be a problem.

Study in Orléans

The université d'Orléans (10 miles south of downtown- well served by the tram line) has partnerships with many foreign universities. French classes for foreigners are available during a semester, year, or summer program. Information at www.univ-orleans.fr.

How to work legally in Orléans

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Muslim Friendly Shopping in Orléans

Most stores do accept credit cards. The local Chocolates factory, Chocolaterie Royale, makes many interesting and delicious souvenirs. Even if you aren't in the mood to buy Chocolates, stopping by their store near the town square will amaze you at the way they can mold Chocolates.

Many large French and international stores fill Orleans including H&M and Les Galeries Lafayette.

Halal Restaurants in Orléans

Pizzeria Capri 103bis, Rue du Faubourg Madeleine, 45000 Orléans. Excellent pizza and Pasta.

Tokyo 14, Place du Chatelet, 45000 Orléans $15–30 Good Sushi.

El Tio - 34 Rue Notre Dame de Recouvrance ☎ +33 2-38-77-16-99 | Opening Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 12PM Monday - 2PM 7PM Monday - 10.30PM South 12PM Monday - 2PM Spanish food and fruit cocktails. Also sell Spanish products (spices, sweets, ham...).

La Tavola - Les Halles - An Italian restaurant in Orleans. You enter by the kitchen. Pizzas and Pasta at good price made by original Italian.

The Rue de Bourgogne is home to the majority of cafes, pubs and dining of Orleans. Le bord de la Loire (the Loir river bank) is popular among young highschool students as a place for weekend drinking. There are also several concerts held along the Loire River during the summer. - Le Petit Barcelone 218, Rue de Bourgogne. Relaxed atmosphere, plenty of tables for sitting around with friends and having drinks. - Havana Cafe 28, Place du Chatelet. Indoor and outdoor seating, good place to have drinks with friends. - Le Paxton's Head Rue de Bourgogne. Karaoke. If you come after 2am, be aware that people are likely to smoke, although it is illegal.

|name = L'Amazone 105 bis, Rue de Faubourg Madeleine. Night club playing African Zouk, Reggae and Hip Hop music.

Antidote - 32 Rue de l'Empereur 45000 Orleans ☎ +33 2 38 42 73 17 Nice bar, Cosmopolite with all ages and types of people to have a drink (soft drinks, sangria & nice collection of fruit cocktails) or a French snack (cheese or charcuterie). Good place for people who like rock music

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Orléans

Orléans - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Orléans, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Orléans. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Orléans and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Orléans. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Orléans. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations inOrléans: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Orléans.

Halal Food, Restaurants and Dining in Orléans: A comprehensive directory of restaurants, eateries, and food outlets offering halal-certified or halal-friendly options in Orléans, allowing Muslim travelers to savor local cuisines without compromising their dietary preferences in Orléans.

Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Orléans, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Orléans, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

Transport and Logistics: Practical guidance on transportation options that accommodate Muslim travel needs, ensuring seamless movement within Orléans and beyond.

Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Orléans, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Orléans, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Orléans without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Orléans is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Orléans.

About eHalal Travel Group:

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For Halal business inquiries in Orléans, please contact:

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

Hotel Groslot - upright 1.4|Hotel Groslot and the City Hall of Orléans Around 40 km south of Orleans on the way to Bourges is the Parc des Alicourts 4-star campsite and spa, a holiday centre with a fishing lake, an aqua park with 4 pools, a plush health spa with hydrotherapy centre, camping pitches, chalets, cottages and a villa for rent. Special offers on family holidays, camping weekends and spa breaks.

New for 2009: Stay in a treehouse The Parc des Alicourts has several new treehouses for 2009, some suitable for family holidays, some for cozy couple weekends.

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Visiting the castles and houses along the Loire river is a great day trip from Orleans. A must see is Chambord, near Blois.
Germigny-des-Prés, where you can see a Carolingian church with Byzantine mosaics, is also an excellent day trip or stopover on the way to seeing castles.