Walk in the Indre Valley
From the Hôtel de la Cité Royale in Loches, treat yourself to an outdoor getaway in the heart of the Indre Valley. Here, unspoiled nature blends with exceptional heritage and unique expertise. Just a few kilometers away, Azay-le-Rideau becomes your starting point to explore, at your own pace, rolling landscapes and charming villages.
Take the legendary GR3, which connects the source of the Loire to its estuary and crosses the Indre Valley.
After Villandry and crossing the Cher River, you will skirt the Vallères orchards before reaching a superb viewpoint overlooking Azay-le-Rideau, its Renaissance castle, its church, and the Indre River. Continue your walk through the streets of the town center, cross the river, and continue towards Chinon, passing through Cheillé and the majestic national forest.
Depending on the season, you'll walk in the shade of tall trees, encounter deer and roe deer, or pick mushrooms and chestnuts.
The Indre Valley has numerous marked trails that will appeal to both avid hikers and those who enjoy leisurely strolls:
Whether you're setting out on a long hike or a simple stroll, an immersion between rivers, forests, characterful villages, and castles awaits you in the Indre Valley.
Back at the Best Western Premier Hotel in the Royal City of Loches, head to our restaurant, La Cour des Saveurs, to discover another side of the Indre region!
Hike in the Indre Valley along the GR3 Trail
Take the legendary GR3, which connects the source of the Loire to its estuary and crosses the Indre Valley.
After Villandry and crossing the Cher River, you will skirt the Vallères orchards before reaching a superb viewpoint overlooking Azay-le-Rideau, its Renaissance castle, its church, and the Indre River. Continue your walk through the streets of the town center, cross the river, and continue towards Chinon, passing through Cheillé and the majestic national forest.
Depending on the season, you'll walk in the shade of tall trees, encounter deer and roe deer, or pick mushrooms and chestnuts.
The Indre: Varied Itineraries for All Tastes
The Indre Valley has numerous marked trails that will appeal to both avid hikers and those who enjoy leisurely strolls:
- On the heights of Azay-le-Rideau, wander through orchards and picturesque hamlets, with breathtaking views of the valley.
- Toward Cheillé, let yourself be charmed by the streams and beautiful residences, visit its church, and continue on to the Chinon Forest.
- Towards Villaines-les-Rochers, discover the land of basket weavers: troglodyte houses and workshops where artisans passionately weave wicker.
- In the Lys Valley, beloved by Balzac, walk to Saché, where nature and literature intertwine.
A journey at your own pace
Whether you're setting out on a long hike or a simple stroll, an immersion between rivers, forests, characterful villages, and castles awaits you in the Indre Valley.
Back at the Best Western Premier Hotel in the Royal City of Loches, head to our restaurant, La Cour des Saveurs, to discover another side of the Indre region!
