Vaugirard Castle

Elevation : 396m
1771 chemin de barge, Lieu dit "Vaugirard", RD5, 42600 Champdieu
With its slate roofs topped with pinnacles and its rammed earth structure, the Château de Vaugirard is a beautiful example of the early 17th century classical architecture.
Listed as a historic monument and classed as « remarkable mud brick construction”, the castle is a typical example of the more comfortable style of architecture introduced at the beginning of the 17th century. Take a walk in the castle gardens replanted in an English style in the 19th century, before going inside to discover the well proportioned , harmonious architecture of this castle. Admire the frescoes portraying the Grand Caroussel organised by Louis XIV, unique in France.

Services

Services

Car park

Payment methods

Payment methods

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Openings

Openings

From 1 June 2026 until 30 September 2026

From 1 June 2026 until 30 September 2026
Monday
14:00 - 18:00

Tuesday
14:00 - 18:00

Wednesday
14:00 - 18:00

Thursday
14:00 - 18:00

Friday
Closed

Saturday
Closed

Sunday
14:00 - 18:00

Location

Location

Vaugirard Castle
Elevation : 396m
1771 chemin de barge, Lieu dit "Vaugirard", RD5, 42600 Champdieu

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Spoken languages
  • German
  • English
  • French
Updated on 06 November 2025 at 17:11
by Office de Tourisme Loire Forez
(Offer identifier : 127117)
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