Essalois's Castle

Elevation : 566m
Lieu-dit Essalois, 42170 Chambles
  • Family walk to reach the castle (accessible by stroller).
Proudly sited on its rocky outcrop, Essalois Castle is within the area of Loire Gorges natural heritage site. From one of towers or from the courtyard of the castle, there is a magnificient 360 ° panoramic view over the gorges and the plain of Forez. Different footpaths and a local GR path enable you to explore this remarquable area of interest.

Openings

Openings

Monday
11:00 - 12:30
13:00 - 17:30

Tuesday
11:00 - 12:30
13:00 - 17:30

Wednesday
11:00 - 12:30
13:00 - 17:30

Thursday
11:00 - 12:30
13:00 - 17:30

Friday
11:00 - 12:30
13:00 - 17:30

Saturday
11:00 - 12:30
13:00 - 17:30

Sunday
11:00 - 12:30
13:00 - 17:30

Wednesday
11:00 - 12:30
13:00 - 17:30

Saturday
11:00 - 12:30
13:00 - 17:30

Sunday
11:00 - 12:30
13:00 - 17:30

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Tuesday

Wednesday

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Location

Location

Essalois's Castle
Elevation : 566m
Lieu-dit Essalois, 42170 Chambles

Spoken languages

Spoken languages
  • English
  • French
Updated on 02 February 2026 at 12:15
by Office de Tourisme Loire Forez
(Offer identifier : 161353)
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