in SULLY-SUR-LOIRE

Château de Sully-sur-Loire

Majestic, grand and bold: this is one of the true jewels of Loiret! A medieval fortress built in the 14th century in extensive grounds. Surrounded by moats overlooking the Loire, the château invites you to come and discover the life of Maximilien de Béthune.
Descriptif patrimoine :
Many people have heard the famous French phrase: "Pasture and ploughing are the two teats from which France is fed…" But apart from being famous for the uttering of this statement, who was the great Duke of Sully? Through the 14 rooms of the château, you will gain an insight into the château owner, the illustrious statesman and faithful companion of King Henry IV. From the medieval dungeon (you will cross the wall-walk and pass under the magnificent upturned boat hull roof structure) to the cosy and richly furnished rooms, you will discover the life and career of the Duke of Sully, through a rich collection of pictures, tapestries, statues and painted decors. You will also discover that this architectural gem played host to Joan of Arc, Louis IIV and Voltaire.
Descriptif patrimoine centre :
Many people have heard the famous French phrase: "Pasture and ploughing are the two teats from which France is fed…" But apart from being famous for the uttering of this statement, who was the great Duke of Sully? Through the 14 rooms of the château, you will gain an insight into the château owner, the illustrious statesman and faithful companion of King Henry IV. From the medieval dungeon (you will cross the wall-walk and pass under the magnificent upturned boat hull roof structure) to the cosy and richly furnished rooms, you will discover the life and career of the Duke of Sully, through a rich collection of pictures, tapestries, statues and painted decors. You will also discover that this architectural gem played host to Joan of Arc, Louis IIV and Voltaire.
Descriptif patrimoine site :
Many people have heard the famous French phrase: "Pasture and ploughing are the two teats from which France is fed…" But apart from being famous for the uttering of this statement, who was the great Duke of Sully? Through the 14 rooms of the château, you will gain an insight into the château owner, the illustrious statesman and faithful companion of King Henry IV. From the medieval dungeon (you will cross the wall-walk and pass under the magnificent upturned boat hull roof structure) to the cosy and richly furnished rooms, you will discover the life and career of the Duke of Sully, through a rich collection of pictures, tapestries, statues and painted decors. You will also discover that this architectural gem played host to Joan of Arc, Louis IIV and Voltaire.
We speak : French, English, German, Spanish, Dutch, Portugese, French, English, German

Visit

Average length of individual visit : 01:30 min.
Average length of group visit : 01:30 min.

customers

Adapté à : Families

price

Free rate

Payment options

  • Debit cards
  • Cheques
  • Holiday vouchers
  • Cash

services

equipment

  • Shop
  • Luggage storage
  • Hall hire
  • Parking
  • Film projection room
  • Fully equipped meeting room
  • Wifi

advice

Adress

Chemin de la Salle Verte
45600 SULLY-SUR-LOIRE
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