Explore the fortress which inspired the Montrond-les-Bains spa resort. It protected the major thoroughfare that was the Loire ford from the top of its round basalt hill.
Description
It was built by the Forez counts using volcanic rock, pebbles from the Loire and some beautiful large stones. The impressive fortress mellowed in the Renaissance to become a residence. Visitors can soak up the atmosphere from the courtyard, post guarding the entrance court, the kitchens to the foundations, dungeon and patrol path. Forez Postal Museum, Renaissance Centre: children’s games, costumes etc...
Age minimum : 6 ans
Equipements
- Toilets
- Car park
- Parking nearby
- Coach parking
- Private parking
- Free car park
services
- Pets welcome
- Educational visits
- Motorhomes allowed
- Room hire
- Shop
- Tourist information
- Guided tours
Prices
Full price: 6.50 €
Reduced price: 4 €.
Free entry for children under 12, accompanying guides.
Group rate available for 10 people or more.
Payment options
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Bank/credit card
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Check
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Cash
Opening period
From 01/04 to 30/06 on Wednesday and weekends between 10 am and 6 pm.
From 04/07 to 31/08 on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and weekends between 10 am and 6 pm.
From 01/09 to 30/09 on Wednesday and weekends between 10 am and 6 pm.
Spoken languages
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French
