The Royal City of Loches
Loches has 1,000 years of history and a remarkably well-preserved medieval and Renaissance heritage. The Royal City comprises two major monuments: the royal dwelling and the keep. Come and visit!
The royal residence and its elegant turrets dominate the old town. It was built between the end of the 14th century and the end of the 15th century. Part of the building is in the flamboyant Gothic style. It is associated with three female figures who left their mark on French history: Joan of Arc, Agnès Sorel and Anne of Brittany. Find out more about their lives and the origins of the site by visiting the interior of the dwelling. Don't miss the flamboyant Gothic oratory added at the request of Anne of Brittany.
At 36 metres high, the keep is the other iconic feature of the Lochois landscape. It was built between 1013 and 1035 by the Count of Anjou. Today, it is one of the best-preserved Romanesque keeps in Europe. Originally a defensive site, it was transformed into a royal prison by King Louis XI in the 15th century, then into a departmental prison between 1801 and 1926. The tour is fun and interactive.
📍 5 Place Charles VII, 37600 Loches
⏰ Ouvert tous les jours de l’année sauf le 25/12 et 01/01
💶 Tarif : 10,50€/adulte, gratuit pour les moins de 7 ans. Le billet permet également d’accéder au logis royal et au donjon
💻 https://citeroyaleloches.fr
Immerse yourself in the unique atmosphere of Loches by staying in the town centre, in the historic setting of the former Palais de Justice. Our spa hotel in Touraine offers you an elegant and relaxing interlude.
On the programme:
Book your stay at our 4-star hotel-spa in Loches and combine culture, gastronomy and well-being!
The Royal City of Loches
The Loches royal residence
The royal residence and its elegant turrets dominate the old town. It was built between the end of the 14th century and the end of the 15th century. Part of the building is in the flamboyant Gothic style. It is associated with three female figures who left their mark on French history: Joan of Arc, Agnès Sorel and Anne of Brittany. Find out more about their lives and the origins of the site by visiting the interior of the dwelling. Don't miss the flamboyant Gothic oratory added at the request of Anne of Brittany.
The keep
At 36 metres high, the keep is the other iconic feature of the Lochois landscape. It was built between 1013 and 1035 by the Count of Anjou. Today, it is one of the best-preserved Romanesque keeps in Europe. Originally a defensive site, it was transformed into a royal prison by King Louis XI in the 15th century, then into a departmental prison between 1801 and 1926. The tour is fun and interactive.
La Cité Royale de Loches : informations pratiques
📍 5 Place Charles VII, 37600 Loches⏰ Ouvert tous les jours de l’année sauf le 25/12 et 01/01
💶 Tarif : 10,50€/adulte, gratuit pour les moins de 7 ans. Le billet permet également d’accéder au logis royal et au donjon
💻 https://citeroyaleloches.fr
Your 4-star hotel in Loches
Immerse yourself in the unique atmosphere of Loches by staying in the town centre, in the historic setting of the former Palais de Justice. Our spa hotel in Touraine offers you an elegant and relaxing interlude. On the programme:
- A restful night's sleep in one of our 45 rooms, combining modern comforts with the charm of a bygone era.
- A gourmet escape in our bistronomic restaurant, La Cour des Saveurs, where you can sample fresh, local dishes in an original setting: the former courtroom.
- A moment of relaxation just for you in the hotel spa, nestled in the underground cellars of the Palais de Justice. These reveal an indoor swimming pool with hydromassage jets, a hammam and two vaulted treatment rooms.
Book your stay at our 4-star hotel-spa in Loches and combine culture, gastronomy and well-being!
