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 9 and 10 from 10:30am to 6pm

Stone Cutting Workshop
In conjunction with the Year of Louis XI and the theme of architecture highlighted by the Château de Langeais, this workshop offers visitors the chance to discover the craft of stone cutting. The instructor shares his knowledge and know-how and then invites the participants to practice stone cutting themselves.
From Sundays to Thursdays, April 16 to May 8, 2023. Between 11am and 1pm, and between 2:30 and 6pm. Free admission, spaces limited.

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 11 thru May 4: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 11:15am and 4pm

Guided tour
Weekdays : 11am, 2:30pm, 4pm
WE et school vacation : 11am, 2:30pm, 3:45pm, 5pm
(in French) (Length 50 min.)
Easter Weekend, Sunday and Monday, April 9 and 10 : Introduction to the History of the castle
(in French) (Length 20 min.)

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 10 to August 24, Mondays 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. After a short history of chivalry, the children take part in a melee, and then the two most valiant among them compete in a joust (length:30 min) (in French).
From July 12 to August 27, Wednesdays to Sundays at 11am, 2pm, 3:30pm, 5pm

Raising of the drawbridge
Lets you take part in the manoeuvring of one of the last functioning drawbridges.
From July 12 to August 27, Wednesdays to Sundays at 13:15am and 3pm

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 11 thru August 24, Tuesdays to Thursdays at 10:15am and 2:15pm

Christmas of lights
The magic of Christmas enters the castle in a flourish of lights and with magical and amazing staging and scenery highlighted by magnificent vegetal structures. The big Christmas tree takes pride of place in the banquet hall where the lord’s table shines with lights and colours.
From December 2 to January 7.

The Scribe’s Workshop
Visitors discover the world of calligraphy and can create their own personalized greeting card! (in French)
From December 27 to January 5, Tuesdays to Thursdays, from 11am to 1pm and from 2pm to 5pm.

Narrated tour
Tender and amusing, this tour led by an actress draws children into a marvelous tale! For children from 4 to 8 years old (length:45 min) (in French) (reservation required).
From December 26 to 29, at 11:30am, 2:30pm, 3:30pm

Event of the month – Ascension Weekend
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).
Friday and Saturday, May 27 and 28, from 10:30am to 6:30pm

And also…

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).
Sunday and Monday, May 5 and 6 at 11:15am and 4pm

 

Place your bets!
Discover the games of the Middle Ages and play with your family! (in French) (free access within the limits of available seats).
From Sunday 1 to Thursday 5 May, from 11am to 1pm, and from 2:30pm to 6pm

 

Salon des Vins de Bourgueil Wine Fair
The winemakers of Bourgueil set up shop for the day in the castle’s courtyard and let you discover and taste their best wines (in French).
Thursday May 26, from 10:30am to 6pm.  

 

Guided tours
Until May 8 : 11h, 14h30, 15h45, 17h
From May 9 :
Weekdays : 11am, 2:30pm, 4pm
WE : 11am, 2:30pm, 3:45pm, 5pm
(in French) (Lenght 50 min.)

Introduction to the history of the castle
May 27 and 28
(in French) (Length 20 min.)