Playmobil Exhibition “The Fantastic Adventures of the Middle Ages”

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From February 8 to August 31, 2025

Legendary journeys, bestiaries, myths and medieval novels have formed our imaginary fairytale world of spectacular battles, dragons, unicorns, magic spells and knights in shining armour. In the castle’s attic, open exceptionally for this occasion, lively scenes brimming with vibrant details recount some of the grand, well-known and lesser known tales that will delight the old and young alike, such as that of the fairy Mélusine with her guilty secret; the Alexander Romance and battles with mythical creatures; the Lady of the Lake and the knights of the round table; Saint George slaying the dragon, and other fairies and witches…

Incorporating learning materials suited to a young public, this exhibition lets visitors discover and understand all these stories, thus completing the castle tour in an enchanting manner!

 

Easter Vacation

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An easter egg hunt unlike any other
Solve a puzzle about Foulque Nerra’s mysterious keep to win Easter treasures (in French) (for children from 7 to 12 years old).
Sunday and Monday, April 20 and 21 from 10:30am to 6pm

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In the footsteps of Anne of Brittany
Her Majesty Queen Anne of Brittany leads the children through the castle where she married King Charles VIII. (length:1hr) (in French) (for children from 7 to 12 years old) (reservation required).
From April 8 thru May 1: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 11:15am and 4pm

Guided tour / Introduction to the history of the castle
-Guided tour
From April 1 to 4: 11am, 2:30pm, 4pm
From April 5 : 11am, 2:30pm, 3:45pm, 5pm. Length 50 min.
-Introduction to the history of the castle: April 19, 20 and 21 : 11am, 2:30pm, 3:45pm, 5pm. Length 50 min.

May and June / Ascension and Pentecost Week ends

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“Calligraphy” Workshop
Visitors will discover the art of calligraphy and learn how to write with a reed pen.
For visitors aged 8 and over; no reservation required but places are limited.
From Thursday May 8 to Saturday May 10, from 10:30 am to 1 pm and from 2:30pm to 6pm.

Castle Life – the art of entertainment in the Renaissance
A hunting encampment and archery and crossbow shooting demonstrations, music and dances evoke the recreation and entertainment activities enjoyed at the dawn of the Renaissance (in French).
From May 29 to 3, from 10 :30 am to 6:30pm 

In the shoes of a prince or a princess
Children aged 7 to 12 years can discover the inside-outs of fashion in the Middle Ages thanks to a fun and participatory activity (in French).
Sunday and Monday, June 8 and 9, from 10:30 am to 1pm and from 2:30pm to 6pm.

Guided tour (in French)
Weekdays : 11am, 2:30pm, 4pm
Weekend : 11am, 2:30pm, 3:45pm, 5pm
(length 50 min)

Introduction to the history of the castle
From May 8 to 11 and from May 29 to 31 : 11am, 2:30pm, 3:45pm, 5pm
Length 25 min.

Summer vacation

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As a precaution and for your comfort of visit, we recommend that you arrive at the ticket office 30 minutes before the start of activities.

Falconry show
This show brings back to life the centuries old art of falconry. Following the demonstration, visitors have the chance to talk with the falconer and even meet those fascinating birds (length:30 min) (in French).
From July 13 to August 28, Sundays to Thursdays at 11:30am, 2:30pm, 4:30pm.

The school of knights
Becoming a valiant knight ? It’s possible thanks to this fun and interactive animation. (length:30 min) (in French).
From July 9 to August 29, Wednesdays to Sundays at 11am, 2pm, 3:30pm, 5pm.

Raising of the drawbridge
A humorously staged show that lets you take part in the manoeuvring of one of the last functioning drawbridges. (length:10 min) (in French)
From July 9 to August 29, Wednesdays to Sundays at 12:15am

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In the footsteps of Anne of Brittany
Her Majesty Queen Anne of Brittany leads the children through the castle where she married King Charles VIII. (length:1hr) (in French) (for children from 7 to 12 years old) (reservation required).
From July 15 thru August 21, Tuesdays to Thursdays at 10:15am and 2:15pm

Guided tour from July 1 to 12, and August 25 to 31 : 11am, 2:30pm, 4pm, 5:15pm (Length 50 min.)
Introduction to the history of the castle from July 13 to August 24 : 11am, 12:30pm, 2pm, 3:15pm, 4pm, 5:15pm (Length 25 min.)