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Centre-Val de Loire

Tours Castle – The Loire loop from Tours

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France

Centre-Val de Loire

Tours Castle – The Loire loop from Tours

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724

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Tours Castle – The Loire loop from Tours

01:02

9.69km

40m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 26, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Natura 2000 de la Loire de Candes Saint Martin à Mosnes

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758 m

Le Cèdre du Liban

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The Cedar of Lebanon

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The Cathedral of Saint-Gatien in Tours is one of the most remarkable buildings in the city. It was erected between 1170 and 1547 and classified as a historical monument in 1862.

Thanks to its very slow construction, the cathedral displays a very complete set of religious architecture: there are elements of the Romanesque style, others of the radiant and flamboyant Gothic style, and still others of the Renaissance style.

It is an essential stopover for pilgrims who take the paths of via Turonensis to get to Santiago de Compostela.

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Tours Castle

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Medieval castle of the 11th century, the castle of Tours is one of the forgotten buildings of the great constructions which border the Loire. Destroyed during the 18th century, it was in fact only partially rebuilt to serve as barracks.

Today, the castle houses multiple exhibitions, open throughout the year. Lovers of painting, sculpture, engraving, drawing, photography or video, do not hesitate to schedule a visit!

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1.57 km

Saint-Symphorien Footbridge (Pont de Fil)

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The Saint-Symphorien footbridge (called “Pont de fil” among the Tourangeaux) is a pedestrian and cycle footbridge. It was built from 1845 to 1847 by the Seguin brothers, on the remains of the city's old medieval bridge. At night, the blue neon lights that light up the footbridge give it very modern hues.

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1.57 km