Château de Maulnes

Castles and Defense Sites

Hameau de Maulnes
89740 CRUZY-LE-CHATEL

A masterpiece of the French Renaissance, the Château de Maulnes is one of a kind. A pentagon built around a well of water and light, it embodies the genius and passions of a fascinating era. The Château de Maulnes is accessible to all audiences: free or guided tours, investigative tours and many activities during the season. It was built in 1566 by Louise de Clermont and Antoine de Crussol, important figures of the court of France during the Wars of Religion.

Opening

2026: Visits: from April 4 to November 11 (exact dates and prices on the castle's website), self-guided or guided tours. Group visits: all year round, by reservation.

Prices

  • Base rate - Full rate adult
  • Special rate (Students, unemployed, minimum social benefits/CNAS, large families, partner sites (Route des Ducs de Bourgogne), youth benefits card)
  • Child rate (Ages 6 to 18 - Activities included)
  • Group rate (per person)
  • free (children under 6, accompanying tour guides, press cards, etc.)

Payment method

  • Credit card
  • Payment cards
  • French bank and postal checks
  • French "Chèques vacances"
  • Cash
  • View

Services

Services

  • Shop
  • Playground
  • Room rental

Equipment

  • Picnic area.
  • Bar
  • Parking
  • Snacks
  • Toilet

labels

  • FamilyYonne

Visits

Individual visits

Duration of the visit: 60 min. Free visits at all times. Guided visits at all times. Free visits by appointment. Guided visits by appointment.

Group visits

Duration of the visit: 60 min. Paid visit. Free visits at all times. Guided tours at all times. Free visits by appointment.

Nearby activities

  • Specific thematic animation
  • Children's workshop
  • Conferences
  • concerts test

Further information

  • Working Languages : French, English
  • Suitable for children aged : 3 to 5 years, 6 to 11 years, Early years
  • Pets welcome