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A building both surprising and steeped in history. Its façade bears an unusual inscription for a place of worship—"République Française"—added around 1881, a sign of its distinctly secular context. Inside, a 20th-century stained-glass window, created by master glassmaker Fournier, depicts the bombing of the Montlouis-sur-Loire bridge in May-June 1944, recalling the trials of World War II.

Departing from Balzac Island, a good option for leaving the city on a paved route and on a clean road. The route continues to Montrichard on a greenway/clean lane/small road.

Véretz and its 5,000 inhabitants constitute a small, quiet town on the banks of the Cher. A few shops enliven its town center. The “Château de Véretz”, rebuilt in the 19th century, dominates the Cher valley at the entrance to the village.

In Larcay, this quiet little corner allows you to enjoy the waters of the Cher. Be careful, swimming is not supervised.

This former place of pasture has become, through urbanization, a vacation spot for Tourangeaux in search of nature. Countless trails crisscross the island, some of which lead to the Loire. These reveal magnificent panoramas of Rochecorbon and its troglodyte houses. A beach as well as numerous picnic tables and playgrounds are available.

Also called Saint-Jean-du-Grais Priory; built from 1163 by Foulque V, Count of Anjou, Tours, Maine and then King of Jerusalem.

Unfortunately, it will probably never be operational again. To do this, two completely dismantled weirs on both sides of the island in the Cher would have to be rebuilt and the Cher must also carry sufficient water.

Montlouis-sur-Loire is a town of almost 11,000 inhabitants. The city is renowned for its AOC (Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée) and its high quality wines. In its village, you will find all the amenities for a snack.