Castle Tour
Fontariol Castle – Cultural Visits The work carried out by the Pince family is based on a documentary and historical approach, restoring Fontariol to its original architectural features. It highlights the historical evolution of the fortified house and its outbuildings up to the 18th century.…
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Fontariol Castle
Le Theil
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Fontariol Castle – Cultural Visits
Audio guides: An audio-guided tour (30 minutes) is available on smartphones. A dedicated app can be downloaded from Google Play or the Apple Store by following the instructions displayed at the main entrance of the monument. Accessibility: Visiting the castle is difficult for people with reduced mobility due to the lack of an elevator. However, part of the gardens is wheelchair accessible, and the tour can be adapted upon request. Strollers: Strollers are only permitted outside the buildings. Parking: Parking is free, and spaces are available around the castle. Bicycles can be parked inside the courtyard. Pets: Pets are not allowed on the site, with the exception of guide dogs for the blind. Restrooms: Restrooms are available for visitors in the East Service Building. The castle is open to visitors every day from July 1st to August 30th and for Heritage Days on September 21st and 22nd, 2024. Audio-guided tours only: 12 pm to 6 pm (free). Last entry for tours is at 5:15 pm. The interior is not open to the public outside of Heritage Days.
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Fontariol Castle
Le Theil This 15th-century castle offers a unique experience by retracing life in bygone eras through commentary that explains the customs of the past: grooming, clothing, table manners, sexuality, cooking, and the use of weapons. Rare objects illustrate these points (weapons, Renaissance forks, traditional clothing, cookware, etc.). Often medieval expressions ("aller à plume," François Villon) and "faire la tostée" transport visitors to an unfamiliar world or explain certain behaviors (conjugal duties, etc.). A fine collection of locks and ironwork, including Roman pieces, explores the symbolism of the locksmiths' guild. Finally, candlelit evening tours offer visitors a historical escape. <strong>A small castle, but a grand experience!</strong>
