A few kilometers south of Blois, we invite you to visit the Château de Cheverny, one of the most beautiful castles in the Loire!
Located in the heart of Loir-et-Cher, Cheverny Castle is a must-see castles of the Loire . Known for having inspired Hergé in the creation of the Château de Moulinsart in its famous BD Tintin , it is above all the example of a period architecture and a decoration reflecting the art of living in French. Between the castle, the gardens, the kennel or the Tintin exhibition, you will not have too much of a day to visit this magnificent domain.
History of Cheverny Castle
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The Domaine de Cheverny belongs to the same family since the 14th century. At the heart of a troubled period, Jean Hurault, a bourgeois from Blois, buys the land. In its lineage, the following generations built a first fortress. The Huraults were at the service of several kings of France. After financial difficulties, the property is sold to Diane de Poitiers, the favourite of King Henri II.
Henri Hurault bought the whole a few decades later. He built the current castle between 1624 and 1630 by architect Jacques Bougier, dit Boyer de Blois. The main material used is the Bourré stone, a material from Loir-et-Cher. It bleached and hardened by aging, which gives its clear color to the castle. The decoration was completed around 1650. It is still considered today as one of the most beautiful of all the castles of the Loire. In 1922, the castle was the first to be opened to the public. Today, it is the Marquis Charles-Antoine de Vibraye and his wife Constance who have the responsibility to preserve and make the castle live.
What to see and do at Cheverny Castle?
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Visit the interior of the Castle
Visit Cheverny Castle is the opportunity to discover one of the most beautiful castles in the Loire. On site, the activities are varied and numerous. On the first floor of the castle you will discover a representative furniture of the art of living in French. You will pass from the birth room to the red boudoir, passing through the groom and the small living room. The weapons room presents an impressive collection that will delight both small and large. You will enjoy it to discover the magnificent tapestries of the Gobelins dating from the 17th century. Another example of remarkable pieces of furniture is a Louis XIV Boulle style dresser or a baldaquin bed decorated with Persian embroidery that welcomed Henri IV during his visit to the castle.
The Château de Cheverny and Tintin
When you go visit Cheverny Castle , don’t miss the permanent exhibition on Tintin “The secrets of Moulinsart”. The exhibition takes you into the world of the small reporter over 700 square meters. This collection was created in 2001. It has been established in forage cranes and includes drawings in trumpet-eye. Why Tintin? Because Cheverny inspired Hergé in his imagination of the Château de Moulinsart, remains not less famous Captain Haddock.
Visit the gardens of Cheverny Castle
The many gardens are the occasion of a beautiful walk. Let’s think of the Apprentice Garden, the Garden of Love or the Bouquetier Garden. Everyone has their own identity. You will have the choice: walk in the park or take part in a guided tour of cars and electric boats.
How to go to Cheverny Castle?
You can visit Cheverny Castle in the Loir-et-Cher, only two hours from Paris. It is accessible by train and by car.
Visit the Cheverny Castle by train
Station stop Blois-Chambord
From Paris, the route is from the Gare d’Austerlitz. Once you arrive in Blois train station, a shuttle service to the castles of the region is set up. You can access Chambord , Chenonceau , Cheverny, Villesavin and Beauregard. The rate is 3 euros for each journey in the shuttle. A taxi service offers the route for 25 euros.
Vendôme-TGV station stop
From Paris, the journey takes 42 minutes from Montparnasse Train Station. TGV Station is 30 km from Blois. You'll have to take a taxi to Blois or Cheverny Castle directly.
Visit Cheverny Castle by car
From Paris or Tours
Highway A10, exit 17 towards Blois, then D956 and D765 towards Romorantin-Lanthenay to Cheverny.
From Bourges
Highway A71 then A85, exit 14 towards Romorantin-Lanthenay then D765 until Cheverny
Schedules and rates of the Cheverny Castle
Schedule
The castle closes its doors 30 minutes after the close of the ticket office.
For Fall 2019, the schedules are changed:
The first 3 weekends of October, October 27 to November 2 and November 9 and 10: opening from 9:15 to 6:30. From 21 to 26 October: from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Rates
Visit of the Castle and the gardens
- Adult: 16,50 €
- Reduced price (numbered family, child 7-14, student under 25, unemployed): 13 €
- Child under 7 years old: free
- Disability: free
Visit of the Castle and gardens + Boat ride and electric cars
- Reduced price (numbered family, child 7-14, student under 25, unemployed): 13,50 €
- Child under 7 years old : 4 €
- Disability: free
Guided tour: 9h30 from April to September and 14h15 from October to March, additional € 4.50. Contact the castle or visit their website to find out which days are organized guided tours. Reduced rates are also available to groups from 20 people.
Where to stay around Cheverny?
There are many hotels around the Château de Cheverny. Our partner offers you a selection of the best hotels in the area .
Good to know.
- The Castle is heated in winter.
- The monument has free parking.
- The "dog soup" takes place every day at 11:30 a.m., except Tuesdays, Saturdays, Sundays and holidays from September 15 to March 31. A hundred dogs are welcomed by the Château de Cheverny, their meal is a great moment of your visit. To allow you to plan your visit, for example, visit times are as follows:
- Castle visit: 1h30 to 1h45
- Castle at the pace: 30 minutes
- Castle + exhibition : 2h15 to 2h30
- Castle + boats and electric cars : 2h30 to 2h45
- Castle + exhibition + boats and electric cars : 3h to 4h
Is it mandatory to have a guide to visit Cheverny?
Visits are free for individual people, a leaflet will be given to you at the entrance. For groups (from 20 people), a reservation is required.
Are the animals allowed to Cheverny?
Pets are not allowed in the grounds of the park and the castle.
Is it possible to visit Cheverny Castle with a stroller?
The strollers are kept at the entrance of the castle during the visit, but can circulate in the exhibition and gardens.
What accessibility for people with reduced mobility?
An outside perron limits access to the castle inside for people with disabilities. A lift allows access to the exhibition Les secrets de Moulinsart.
I am a teacher and I wish to organize a visit to Cheverny Castle
School groups and aerated centres are welcome to the castle, a pedagogical file is available for download to prepare the visit. Preferential rates are provided.
Are there preferential rates for residents of Loir-et-Cher?
For the inhabitants of Loir-et-Cher, a "Privilège" card allows visit the Château de Cheverny and the exhibition unlimitedly for a rate of € 50 per year.
Is it possible to pay his visit to Cheverny by bank card or by vacation check?
The ticket office accepts cash, bank card, bank cheque, holiday check and Clarc cheque.
Is it possible to eat on site at the Château de Cheverny?
To eat, the Orangerie coffee offers hot and cold dishes, as well as drinks. Gluten-free and vegan options are also included in the menu. Picnic areas are available in the castle park. A plaid loan service and picnic basket making will allow you to restore yourself to the lawn of the castle gardens.
I'd like to sleep in the Château de Cheverny. Is that possible?
If you want to stay on site and live the real castle life, suites have been arranged in outbuildings. They offer a view of the monument in a luxurious setting, and unlimited access to the estate and exhibitions during your stay.
How to organize an event in Cheverny?
For conferences and seminars, 4 spaces are available for rent: the Orangerie, the Haddoque Knight Hall, the trophy room and the castle dining room.
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