Le Château de Tiffauges

Relive the history of the largest medieval fortress in the West at Tiffauges in the Vendée Valley, 20 minutes from the Puy du Fou and 25 minutes from the Clisson Valley.

Situated on the borders of the ancient provinces of Anjou, Brittany and Poitou, the Château de Tiffauges fascinates visitors with its imposing remains and its conservatory of medieval war machines, the only one of its kind in Europe. This former home of Gilles de Rais, Marshal of France and comrade-in-arms to Joan of Arc, is full of secrets and inspired the legend of a certain Bluebeard...

Set off on an assault on the Château de Tiffauges and plunge into the heart of medieval adventure. Catapulted back into history, come and enjoy a day of shows and entertainment.

The Château de Tiffauges is :

Daily entertainment on :

- The history of the castle
- The art of war
- Daily life at the time of the knights
- Live firing of war machines in action,
- Exceptional 3D films, combining history and legend,
- A training camp with ancient games,
- Guided tours and family visits.


Nocturnes in July and August

Agenda 2025 :

Heritage Day: 20 and 21 September
Tiffauges Medieval Festival: 27 and 28 September
Dive into the heart of the Middle Ages and come and experience a great historical fresco at the Château de Tiffauges!

Christmas market at Château de Tiffauges: 5, 6, 7 December and 12, 13 and 14 December

Accessible to people with reduced mobility.