Castles

The history of the castles of the Pays Loudunais has come out of the books and into your hands. It’s a history that can be experienced and visited. The Pays Loudunais, between Poitou, Anjou and Touraine, proudly displays its castles as witnesses to a living past. Dungeons, ramparts, perched towers … these stone silhouettes recall the great hours of local history…

It’s the perfect way to stroll around, dream a little and, above all, touch the walls that have seen it all. What’s more, each one has its own special appeal. Some reveal their secrets through immersive tours, while others prefer the quiet charm of a stroll through their gardens or along their moats. Each has its own way of telling the story, sometimes grandiose, sometimes intimate, but always sincere.

A tour of the region takes you effortlessly from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance, from austere fortresses to elegant dwellings . Behind every door hides a surprising detail: a forgotten fresco , a vaulted cellar, a spiral staircase that leads to beautiful stories. Here, princes and princesses make way for the curious, families, lovers of old stones and beautiful walks.

And because in the Pays Loudunais we like to combine culture and pleasure, we often end the visit with a glass of local wine or a gourmet break a stone’s throw from the châteaux. That’s the magic that puts you in PL’S: a surprising, accessible and vibrant heritage.

So, are you ready to push open the door? Behind the stones, there are centuries of stories to explore…