Fougères-sur-Bièvre Castle Tickets

This ticket allows you to explore the Fougères-sur-Bièvre Castle, a fortress in the Loire Valley, one of France's historically rich regions.

Why visit the Fougères-sur-Bièvre Castle?

The Fougères-sur-Bièvre Castle is a prominent fortification in the Loire Valley. With this ticket, you'll have the freedom to explore the castle's rooms, which date back to the mid-15th century, a period when the region gained strategic importance. Unlike the Renaissance castles, Fougères Castle has an austere and defensive character. It is situated along the Bièvre River and was built using limestone rubble from Beauce and tuff from the Cher River. Your visit grants access to the castle's garden and rooms, including the grand Council Chamber.

Opening hours

The Fougères-sur-Bièvre Castle opens at the following times:

May 2 to September 4: Open daily from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm and from 2 pm to 6 pmSeptember 5 to April 30: Open every day except Tuesday from 10 am to 12:30 pm and from 2 pm to 5 pm

On December 24 and 31, the closing time is at 4 pm. These schedules may vary slightly.

Free admission

Free admission is offered to:

Young people aged 18 to 25 from the European UnionChildren under 18, regardless of nationalityUnemployed individuals, people with disabilities + one accompanying person, journalists, architecture students, tourism professionals, military personnel, police, and other state security forces.

Proof must be presented at the monument's ticket office for free admissions. Admission is also free for everyone on the first Sunday of the month from January 1 to March 31 and from November 1 to December 31, as well as on the third weekend in September.