You have a choice between two options
First stop, the outdoor grounds, with a presentation of the carved façades
that combine, in a single glance, the four architectural styles which make
up what was later to be called The Renaissance.
Then inside, through the different rooms of the castle, ensues a detailed
description of the painting collection, the furnishings and the chinaware.
Rates: Adults 6.00€ – school children 4.50€
This tour focuses on the Renaissance way of life.
This visit plunges one into the atmosphere of a 16th century castle
The first stop is identical to the one mentioned in option 1.
Then once inside, it is the daily life of 16th century squires that is recounted
to you, from room to room, by a guide, who himself will be wearing a superb
costume. Here is a life of refinement that increases with the effect of the
“great discoveries” of the time; certain aspects will nevertheless
take aback contemporary visitors.
Rate: Adults 6.00 € - Schoolchildren 4.50€
It includes the same visits as mentioned previously, and is followed by afternoon tea. According to the number of people, the tea can include either a cup of hot chocolate with some broche, ou else, a Normandy-style tea with cinnamon-flavoured rice pudding and cider.
Rate: 12€ per person.
Rate: 4.50 € per child. For further details, please download this additional information (in French) : Brochure pour les scolaires.
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