Castle of Vogüé

Tourist attractions

.Follow in the footsteps of the Marquis of Vogüé and discover the
history of this castle that dominates the Vogüé village, on the banks
of the Ardèche river. Historical rooms and magnificent hanging
gardens. Explore on your own or with a guided tour.

Dominating one of the most beautiful villages of France, the Château of the Marquis of Vogüé is a medieval fortified castle modified in the XVIIth century. Visit of the magnificent hanging garden and its splendid view of the village and the cliffs, the roman chapel (stained glass : Alfred Manessier), the basement and the dungeon, the Assembly Room of the Vivarais (where you can find the painting of les Etats du Languedoc - 1709), the Room of the family of Vogüé, which traces the history of this renowned family of the Vivarais. The castle welcomes living contemporary fine art in all expression : painting, sculpture, engraving, photos, ceramic, glass...
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11 rooms to visit. Parking for campers in the village.

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Guided tours in July-August and all year round for groups by appointment.

Spoken languages

  • English
  • French

Labels and rankings

  • listed
  • 12th C
  • 15th C
  • 17th C

Sort

  • Historic site and monument

Themes

  • Historic patrimony
  • Castle

Opening

From 30/03 to 30/06/2024, daily between 10.30 am and 6 pm.

From 06/07 to 22/09/2024, daily between 10 am and 7 pm.

From 23/09 to 03/11/2024, daily between 10.30 am and 6 pm.

Benefits

Services provided

  • Pets welcome
  • Educational visits
  • Coach access
  • Themed tour
  • Shop
  • Set down on-site for groups
  • Permanent entertainments organiser
  • Tourist brochures
  • Guided tours

Equipment

  • Car park
  • Coach parking
  • Parking
  • Public WC
  • Exhibition space
  • Toilets

Booking

Prices

Reduced price: 5 € Adult: 6.50 € Child: 3 € Group adults: 4.80 to 5.20 €. Free entry for children < 8 years. Group rate available for > 15 people.

Means of payment

  • Check
  • Cash
  • Bank/credit card
  • Travellers Cheque

Capacity

  • Maximum group size: 50
  • Minimum group size : 15

Activities

  • Temporary exhibition
  • Children's entertainment

Access

Environment

  • Village centre
  • Waterside
  • Riverside

Tips

Little discoveries: learn, among other things, the Marquis' favorite dish / Playbook: follow Melchior the rooster in the castle and discover his power.