Standing on a rocky outcrop, the castle offers a 360° panorama. Hiking trails allow you to explore the site. Inside, discover the Interpretation Center of the Gorges de la Loire, an educational space on the heritage of this site
Standing proudly on its rocky outcrop and dominating the Loire, the Château d'Essalois is part of the listed site of the Loire gorges. The most distant written documents mentioning the castle date back to the XNUMXth century. Of unknown origin, the castle has gone through different stages of construction over the years, marking its current composite architecture.
From the castle courtyard, discover a magnificent 360° panorama of the Loire gorges and the Forez plain. Hiking trails and a landscaped GR de Pays allow you to discover this remarkable site. A guide is on sale at the Loire Forez tourist office.
Possibility of restoration nearby.
Family walk to reach the castle (accessible by stroller). Children can have fun outside the castle.
Free entry (except guided tours) – Gates and exteriors open every day from 10 a.m. to 18 p.m.
Since 2021, the Château d'Essalois has offered a Loire Gorges Interpretation Center, an educational and modern space allowing the discovery of the heritage of the Loire Gorges and the EDF hydroelectric development of Grangent. Interactive furniture enhances the route: films, virtual tours, 3D representations... everything to immerse yourself in the heart of the Loire gorges!
From the castle courtyard, discover a magnificent 360° panorama of the Loire gorges and the Forez plain. Hiking trails and a landscaped GR de Pays allow you to discover this remarkable site. A guide is on sale at the Loire Forez tourist office.
Possibility of restoration nearby.
Family walk to reach the castle (accessible by stroller). Children can have fun outside the castle.
Free entry (except guided tours) – Gates and exteriors open every day from 10 a.m. to 18 p.m.
Since 2021, the Château d'Essalois has offered a Loire Gorges Interpretation Center, an educational and modern space allowing the discovery of the heritage of the Loire Gorges and the EDF hydroelectric development of Grangent. Interactive furniture enhances the route: films, virtual tours, 3D representations... everything to immerse yourself in the heart of the Loire gorges!
Services for children
Grandpa and grandma took me to the castle for the first time!
I didn't find any treasure but I was able to climb to the top of the tower like the knights of the time. ! Theo 9 years old
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Family walk to reach the castle (accessible by stroller). Children can have fun inside and outside the castle.
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- Unguided individual tours permanently
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- Guided group tours on request
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Access to the Loire Gorges Interpretation Center is free and free except for guided tours and specific event programming.
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- Permanent exhibition
- Temporary exhibitions
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