The private Cénevières Castle in the Lot Valley
Located in the Midi-Pyrénées region (Lot department), next to Saint-Cirq-Lapopie, one of the most beautiful villages in France, the Cénevières castle overlooks the Lot Valley (above 90m)! This private castle was built between the thirteenth and sixteenth century...
Life at Salvert Castle… after a fire – Interview!
Salvert Castle is located in the Loire Valley. This castle has been partially destroyed by a fire in March 2016. Interview of its owners, Michel and Monica Le Pelletier de Glatigny. What is the link between your family and Salvert Castle? Salvert Castle is a private...
The revival of a masterchief: Vaux castle – interview of the owner
Near Troyes, a masterpiece of the eighteenth century is being revived thanks to the boundless energy and passion of its young owner. We had the pleasure to meet him and to visit the castle of Vaux! At 3 hours from Luxembourg, 2 hours from Paris, 30 minutes from...
What does the “Castle life” look like at la Mazure Castle? Interview of the owner
Hello Thibault, could you introduce yourself in a few words ? My name is Thibault le Marié. I take over the Château de la Mazure located in Mayenne (France). Landscaper by training, I am now the director of a training organization. It is this activity that allows us...
What does the “Castle life” look like at Gardères Castle? Interview of the owner
Acquired by Mr. David Alexandre Liagre in 2000, Gardères castle was a ruin. During these last years, the castle owner has restored the interior of the castle, he has decorated it in the pure 18th century style and has arranged the French style landscaped gardens which...
What are the new castles openings in 2016? Part 2
Here is the second part of our selection regarding castles that are newly opened to the public (or new rooms of castles). Discover the first part of our selection here. Gaillard Amboise Castle (Indre-et-Loire, France) Residence of several kings of France, first area...
What does the “Castle life” look like at Lassay Castle? Interview of the owner
Cecilia de Montalembert, who lives at Lassay Castle (between in Mayenne, Brittany and Normandy), has kindly accepted to answers to our questions. Discover her interview. What is the link between your family and Lassay Castle? My husband has always lived in the privacy...
How to find a castle where to stay and spend amazing holidays?
Just ahead of holiday or a weekend, we want to find places to visit, places to stay, activities to make in order to spend a memorable vacation time! And if this year you rent a castle for a few nights? Or would you rather spend a weekend? More and more castles owners...
Which castles are open to the public from 2016? Part 1
Each year, an important decision must be made: shall we open the castle to the public for the coming year? Many factors must be taken into account (the benefits, costs, regulations, profitability, renovation ...). Choosing to open the castle to the public is a good...
Let’s visit the Palace of Versailles without going to Versailles
Versailles is one of the most famous castles in the world! Its greatness, splendor, history, sculptures, architecture, countless gardens, ceilings, mirrors, history make it an exceptional castle! This castle welcomes millions of visitors every year. Millions of people...
Discover castles of the 7th art!
Whether in films or series, in France or elsewhere, many castles were chosen as film locations. These sumptuous locations do fantasize more than a fan of the 7th art and are privileged places for historical reconstructions or family stories. Moreover, it is a source...
Should castles access be free during the (European) Heritage Days?
Heritage Days allow to make available the cultural heritage to the greatest number of people. Admission charges are generally less expensive or even free and this is a unique opportunity to discover places that are usually closed to the public. These places are either...