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Loches walks
Historical heritage and sensitive natural area of Loches
Visorando Member
4.75 mi
+148 ft
-148 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Loches (Indre-et-Loire)
This walk offers a rich and varied overview of the significant historical heritage of Loches and Beaulieu-Lès-Loches, while also providing the opportunity to cross a sensitive natural area (classified as Natura 2000).
Heritage walk in Loches
2.49 mi
+108 ft
-98 ft
1h 15
Easy
Departure from Loches (Indre-et-Loire)
In the 15th century, the fortress of Loche symbolised royal power. On the other side of the Indre, the imposing abbey of Beaulieu-lès-Loche reigned over the souls of the people. While the course of the Indre remains peaceful, time has preserved only the magnificent buildings from this era, which you can discover as you walk along the route suggested here.
The Path of the Spirit from Beaulieu-lès-Loches
Local authority
6.96 mi
+207 ft
-177 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Beaulieu-lès-Loches (Indre-et-Loire)
From the monastic city of Beaulieu-lès-Loches, discover little-known paths that offer unique views of the bell towers of Beaulieu and the royal city of Loches. You will walk along paths carved into the rock, across the plateau through fields, and make a detour into the forest of Loches to see the Étangs de Ferrière.
In the national forest via the Étang de Ferrière from Ferrière-sur-Beaulieu
6.17 mi
+141 ft
-154 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Ferrière-sur-Beaulieu (Indre-et-Loire)
After a quick tour of the village of Ferrière-sur-Beaulieu, with its old priory, you will set off on an excursion that takes place almost exclusively in the forest. And what a forest! The Loches National Forest, a former royal forest and favourite playground of the kings of France when they stayed in Loches. Sometimes on the wide avenues ofthe 19th century, sometimes on small paths, you will discover hidden sites in the middle of the woods, notably the Étang de Ferrière.
On the Indre hillside from Perrusson
9.71 mi
+312 ft
-312 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Perrusson (Indre-et-Loire)
From the village of Perrusson, you will set off on a circuit along the eastern side of the Indre valley. The green meadows along the river will give way to fields and woods, dotted with hamlets and villages where life is good. Keep your eyes peeled, as the narrow streets and valleys sometimes hide some lovely surprises...
In the Perrusson countryside
7.72 mi
+269 ft
-269 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Perrusson (Indre-et-Loire)
On this route, after a section exploring the heritage of the market town of Perrusson, you'll head off to explore the countryside. Woods, fields, open countryside, geological curiosities and finally wet meadows - this is a programme that should please walkers looking for a variety of atmospheres.
The two villages circuit from Saint-Jean-St-Germain
6.75 mi
+194 ft
-194 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Jean-Saint-Germain (Indre-et-Loire)
Set off to explore the villages of Saint-Jean and Saint-Germain, separated by the Indre but united by an ordinance since 1834 to form Saint-Jean-Saint-Germain. You will discover a varied heritage, marked by the history of the area, but also by the river, and you will pass from the valley to agricultural areas dotted with hamlets and farms.
The Indre Valley from Chambourg-sur-Indre
8.05 mi
+141 ft
-141 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Chambourg-sur-Indre (Indre-et-Loire)
Starting from the village of Chambourg-sur-Indre, you will set off on a walk through the Indre valley. On sandy paths, you will follow the river through meadows and poplar groves, then criss-cross the woods that stretch between the Indre and Indrois valleys. Under the trees, with your feet on the sand and your eyes on the water... discover the Chambourg countryside!
Le Gué du Grain
5.47 mi
+138 ft
-135 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Chambourg-sur-Indre (Indre-et-Loire)
In the heart of a vast wooded area in the countryside of Chambourg-sur-Indre, you can set off on a 100% nature walk, mainly in the shade of the trees. A few steps across fields and through the hamlets of Chambourg will take you into the woods, where you may have the chance to spot a deer or other forest dwellers.
The Loches National Forest from Sennevières
7.90 mi
+174 ft
-174 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Sennevières (Indre-et-Loire)
Discover the small village of Sennevières, nestled in a valley at the edge of the Loches National Forest. A short walk through the Touraine countryside will take you to the former royal forest with its wide forest paths. You can stroll under the canopy of trees, in the shade of hundred-year-old oaks...
Roses and mills from Saint-Quentin-sur-Indrois
10.98 mi
+505 ft
-505 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Quentin-sur-Indrois (Indre-et-Loire)
Starting from Saint-Quentin-sur-Indrois, you can choose between two different loops. The first, towards Chédigny, will take you through the rolling countryside to discover the 1,000 rose bushes in this village, which has been awarded the Jardin Remarquable label. The other loop will allow you to discover the Indrois, its meanders, its mills and hidden monuments. But as the choice is difficult, you can also choose to do both loops since they are connected to form a single one!
Fields and wind turbine circuit from Dolus-le-Sec
9.21 mi
+66 ft
-66 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Dolus-le-Sec (Indre-et-Loire)
From the quiet village of Dolus-le-Sec, dotted with charming heritage sites, you set off on a walk through fields on a vast agricultural plateau. Follow the paths and let the wind guide you to the wind turbine, the symbol of the commune.
The rose bushes of the Indrois
9.64 mi
+344 ft
-341 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Azay-sur-Indre (Indre-et-Loire)
In the Lochois region, Chédigny, the "Village of Roses", is the only village to be classified as a "Remarkable Garden". I invite you to discover it from Azay-sur-Indre, a small historic village located at the confluence of the Indre and Indrois rivers. The route passes through varied landscapes: woods, meadows and fields, floodplains, marshy areas and riverbanks.
Le Chêne Girault from Saint-Hippolyte
5.23 mi
+367 ft
-367 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Saint-Hippolyte (Indre-et-Loire) (Indre-et-Loire)
Leaving Saint-Hippolyte, you set off on a short loop through the countryside. After a short stretch beside the Indre, you'll wind your way through the fields to discover a number of hamlets, as well as the woods overlooking the village.
On the lands of the Marquis de La Fayette
9.69 mi
+299 ft
-282 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Reignac-sur-Indre (Indre-et-Loire)
In addition to three beautiful castles, two of which belonged to the Marquis de La Fayette, you will discover a ghost farm, a very old oak tree, a few mills, rocky outcrops, rivers, streams, a spring, a pond and a canal.
From Reignac-sur-Indre to Coursay (Kayaking in Indre-et-Loire)
3.37 mi
+10 ft
-16 ft
2 hrs
Easy
Departure from Reignac-sur-Indre (Indre-et-Loire)
Here is the first part of a kayak/canoe trip between Reignac-sur-Indre and Veigné, in Indre-et-Loire. Paddling on the Indre is quite different from paddling on the Loire. It is a calmer river, its flora and fauna are more diverse and the space is more confined... Along this route, we’ll come across magnificent mansions, mills and small private estates.
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