Castle of Vogüé

The Château de Vogüé, located on the banks of the Ardèche River, 25 km from the Pont d'Arc Cave, overlooks one of the most beautiful villages in France. It is still owned today by one of the great families that have shaped the history of the Vivarais region: the Marquises of Vogüé. The tour will take you on a journey through the history of this building and the Vogüé family, as you explore its interiors, such as the dungeon, the chapel, and the Hall of the States of Vivarais. From the hanging garden—known as the Marquise’s Garden—an enchanting spot, you’ll enjoy a splendid view of the village and the Ardèche mountains. The castle also showcases the visual arts in all their forms of expression: painting, sculpture, printmaking, photography, ceramics, glass, and more. At the end of your visit, be sure to explore our recently restored gift shop! To visit the castle, you can choose from: - Self-guided tours: Daily from April through early November (please note: closed the first week of July). Armed with a visitor map, you’ll wander through the castle’s various floors for about an hour, and a game booklet for children is available at the reception desk to help them explore the castle in a different way! - Historical guided tours: Historical guided tours are held regularly during the castle’s opening hours. Schedules are available on our website: www.chateaudevogue.net For over an hour, the guide will take you on a journey through the castle’s history, its architecture, its historic rooms, the de Vogüé family, and the village (panoramic view from the garden). - Dramatized tours: The Toinette Affair: A 17th-Century Investigation! Suitable for ages 6 and up During the April school break, summer vacation, and holiday weekends During this one-hour tour, you’ll be transported back to the 17th century and immersed in the mystery surrounding Toinette’s death. You’ll experience the investigation in an immersive way while exploring the castle’s history and the real-life figures who lived during that era. Your guide, dressed in period costume, will accompany you throughout this adventure. Reservations: on our website Subject to availability - Little Discoveries: During spring break and in July–August. For 20 minutes, our guides will meet you in the castle and the hanging gardens to introduce you to the history of the site through original and fun activities. - Will you be able to rival the marquis? Come learn how to play piquet, a famous historical card game that was particularly popular in the 17th and 18th centuries. - Hanging gardens? But what exactly are they? Discover the history of the gardens through their scents and across the centuries. - What’s happening in the kitchen? Come learn more about the marquis’s customs, habits, and favorite dishes. - Do you dare enter the dungeons? Come learn more about this must-see spot and the mysterious witch of Vogüé. - Ages 5 to 99 - Included in the admission price Our other activities and events: - Easter egg hunt: During spring break. This fun, modern take on the tradition includes some explanations about the history of Easter. - Castle Wednesdays: In July and August. Concerts, shows, and themed activities are held in the evenings in the castle’s hanging garden. - The Halloween Curse. During the fall school break. Embark on a special Halloween mission at Vogüé Castle! Game booklets are distributed at the reception desk. Feel free to come in costume! A new mystery each year.