Visit Loches in a day

Loches: a town of art and history

In the Loire Valley, Loches is famous for its well-preserved medieval town. The town is home to some architectural treasures not to be missed during a visit. The cobbled streets and half-timbered houses add historic charm to your day's stroll.

Loches castle

Visit this medieval jewel of Touraine, combining history and architecture. The imposing fortress was once the royal residence and royal prison.

The castle has several sections:

• The Agnès Sorel tower
• The Royal Gate
• The collegiate church of Saint-Ours

Explore the richly decorated royal rooms, the dungeons and the ramparts, which offer panoramic views over the city.

Address: 5 place Charles VII, 37600 Loches
10 minutes' walk from your hotel

The Lansyer museum

Dedicated to the 19th-century painter Emmanuel Lansyer, the museum is housed in the artist's former mansion in Loches. It features a varied collection of works including :

• Landscapes
• Historical scenes
• Portraits

You can also admire the house and its garden, which exudes an authentic 19th-century atmosphere.

Address: 1 rue Lansyer, 37 600 Loches
8 minutes' walk from your hotel

4-star hotel in Loches

Would you like to stay in an unusual place in the Loire Valley? That's what the Best Western Premier Hôtel de la cité royale de Loches has to offer. The hotel is housed in the former Palais de Justice.

In the heart of the town, treat yourself to an enchanted interlude in a hotel SPA and restaurant with a breathtaking view of Loches and the surrounding area.
The hotel's assets :

• 45 rooms
• A restaurant
• Lounge bar
• 3 business lounges
• A SPA in the palace's former underground cellars
• An indoor swimming pool...

The list goes on. The hotel invites you to discover the other services directly on site.

Don't wait any longer and book your stay at this 4-star hotel in Loches now!