Château de Loches

The Château de Loches is a royal fortress in the town of Loches with a massive square keep that rises above the settlement. The keep overlooks the Indre Valley and is surrounded by medieval walls that form the defensive perimeter.

The fortress was built in the 12th century and became contested between French and English rulers. By the 13th century France secured permanent control and established it as a significant royal residence.

The fortress served as a royal residence where French kings and their court members lived and made decisions that shaped the kingdom. The rooms today reveal how royal life unfolded within these walls.

The site is accessible on foot and visitors can explore the main rooms and towers independently. Information panels are posted at key locations and selected areas offer interpretive displays.

An integrated system with sound recordings and projections guides visitors through different periods of medieval history. These modern elements help bring centuries of the past to life.

Location: Loches

Part of: Château de Loches

GPS coordinates: 47.12470,0.99667

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:47