Langeais Castle a medieval fortress of history and entertainment

Cross the drawbridge at the Château de Langeais, where the power of the Middle Ages meets the refinement of the Renaissance. Within its walls, steeped in history, you can still hear the echoes of the royal wedding of Anne of Brittany and Charles VIII, while its richly furnished rooms plunge you into the sumptuous life of the great lords. Discover a summer of captivating events in this living fortress, where every stone tells a page of our history and the present dances with the past.

Between drawbridges and majestic towers

Overlooking the town, the austere facade of Louis XI’s castle reveals its defensive character with its towersand its sentry walk over machicolations. The drawn bridge, one of the last still in operation in France, is lowered every morning to welcome visitors in an authentic medieval atmosphere.

Once through the courtyard, the surprise is complete: large windows open generously onto the gardens, already heralding the refinements of the Renaissance. The fifteen richly furnished rooms house an exceptional collection of 15th-century tapestries and furniture, precious witnesses to the day-to-day life of the great lords.

Visite en famille au château de Langeais

Around the Château de Langeais

The park the Château de Langeais

Between cedars several hundred years old and majestic sequoias, the parc du château reveals its treasures on a rocky promontory. Be amazed by the gigantic tree house, perched in an Atlas cedar, which is a delight for young and old adventurers alike.

The walk takes you up to the belvedere, offering spectacular views over the Loire Valley. In the shade of the trees, discover the remains of the old keep built by the Count of Anjou Foulques Nerra, where a medieval scaffold and its meticulously reconstructed lifting gear tell you all about the art of the builders of the year 1000.

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Medieval entertainment and castle life

Go to the Place Pierre de Brosse where the show begins! The school holiday periods transform the castle into a living theatre. A guided tour takes you into the secrets of the fortress of Langeais, while thefalconry show thrills the courtyards. In the chambre de parement, costumed characters tell you all about the daily life of the lords.

The magic works particularly well on Wednesdays, when the Renaissance residence comes alive with workshops for young and old. Discover the fascinating story of Jean Briçonnet and Philippe Auguste, who left their mark on this property of the Institute. The adult full price includes all these animations, which bring to life the interior of the château and the history of Langeais with passion.

In a nutshell about the Château de Langeais

A historic royal wedding

Anne of Brittany and Charles VIII join forces in a meticulously reconstructed setting.

A living medieval fortress

A functional drawbridge, defensive towers and live entertainment take you back to medieval times.

An enchanting park with a view

The panoramic walk, giant hut and remains tell the story of the builders.

The magic of Christmas at the château fort

During the festive season, the château de Langeais is transformed into an enchanting showcase of lights. From twinkling lanterns to delicate garlands, each room reveals a new facet of medieval traditions. The great banqueting hall glistens under the golden lights, while the children’s room plays host to a fairytale world populated by mischievous elves.