Chateau de Pierrefonds Ticket

Wander at your leisure through the majestic, palatial rooms with this ticket to the Chateau de Pierrefonds, a medieval treasure in the Hauts-de-France region!

Description

In the 14th century, King Charles VI of France aimed to showcase his power through architecture. He reconstructed a small, partially ruined fort from the 12th century into the elegant fortress known as the Chateau de Pierrefonds. By booking this ticket, you can explore one of the best-preserved monuments in the Oise region of Hauts-de-France. The ticket includes a leaflet in English and other languages, allowing for a leisurely visit to appreciate the castle's grandeur.

The Chateau features various paintings, jewels, and vintage furniture from different historical periods, including the Middle Ages and Napoleon Bonaparte's time. Napoleon III commissioned architect Viollet-le-Duc for its restoration. Notably, the castle has served as a filming location for series and films such as The Story of Joan of Arc and The Man in the Iron Mask.

Opening hours

The Chateau de Pierrefonds operates under the following hours:

May 2 - September 4: 9:30 am - 6 pmSeptember 5 - April 30: 10 am - 5:30 pm

On December 24 and 31, it closes at 3:30 pm. Last entry is 1 hour before closing time. Hours may vary.

Free admission

Admission to the Chateau de Pierrefonds is free for:

EU youth aged 18 to 25.Children under 18, regardless of nationality.

To obtain free admission, visit the ticket office and present a certifying document. Free entry is also available on the first Sunday of the month from January to March, November to December, and the third weekend of September.