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Tanlay Castle – Cultural Visit
Description of the castle:
The majestically situated Château de Tanlay offers a visit that combines history, architecture, and the beauty of the site. You can admire the green courtyard and its impressive towers, such as the chapel tower and the northwest tower , which bear witness to the castle's medieval past.
The elegant and imposing west façade and the entrance porch , rich in architectural detail, invite you to explore further. Don't miss the Coligny Tower and the Tanlay Tower , symbols of this aristocratic family's history.
As you walk through the different sections of the castle, you will be able to observe the coat of arms of the Marquises of Tanlay , which adds a touch of history to your experience.
Whether you choose a guided tour or a self-guided stroll through the gardens and outside, every moment at Château de Tanlay is an invitation to immerse yourself in history.
The castle is closed - information for guidance only. The castle can only be visited during guided tour times. There are no self-guided tours. The ticket entitles you to visit the exterior of the castle.
The visit lasts approximately 50 minutes.
Prices:
- Standard price = €10
- Reduced price (child aged 10 to 15) = €5
- Child rate (up to 9 years old) = free
- Reduced price upon presentation of proof = €8 (student, Château d'Ancy, Épique Époque, Route des Ducs)
Departure point for tours:
- 10:10 - 11:15 - 14:15 - 15:15 - 16:15 - 17:15
- Closed on Tuesdays all season
- Last entry: 5:10 PM
LANGUAGES :
Tours in French and English. Documents available in English, German, Dutch, Italian, Spanish and Russian.
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Tanlay Castle
Tanlay A magnificent 16th and 17th-century château, it belonged during the Wars of Religion to the family of Admiral de Coligny, to Particelli d'Hemery, Mazarin's superintendent of finances, and, since 1700, to the Marquis de Tanlay. Famous for its <strong>trompe-l'œil gallery</strong> and the <strong>frescoes in the League Tower</strong> , the Château de Tanlay offers an interior guided tour, showcasing its rich furnishings and wall decorations. The exterior tour reveals the château's outbuildings, its moat, the nymphaeum, its canal, and its remarkable park. Every summer, the château's outbuildings host internationally renowned contemporary art exhibitions.
