Château de Plessis-lez-Tours, Royal castle in La Riche, France.
The rectangular brick and stone building stands as a remnant of a larger royal residence, featuring International Gothic architectural elements near Tours.
King Louis XI acquired the property in 1463 for 5,300 écus, transforming it into his preferred residence where he remained until his death in 1483.
The castle now houses the Theatre du Plessis, which presents regular performances and contributes to the local arts through workshops and community events.
Visitors can access the castle grounds and participate in guided tours that explain the construction methods and architectural details of this medieval structure.
The castle marks the location of the first brick building in the Loire Valley, introducing new construction techniques to the region during the 15th century.
Location: La Riche
Architectural style: International Gothic
Address: rue du Plessis
GPS coordinates: 47.38278,0.66056
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:40
The Loire Valley features Gothic cathedrals, Renaissance châteaux and medieval squares. From Saint-Gatien Cathedral to Château de Chenonceau, each location displays architectural details: towers, stone walls, decorated facades and geometric gardens. The city of Tours combines half-timbered houses, bridges over the Loire, religious buildings and public squares with century-old trees. Saint-Gatien Cathedral rises with its two towers and stained glass windows from the 13th century in the heart of Tours. Château de Chenonceau spans the Cher River with its galleries and French gardens. Place Plumereau in the historic center is surrounded by medieval houses with wooden beams. The Loire châteaux such as Amboise, Villandry and Azay-le-Rideau offer photographs of white stone facades, towers and terraced gardens. The banks of the Loire reveal sandy beaches, old stone bridges and vineyards stretching along the river.
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