Enjoy a stroll around between Loches and Beaulieu in a protected natural environment. The Prairies du Roy protect fauna and flora typically found in wetlands. Enjoy the contemporary art trail "Les Beaux Lieux" along the way.
Greylag geese, pintails, black terns... no less than 150 species of sedentary and migratory birds may be watching you, some of which are rare! The Louroux lake is a ‘Special area of conservation’ covering fifty-five hectares. This treasure of biodiversity is further enhanced by an ornithological observatory hide and an interpretive trail.
Get on your bike and ride off along South Touraine's peaceful roads following waymarked trails or go for a nature stroll in the countryside. Hiking and biking trails in Touraine are available from the Tourist Offices and are downloadable via this site.
The leisure site at Chemillé-sur-Indrois offers a wide array of outdoor activities for all the family: strolls, swimming, canoeing, fishing, etc. And, Clic’Lac Adventure Park in the middle of the forest offers an exhilarating treetop adventure trail with giant zip lines, trampolines and much more.
For a fun filled family day out stroll through Tours-Preuilly Forest, collecting pine cones with the children, playing hide-and-seek behind trees and exploring the mazes.
Follow the 4-kilometre interpretative trail through the heart of troglodyte dwellings. 12 information panels help the visitor to understand the history of the Coteaux, its habitat, fauna and flora.
3,600 hectares in which to soak up the chlorophyll and live the forest experience. The rustling of leaves, both in the air and on the ground, will accompany your stroll through this beautiful green kingdom. You will be dazzled by the majesty of the scenery, your senses overwhelmed by fresh air, and your mind soothed by the relaxing walk. The wide woodland paths of the National Forest of Loches can be discovered by bike or on foot at your own pace.
Loches-Verneuil golf club, just 10 minutes from Loches, boasts a 9-hole course. Lessons are available for everyone from the age of 5.
Head off for a canoe trip on the the Creuse or the Indre rivers. As you paddle you will be lulled by the lapping of the water and birdsong. The itineraries are open to all, perfect for enjoying time out in unspoilt natural surroundings.
In the first village in France to be awarded ‘Remarkable garden’ status, the pavements and streets overflow with scents and colours. With over 1,000 rose bushes, 2,000 bulbs, a hundred or so shrubs, thousands of perennials, a parish garden and so much more, all of your senses will be stimulated during a bucolic, botanical world tour that is jet lag and carbon free!
