Castles in France

The Royal Palace of Blois is a great place to start a tour offering an expansive view of the art and history of Chateaux of the Loire. This residence of 7 Kings and 10 Queens of France, shows the power and the day-to-day life of a Renaissance Court. See the royal apartments furnished and decora...

2,000 years of history and architecture. 40 km to the north of Paris, the royal town of Senlis retains exceptional architectural heritage in its ramparts: franco-roman walls, royal palace remains, Notre-Dame cathedral, gothic cellars, Saint-Vincent abbey, medieval fortifications and alleyways... ...

The chateau of Parentignat, named “the little Versailles of Auvergne” by Henri Pourrat is a must-see for enthusiasts of art and culture. Saved during the revolution, today it houses one of the most important private collections of paintings by the Grand Masters of France from the 17th and 18th Ce...

This 15th Century Fortress, reflects in the waters of Bort-Les-Orgues lake. Val is one of the best preserved and most remarkable castles in the Haute-Auvergne. Furnished state rooms, fine exhibitions of the works of great artists and a stunning panoramic view. Guided tour with video. Groups by ...

Curemonte, one of the Prettiest Villages in France. Medieval village with 3 castles, 3 churches, 1 religious museum, 3 fountains, late 18th Century hall, noble houses. Remarkable heritage in an exceptional location. Contemporary art exhibitions, concerts, shows. Guided tours: daily from 14th Jul...

Sitting in the heart of the regional Brenne natural park, the Naillac Castle, former feudal residence, has dominated the town du Blanc since the 12th century. Within its walls the Brenne eco-museum takes you on a journey through the ages with its permanent exhibition “People, one country, one his...

A tour of the castle and its gardens, designed by Le Nôtre, is complemented by the staging of the fairytale of Sleeping Beauty and by a beautiful exhibition of costumes. Visit the rooms decorated with tapestry, paintings, a collection of Louis 18th costumes, the unusual route through the attics,...

Villandry is the last of the great Renaissance castles, lying at the centre of six terraced gardens. These, spread over 4 levels, combine diversity and harmony with aesthetics: a walk through decorative vases, ornamental rooms (topiary of musical symbols, hearts...), water garden, hedge maze, ki...

Listed as an Historic Monument, the largest fortified castle in Europe recounts its history via the Historium, where visitors learn of the day to day life and military architecture of the Middle Ages. Different scenes portray the life of princes, soldiers and servants within the community. 2011 A...

Discover the home where Leonardo da Vinci spent the last three years of his life painting and inventing (40 amazing inventions on show). A fun, interactive game to follow through the garden. 3 restaurant areas – Renaissance meals available. Open throughout the year (except 25/12 and 01/01). Conta...

The Castle of la Groulaie was one of the most important medieval fortresses of Brittany. The listed 14th and 16th century communal area houses a museum print workshop, seasonal art exhibitions and remarkable historic reconstructions like the medieval archery tournament. Groups welcomes all year r...

Built in 1430 by Louis d'Anjony (compatriot of Joan of Arc), this is a typical small 15th century mountain fortress. Extended in the 18th century, this home has richly decorated interiors and furnishings from many eras. Open to visit 15th Feb to 11th Nov daily in the afternoons. Groups by appoint...

At the heart of the Mâcon area: pretty villages, restaurants, caves, castles and souvenirs of Lamartin. Chapel with 12th century frescoes: 1st Crusade, Cluny and its Abbey, Byzantine art. Open daily from last Sat in March to 2nd Nov. Price p/p: 3 €. Group rate: 2 € p/p and 30 € per group for a gu...

The chateaux of Grignan, Suze-la-Rousse and Adhémar in Montélimar belong to the Drôme Region and are managed by a public body 'les Châteaux de la Drôme'. These listed monuments attract a large audience of history, architecture and heritage enthusiasts. Open to visitors all year round, for guided ...

At the heart of the Seine valley, hidden behind foliage, Bizy invites you to discover the majesty of its main courtyard and park dotted with fountains (being restored): lion fountains, water staircase, pools with water horses and dolphins... built in 1741 by Contant d'Ivry for the Duke de Belle-I...

This 15th century Medieval fortress, restored in 19th century by the Count César III de Pontgibaud, has a dungeon and 6 towers. Furnished and inhabited by his descendants. Listed 16th century kitchen garden. Also, the museum of Silver Mines in the parish of Pontgibaud. Closest Château to Vulcania...

Constructed on a Franco roman site overlooking a listed medieval village, the château de Sagonne with its enormous dungeon holds memories from 12th, 14th and 17th centuries - Jules Hardouin-Mansart, the famous architect of Versailles, Sancerre, Gabrielle Destrées, frescoes, portraits, tapestries,...

Hautefort is unique in this region of 1,001 chateaux. A rare example of classic Périgord architecture, the chateau is tastefully furnished and decorated following 17th and 18th century fashions. French landscaped gardens and English landscaped park. Theatrical evening tours every Wed in July and...

The chateau stands on a square site with ditches on three sides retaining its 16th and 17th century fortifications. It is tied to the ancient manor of Tenay and has a barn covered by the upturned hull of a ship. Visit the ancient bakers shop and the guard room or the late 19th century exhibition ...

”See chateau life across the centuries...” Forest parkland, French landscaped garden, kitchen garden, crenellated retaining wall, moat, courtyard, listed as 15th and 17th century Historic Monument, Bienassis is the real thing with its furnished ground floor: salon, guard room, kitchen, dining roo...