{"id":39313,"date":"2025-03-14T01:13:06","date_gmt":"2025-03-13T23:13:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.chateaux-france.app\/product\/castle-tour-35\/"},"modified":"2025-03-14T01:13:06","modified_gmt":"2025-03-13T23:13:06","slug":"castle-tour-35","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.chateaux-france.app\/en\/product\/castle-tour-35\/","title":{"rendered":"Castle Tour"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3 data-start=\"145\" data-end=\"179\"><strong data-start=\"149\" data-end=\"179\">A must-see in Billy. What to see and do at Billy Castle<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"181\" data-end=\"462\"> Billy Castle, a medieval fortress dating back to the 12th century, invites you to discover its rich historical heritage and superb panoramic views. Overlooking the village, the castle immerses you in the heart of medieval history through its remarkable buildings and spaces.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1357\" data-end=\"1618\"> <strong data-start=\"1357\" data-end=\"1385\">A Medieval Fortress<\/strong><br data-start=\"1385\" data-end=\"1388\" \/> Billy Castle is an imposing fortress with exceptional views of the surrounding area. Its defensive architecture testifies to its strategic role throughout the centuries.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1620\" data-end=\"1650\"> <strong data-start=\"1620\" data-end=\"1648\">The Castle Buildings<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1651\" data-end=\"2219\">\n<li data-start=\"1651\" data-end=\"1781\"> <strong data-start=\"1653\" data-end=\"1672\">The Captaincy<\/strong> : This 14th-century manor house immerses you in the history of the castle&#39;s lordship, which passed very early to the House of Bourbon.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1782\" data-end=\"2001\"> <strong data-start=\"1784\" data-end=\"1816\">The Keep and the Watchtower<\/strong> : The keep, the heart of the fortress, and the watchtower, nicknamed &quot;The Watchtower&quot;, allow you to discover medieval defense methods while enjoying a breathtaking view.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2002\" data-end=\"2219\"> <strong data-start=\"2004\" data-end=\"2025\">The Breach of 1576<\/strong> : This breach was caused by attacks from the Protestant armies of the Prince of Cond\u00e9. It offers a panoramic view of the Allier valley, a visible testament to the historical battles.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2221\" data-end=\"2457\"> <strong data-start=\"2221\" data-end=\"2275\">The Gatehouse and the Classic Cars<\/strong><br data-start=\"2275\" data-end=\"2278\" \/> In front of the gatehouse, vintage cars add a unique touch to the atmosphere of the castle, evoking both medieval history and more recent eras.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2459\" data-end=\"2650\"> <strong data-start=\"2459\" data-end=\"2481\">The Castle Courtyard<\/strong><br data-start=\"2481\" data-end=\"2484\" \/> From the courtyard, you can admire the houses of the second enclosure of the castle, offering an interesting perspective on the architecture and layout of the site.<\/p>\n<h4 data-start=\"464\" data-end=\"491\"> <strong data-start=\"469\" data-end=\"491\">Opening Hours and Prices<\/strong> <\/h4>\n<ul data-start=\"493\" data-end=\"1322\">\n<li data-start=\"493\" data-end=\"1011\">\n<p data-start=\"495\" data-end=\"521\"> <strong data-start=\"495\" data-end=\"517\">Visiting hours<\/strong> :<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"524\" data-end=\"1011\">\n<li data-start=\"524\" data-end=\"618\"> From 12\/04 to 30\/06\/2025 Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 2pm to 3pm and from 4pm to 5pm.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"524\" data-end=\"618\"> From 01\/07 to 31\/08\/2025 every day from 10am to 11am and from 2pm to 3pm and from 3:30pm to 4:30pm and from 5pm to 6pm.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"524\" data-end=\"618\"> From 01\/09 to 28\/09\/2025 Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 2pm to 3pm and from 4pm to 5pm.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1013\" data-end=\"1322\">\n<p data-start=\"1015\" data-end=\"1029\"> <strong data-start=\"1015\" data-end=\"1025\">Prices<\/strong> :<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1032\" data-end=\"1322\">\n<li data-start=\"1032\" data-end=\"1061\"> Full price \u20ac7.50<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1032\" data-end=\"1061\"> Reduced price \u20ac5.00 for students, children, Allen Pass holders, disabled persons, recipients of minimum social benefits, and job seekers upon presentation of proof of eligibility.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1032\" data-end=\"1061\"> Family pass (2 adults\/2 children) \u20ac20.00<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1032\" data-end=\"1061\"> Under 8 years old Free<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A must-see in Billy. 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