Chateau de Loches, France

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Year: 9 century. Height: 38 m.

Loches Castle is located in the Loire Valley. It was built in the early 9th century. It attracts attention with its unique architecture today. The oldest donjon tower in France is preserved in this castle. Count Fulk Nerra built the very first stone fortress in this place. He was a famous conqueror. The Count was famous for his cruel temper. The construction of the donjon was begun in 1005. It lasted more than 60 years. The tower's height was 38 meters after completion. The thickness of the walls of the tower reached 3 meters. It was considered almost impregnable.

The French monarch Philip Augustus was the owner of the castle in the early 13th century. The new building was attached to the castle by his order. Part of the large-scale construction was converted into a state prison. Loches Castle remained a royal residence for several hundred years. Almost all of its premises are open for guided tours today. The preserved dungeons of the fortress are no less interesting than the halls with restored interiors of previous years. Many mysterious stories are associated with them.

The interiors of previous years were restored in some halls of the fortress. Antique furniture and works of art are kept in them today. The ascent to the observation deck remains one of the favorite attractions for visitors to the castle. It is located on the roof of the donjon. Visitors must climb a steep staircase of 150 steps to reach the roof of the tower. A wonderful panoramic view of the city opens from a height. You can also view the preserved wall of the old fortress in all its details from the site. Its length is about 2 kilometers. Interesting cultural events are held in the castle throughout the year.

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Supermarket: 'Simply Market' in 0.4 km

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Apotheek: 'Pharmacie des Bas Clos' in 0.12 km

Police station: 'Direction Départementale Sécurité Publique' in 34 km

Cafe/restaurant: 'La Gerbe d'Or' in 0.32 km

Railway station: 'Loches' in 0.76 km

Nearest airports:
» Tours Val de Loire Airport TUF - in 39 km

» Deols Airport CHR - in 62 km

» Le Breuil Airport XBQ - in 63 km

» Saumur-Saint-Florent Airport XSU - in 85 km

» Bourges Airport BOU - in 104 km

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La Demeure Saint-Ours

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Accessed by a private entrance, all rooms have a view of the château, a wardrobe and heating. The en suite bathroom is complete with a hairdryer and … More: photo, rates and booking

Les Chambres d'Hôtes Troglo du Rossignolet

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With rock walls, the guest rooms at Les Chambres Troglo du Rossignolet include a copper bathtub, hairdryer and free toiletries. A sofa and an … More: photo, rates and booking

Manoir de la Rousselliere

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Gite du Domaine de la Maison Neuve

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After touring historic sites visitors can stroll through the beautiful ancient garden; there is the famous Liban cedar on its territory. The height of this mighty tree is 33 meters and age is about two hundred years. One of the most visited cultural venues of the city - the Museum of Fine Arts – is in the garden too. Its collection is very diverse and will impress even those who haven’t shown much interest in the culture before.
Another important attraction of Tours is located on the Place Plumereau; we are talking about the old Basilica of Sant-Martn. Named after the patron saint the basilica attracts pilgrims and curious tourists from all over the world. The undisputed symbol of the city is the beautiful Plessy-les-Tours Castle housing the Museum of Wax. For 20 years it was the principal residence of Louis X. Many interesting legends and stories are associated with castle. There is also the tropical aquarium, which introduces the diversity of inhabitants of the underwater world.

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