Château de Courtanvaux

In the heart of a vast wooded park, the Château de Courtanvaux offers a timeless interlude where history, heritage and nature meet.

The Château de Courtanvaux is an exceptional place where history comes to life. A true jewel of our heritage, it bears witness to the prestigious heritage of the de Montesquiou-Fezensac family, ancestors of the legendary d'Artagnan, and invites visitors to plunge into a past that is as rich as it is captivating.

The grounds, both peaceful and majestic, offer a green setting in which to stroll and relax, with shady paths and remarkable views of the château. Inside, the refined salons, imbued with the elegance of a bygone era, transport visitors to the heart of a fascinating history.

A must-see site in the region, the Château de Courtanvaux will appeal to lovers of authenticity, heritage and historical discoveries.

Free access to the park, except for exceptional closures.

Individuals can visit the interior of the château from 1 May to 30 September, every day except Mondays and days of exceptional closure, and only as part of a guided tour. The castle is not open to the public.

Guided tours depart from the main courtyard at set times:

- In May, Tuesday to Sunday at 2.30pm, 3.30pm and 4.30pm
- In June, Tuesday to Friday at 3.30pm and Saturday and Sunday at 2.30pm, 3.30pm and 4.30pm
- July and August, Tuesday to Sunday at 11am, 2.30pm, 3.30pm and 4.30pm
- In September, Tuesday to Friday at 3.30pm and Saturday and Sunday at 2.30pm, 3.30pm and 4.30pm

Art exhibitions in season (July and August). Numerous events throughout the year.

Contact

1 lieu-dit Courtanvaux
72310 BESSE-SUR-BRAYE
FRANCE
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Practical information

Opening times

Open all year round

Site theme

Castle

Site category

Registered and listed sites

Architectural style of the site

Medieval
Renaissance
19th century

Theme of the park and garden

Park

Access to the free site

Yes

Access map, location

Road (national / local) : 1.5 km
Motorway : 38 km
SNCF train station : 35 km

Spoken language

English
French

Facilities

Picnic area

Services

Shop
Games area

Further information

Groups accepted from 10 to 60 persons
Pets allowed (Acceptés dans le parc tenus en laisse. Seuls les chiens de petites tailles portés tout au long de la visite dans un sac ou un panier adapté sont autorisés à l'intérieur du château.)
Visible point of interest without tour

Rates and payment methods

Prices

Full adult price starting from 7.5€ (18 ans et plus)
Discounted rate starting from 6.5€ (Pass, étudiant jusqu'à 25 ans et personne en situation de handicap (sur présentation d'un justificatif))
Children's price starting from 4€ (7-17 ans)
Free of charge (Moins de 7 ans)
Group price starting from 6.5€ (10 personnes ou plus)
Child group tarif starting from 3.5€ (10 personnes ou plus)

Payment methods

Credit card
Cheques and postal orders

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