Pierrefonds: Château de Pierrefonds Entry Ticket

Oise Region, Chamonix



Visit the must-see Château de Pierrefonds with this entry ticket. Marvel at this stunning fairytale castle reconstructed for Napoleon III in the 19th-century.

Highlights

  • Feel your jaw drop as you marvel at this surreal château
  • Learn the history behind this 19th-century gem rebuilt for Napoleon III
  • Explore this castle which has been featured in The Man in the Iron Mask movie
  • Marvel at the Le Bal des Gisants in the old dungeons and enjoy a light show
  • Marvel at the rooms, featured in the famous Merlin’s Camelot TV series

Description

Enjoy an entry ticket to visit this magnificent, medieval-style castle. Immerse yourself in this reconstructed castle that is now a National Monument. Explore the large salons, the central courtyard, the donjon, and the chapel as you walk around. Meet your host at the Château de Pierrefonds entrance. Feel like a princess as you experience an authentic tour of the castle with an audio guide. Walk around the castle grounds and admire its unspoiled beauty. Make sure to spam your Instagram stories. You will without a doubt capture amazing photos, your very own slice of history. Gaze at this dreamy castle as you wander around at your own pace. If you are visiting any château when in France, it should be this reborn beauty.  See the impressive architecture and learn all about the rich history. The original castle existed here in the 14th century but was demolished in the 17th century, before being rebuilt by Napoleon III in the 18th century.  Stand in awe of this château - one of France's hidden gems. If you love medieval times, castles, and rich history, visiting here is a necessity.

Includes

Entry ticket

Excludes

Audio-guided tour (you can buy this for 4 € per person on-site on the day)

Important Information

  • Free entrance for visitors under 18 years of age or EU citizens under 26: you must show a photo ID with a picture at the ticketing station first, before going to the entrance of the monument
  • Free entrance: The first Sunday of January, February, March, November and December and during European Heritage Days (3rd weekend of September each year)
  • The park closes 45 minutes before the monument closes
  • The last entry to the site is 1 hour before closing time
  • Closed January 1st, May 1st and December 25th

Easy cancellation

This activity is non-refundable

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