Region in Centre-Val de Loire, France
Internet in Loire Valley: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Loire Valley?
Median fixed broadband in France is 332 Mbps and mobile is 133 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Tours cafés and libraries have usable wifi; countryside gîtes vary widely, so check before booking.
Getting online in Loire Valley
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Home fibre | Fibre from Orange, Free, SFR and Bouygues in most Tours buildings; rural areas may be slower; about €20–40 a month. |
| Cafés and coworking | Tours cafés and libraries have usable wifi; countryside gîtes vary widely, so check before booking. |
| Tourist SIM | Orange's Holiday SIM or eSIM, or prepaid SIMs from phone shops and tabacs, cost about €20–40 a month; passport needed to activate. |
| eSIM | Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors. |
| Carriers | Orange, SFR, Bouygues Telecom, Free |
| Monthly data plan | €10–25 ($11–28) |
Internet speeds in Europe
National medians, Speedtest Global Index.
| Country | Fixed | Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| France | 332 Mbps | 133 Mbps |
| Iceland | 283 Mbps | — |
| Switzerland | 281 Mbps | 120 Mbps |
| Denmark | 278 Mbps | 161 Mbps |
| Romania | 276 Mbps | 83 Mbps |
| Hungary | 271 Mbps | 94 Mbps |
| Spain | 263 Mbps | 84 Mbps |
| Portugal | 252 Mbps | 128 Mbps |
| Andorra | 244 Mbps | — |
| Netherlands | 226 Mbps | 158 Mbps |
| Luxembourg | 221 Mbps | 173 Mbps |
| Poland | 215 Mbps | 109 Mbps |
Quick answers
Is the internet fast in Loire Valley?
Median fixed broadband in France is 332 Mbps and mobile is 133 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Tours cafés and libraries have usable wifi; countryside gîtes vary widely, so check before booking.
Which SIM card should I get in Loire Valley?
Orange's Holiday SIM or eSIM, or prepaid SIMs from phone shops and tabacs, cost about €20–40 a month; passport needed to activate.
Can I use an eSIM in France?
Yes. Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors, and travel eSIMs work too.
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Sources
- Speedtest Global Index: France
- Orange
- SFR
- Bouygues Telecom
- Free
- Loire Valley Tourism
- Loire à Vélo
- Fil Bleu (Tours transit)
- CHRU de Tours
Speeds are medians from Ookla's Speedtest Global Index, cited for reference. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.