Diane de Poitiers Garden — Attraction in Loches

This magnificent garden was commissioned by the Chancellery, which was the residence of Catherine de Medici's Intendant. Two perpendicular paths and two others running diagonally delineate eight large triangles of lawn decorated with delicate santolina scrolls. The original fountain has been restored to its center, as it was in the time of Diane de Poitiers.

The raised terraces, which protect the garden from the flooding of the Cher River, are adorned with basins and offer a view of shrubs, yews, spindle trees, boxwoods, and oleanders, which punctuate the design of the flowerbeds. More than a hundred standard hibiscuses bloom here in summer. Between these shrubs, flowerbeds emphasize the rigorous geometry of this garden.

All around, climbing Iceberg roses adorn the walls supporting the terraces.

More imposing than the Catherine de Medici garden, it allows you to discover the eastern facade...

This is a beautiful, well maintained, sectioned garden with lovely landscaping and views of the chateau. Very much enjoyed walking the garden grounds, including the stretch up against the river where you can see boats approaching...

J'y étais allé plusieurs fois et là je suis ébahi. Le jardinier a transformé ce jardin mal tenu en un rêve de couleurs.

Belles allées ponctuée avec élégance d'arbres fleuris. Allée le long du Cher pour la carte postale incontournable de Chenonceau au dessus de la rivière. Vous apprécierez l'élégance et le bon goût de ce travail. Pas de surcharge, pas de mauvais goût. Pétunia entre les buis. Dalhia autour de la fontaine centrale. Diane de Poitiers doit être fort heureuse...