How much does it cost to visit the Chateau de Villandry?

How much does it cost to visit the Chateau de Villandry?

Chateau de Villandry in the Loire Valley

Rates 2020	Castle and gardens	Gardens only
Adults	€ 12.00	€ 7.50
Children 8-18 (under 8 free)	€ 9.00	€ 5.00
Groups (15 pers. More)	n/a	n/a
Audio guide	n/a

When was Villandry open to the public?

1536 Château de Villandry/Date d'ouverture

Who built Chateau Villandry?

Jean Le Breton With its unique furnishings, décor and atmosphere, the Château de Villandry is a living testimony of French heritage. When Jean Le Breton acquired the Villandry estate, the building was a Mediaeval fortress. The defensive architecture was pared down, opened up and enhanced with elements of Renaissance décor.

Why was Chateau de Villandry built?

They were acquired in the early 16th century by Jean Le Breton, France's Controller-General for War under King Francis I, and a new château was constructed around the original 14th-century keep where King Philip II of France once met Richard I of England to discuss peace.

Why was Villandry built?

Villandry was built as a welcoming residence overlooking the River Cher which flows nearby. The new château bears some resemblance to Villesavin Castle near Chambord, which was built by Le Breton as a smaller model of Villandry.

Who built Villandry?

An avant-garde architectural design At Villandry, Jean Le Breton drew on his exceptional architectural experience acquired on a large number of sites, including the Chateau of Chambord, which he supervised and directed on behalf of the Crown over many years.

Why was château Villandry built?

They were acquired in the early 16th century by Jean Le Breton, France's Controller-General for War under King Francis I, and a new château was constructed around the original 14th-century keep where King Philip II of France once met Richard I of England to discuss peace.

What is Villandry known for?

Located 15 kilometres to the west of Tours, Villandry is a Renaissance estate and castle best known for its beautiful formal gardens made up of endless geometric parterres edged in carefully manicured and clipped boxwood.

Where is Villandry located in relation to the city of Tours?

Villandry, village, Indre-et-Loire département, Centre région, central France. It is situated along the Cher River southwest of Tours and is the site of a château built in 1532 by Jean Le Breton, the secretary of state for Francis I.

How big is the Chateau de Villandry?

The gardens cover 9 hectares and include six distinct gardens: a water garden, with ponds and fountains; an ornamental garden with intricate patterns of clipped box filled with different flowers according to the seasons; and an enormous vegetable garden.

How do I get to Chateau de Villandry?

• Château de Villandry is best reached by car or on a guided day-trip excursion tour. Château de Villandry, mostly built during the 1530s, was the last of the large Renaissance chateaux in the Loire Valley to be constructed in the sixteenth century.

What is the virtual tour of the gardens of Villandry?

• The virtual tour of the gardens of Villandry offers a different look at Villandry. Explore the estate in detail and access original documentary resources and multimedia content. Choose the first step of your journey.

What makes Villandry so special?

• Villandry is a horticulturist’s delight with six separate gardens – all done to an exceptionally high standard. Visitors can enjoy peaceful strolls in the gardens and appreciate the magnificent views from the upper terraces and belvederes. The chateau is also open to the public.

When should I plant my Kitchen Garden at Villandry?

• The ornamental kitchen gardens at Villandry are planted twice a year to ensure a colorful display year round. The two main growing seasons are spring (March to June) and summer (June to November). The colorful vegetables are planted for aesthetic reasons and thus rarely are harvested for consumption.