The Valois Dynasty succeeded the Capetian Dynasty as rulers of France. They were descendants of Charles of Valois, the second son of King Philip III of France.
- Philippe VI, the Fortunate 1328-1350
Jean II, the Good 1350-1364
Charles V, the Wise 1364-1380
Charles VI, the Well-Beloved 1380-1422
Charles VII, the Victortius 1422-1461
Louis XI 1461-1483
Charles VIII , the Affable 1483-1498
Louis XII, the Father of His People 1498-1515
François I — 1515-1547
Henri II — 1547-1559
François II — 1559-1560
Catherine de Medici (Regent) — 1560-1563
Charles IX — 1560-1574
Henri III — 1574-1589
The Bourbon Dynasty followed.