The Roure Castle

Tourist attractions

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Embark on a journey of total immersion to discover the castle's 600 years of history. Delve into the heart of the Middle Ages, discover the world's largest trebuchet and the fascinating history of silkworm breeding. Medieval entertainment and shows.

The visit of this castle-museum is an interesting insight into the time of the suppressions of the protestants in the area. Once a stronghold on the ancient Pont d’Arc Road, this 15th century castle and former silkworm farm, held a key position in the Vivarais religious wars until the Camisards Rebellion. It was here that the Duke of Rohan was given shelter in 1628 by the owner of the castle, the Earl of Roure, a staunch Huguenot. See the antique tools and equipment once used in silkworm breeding. Watch the complete life cycle of silkworms from eggs to moths. Cocoons, live worms feeding on fresh mulberry leaves and hatching before your very eyes! Walk up to the ramparts and enjoy stunning panoramic views of the Cévennes Mountains. And last but not least, push open the creaky dungeon door, and let the resident ghost give you a jolly good fright! Take a pleasant jaunt around the estate. Mulberry-tree plantation at the foot of the castle. Silk workshop museum: Life-size dummies of a Huguenot family dressed in the period costumes. Activate the antique looms yourself and watch each step from silk thread to fabric. Video on the working of silk, filmed in French spinning mills that are still operational today.
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The silk processing workshop is also open to the public. Thrilling encounter with resident ghost! Audio-guided visits in French, English, German and Dutch.

Spoken languages

  • Dutch
  • German
  • English
  • French

Labels and rankings

  • Famille Plus
  • "Accueil Vélo" : Cyclists Welcome label
  • Renaissance
  • 15th C
  • Classified

Sort

  • Historic site and monument

Themes

  • Industrial site
  • Historic patrimony
  • Castle
  • Fortified castle
  • Medieval town

Opening

From 02/04 to 03/04/2026 on Thursday and Friday between 1 pm and 6 pm. Closed .

From 04/04 to 03/05/2026 daily between 11 am and 7 pm.

From 04/05 to 30/06/2026 on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and weekends between 1 pm and 6 pm. Closed on Wednesday.

From 01/07 to 31/08/2026 daily between 9.15 am and 7.30 pm.

From 01/09 to 30/09/2026 on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and weekends between 11 am and 5 pm. Closed on Wednesday.

From 17/10 to 01/11/2026 daily between 11 am and 5.30 pm.

Benefits

Services provided

  • Pets welcome
  • Educational visits
  • Coach access
  • Motorhomes allowed
  • Themed tour
  • Shop
  • Wi-fi
  • Tourist brochures
  • Tourist information
  • Booking of general amenities
  • Restaurant
  • Guided tours
  • Fast food
  • Leisure Center

Equipment

  • Restaurant
  • Private parking
  • Coach parking
  • Parking nearby
  • Meeting room
  • Covered picnic area
  • Car park
  • Public WC
  • Picnic area
  • Exhibition space
  • Entertainments room
  • Toilets

Prices

From 01/04 to 02/11/2025 Adult: 16.50 € Child (4-14 years): 11.50 € Student: 15.50 € Large family: 65 €. From 02/04 to 01/11/2026. Free entry for children under 4, the drivers. Group rate available for 15 people or more.

Means of payment

  • Check
  • Cash
  • Bank/credit card
  • American Express
  • Travellers Cheque
  • Online payment
  • Credit transfer

Capacity

  • Maximum group size: 30
  • Minimum group size : 15

Activities

  • Product tasting
  • Handicrafts workshops
  • Botanic trail
  • Shows
  • Activity
  • Children's entertainment

Access

Environment

  • Close to GR footpath
  • In the country
  • River 5 km away
  • Village centre
  • Village 2 km away

Tips

Visit the castle, see the world's largest trebuchet. Blacksmithing demonstration, trebuchet candy shooting, encounter with the ghost of the oubliettes.