Discover the legendary evenings of Montrésor
Between enchanting walks, mysterious tales, and light shows, the village of Montrésor invites you to experience a timeless escape all summer long. Located less than 25 minutes by car from the Hôtel de la Cité Royale**** in Loches, take advantage of your stay to discover this village, listed among the Most Beautiful in France, transformed each evening into a lively and poetic scene.
Every evening in July and August, the village born of a legend and the banks of the Indrois River are illuminated.
Thanks to a subtle play of light and mapping on the facades, particularly that of the castle, let yourself be carried away by the magical atmosphere of this unique nighttime stroll.
An invitation to rediscover Montrésor in a completely new light.
On the town hall square, doors open... onto the hidden world of elves! A fun and interactive trail to share with the family, combining games, discovery, and poetry all summer long.
All along the trail, characters and scenery created by locals recount local legends, day and night.
A nod to the region's rich oral heritage, to be discovered along the flower-lined streets.
A historical figure of the village, this advisor to the kings of France takes you on a stroll around the collegiate church, following in the footsteps of his extraordinary destiny, blending history and imagination.
The Legendary Evenings of Montrésor: Every day in July and August
A light trail in a magical setting
Every evening in July and August, the village born of a legend and the banks of the Indrois River are illuminated.
Thanks to a subtle play of light and mapping on the facades, particularly that of the castle, let yourself be carried away by the magical atmosphere of this unique nighttime stroll.
An invitation to rediscover Montrésor in a completely new light.
The Elves' Garden, for children and adults
On the town hall square, doors open... onto the hidden world of elves! A fun and interactive trail to share with the family, combining games, discovery, and poetry all summer long.
Legendary scenes come to life
All along the trail, characters and scenery created by locals recount local legends, day and night.
A nod to the region's rich oral heritage, to be discovered along the flower-lined streets.
Imbert de Batarnay, a legendary character
A historical figure of the village, this advisor to the kings of France takes you on a stroll around the collegiate church, following in the footsteps of his extraordinary destiny, blending history and imagination.
Some summer highlights in Montrésor
- Friday, July 18: Open-air dance hall evening on the Balconies de l'Indrois with live music, refreshments, and food.
- Wednesdays, August 6, 13, 20, and 27: Storytelling walks in the castle grounds. Storytellers and legends from 9:30 p.m. (August 6 and 13), then 9 p.m. (August 20 and 27). Price: €5.
- Saturday, August 16: Grand fireworks display, Route de Beaumont. Fireworks and lights retrace the story of Imbert de Batarnay. Free.
