Monuments to visit Indre-Et-Loire

It is by the Royal door that you enter the citadel (the Royal city) to visit, among other things, the Vigil, the Logis Royal, Saint-Ours collegiate college and the Lansyer house. This door dates back to the th and th centuries. It was completed in the th century by a central building and a canons terrace.

Located in Montrésor, 4 km from the town of Loches, Château-monastère de la Corroirie is a picturesque hotel set in 150 hectares of wooded grounds. It houses a church dating back to 1208 and offers 5 period rooms with medieval decor, exposed wooden beams and private bathrooms. Some rooms offer views of the forest or garden. Continental breakfast is included and can be served in a cosy lounge or in the garden. There's also a church, a dining room, a jogging track and a swimming and fishing pond. Dinner and guided tours are available at an additional cost. The castle-monastery tourist and cultural site is open from Easter to All Saints' Day, from 11am to 7pm.

It is one of the largest cave properties of Indre-et-Loire, carved in the rock in the th century. It was inhabited by the marchioness de Doisonville and then by Mr. Taboureau de Boisdenier, entrepreneur of Les Works du Roy. Built on two levels (20 m and 50 m), it dominates the Loire and offers beautiful landscapes on the river. On its side and behind it, a large oak forest allows you to enjoy beautiful strolls and greenery. You can borrow a staircase in the rock to finish the visit. Parking is located right opposite the manor house on the other side of the National 152. Be careful by crossing the road. Today, the manor serves as a wine museum.

The town of Montrésor is classified as the «Most Beautiful Villages of France». The visit is worth a visit! This city has a very rich heritage: castle, Saint John Baptiste College, and the medieval village with the Halle Hall and the Chancellor's house. There are numerous walks, including on the banks of the Indrois. A day can benefit from all the attractions of the city and enjoy the small restaurants for a break in the middle of this soothing setting. 

Château Gaillard is a royal estate located in Amboise, in the Loire Valley. Built in 1496 by Charles VIII, the château is a true jewel of the French Renaissance. After five years of restoration, it has opened its doors to the public and now offers a unique experience. The château is surrounded by magnificent gardens, bearing witness to the earliest gardens of the French Renaissance. Inside, visitors can admire ornate stained-glass windows and finely carved fireplaces. Luxuriously furnished in period style, the château offers a warm, cosy atmosphere, transporting visitors back to the 16th century. The estate also has a rich history, having been home to kings such as Charles VIII, Louis XII and François I. It has also been the scene of many historic events. Château Gaillard is a must-see for history and heritage lovers.