How old is the château de Blandy-les-Tours?

Its origins go back to the 12th century, with a first enclosure built at the start of the 13th century, followed by major fortification campaigns in the 14th and 15th centuries.

Is the château de Blandy-les-Tours a listed historic monument?

Yes, it has been listed as a historic monument since 1889.

What can visitors still see at the château de Blandy-les-Tours?

The medieval enclosure, the keep and several towers remain and can be visited, illustrating medieval military architecture.

Was the château de Blandy-les-Tours always a fortress?

No, it went through a residential phase in the 16th and 17th centuries and was later turned into a farm in the 18th century before being restored as a monument.

Château de Blandy-les-Tours

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Where: Blandy

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Château de Blandy-les-Tours stands in Blandy (Seine-et-Marne), in the Île-de-France region of France. The building is listed as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 12th century, 14th century, 15th century, 16th century). Its opening hours and prices were verified at the source on August 4, 2026.

The château de Blandy-les-Tours stands in Seine-et-Marne as one of the few surviving examples of medieval military architecture in the Île-de-France region. Originally a fortified manor from the 12th century, it grew over the following centuries into a formidable stronghold with a keep, defensive towers and a still largely intact curtain wall. Owned in turn by prominent noble families before being turned into a farm in the 18th century, it escaped destruction during the Revolution and later underwent a thorough restoration led by a chief architect of historic monuments in the late 20th century. Today visitors find a fortified complex that also hosts exhibitions and cultural events at various times of year.

What to know

The monument has been listed as a historic monument since 1889.
The site opens at least one day a week with fixed hours.
Visitors walk through a medieval enclosure with towers and stairs, so suitable footwear is advisable.
The château occasionally hosts themed exhibitions or shows, with programming that varies by season.
No verified information is available here regarding admission fees or average visit duration.

Practical information

Opening hours

April to October and during all school holidays in zone C

Annual closures : Tuesdays; January; February; March and November (outside zone C holidays); 1 January; 1 May; 25 December

Prices

Free for teachers and group leaders who have booked a self-guided or guided visit or an activity, to prepare their outing

Visit duration: Not verified
Wheelchair access: Not verified
Dogs: Not verified
Parking: Not verified

Accessibility: not compliant; toilets adapted for PMR available; cane-seats available on request

On site

Toilets
Gift shop
Child-friendly

Where this château is

Blandy · Seine-et-Marne · Île-de-France

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Address

Blandy, Seine-et-Marne

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Heritage status: Listed historic monument (classé); Mérimée record PA00086817
Period of construction: 12th century, 14th century, 15th century, 16th century

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Frequently asked

Château de Blandy-les-Tours: how much is admission?: Free for: teachers and group leaders who have booked a self-guided or guided visit or an activity, to prepare their outing.
How old is the château de Blandy-les-Tours?: Its origins go back to the 12th century, with a first enclosure built at the start of the 13th century, followed by major fortification campaigns in the 14th and 15th centuries.
Is the château de Blandy-les-Tours a listed historic monument?: Yes, it has been listed as a historic monument since 1889.
What can visitors still see at the château de Blandy-les-Tours?: The medieval enclosure, the keep and several towers remain and can be visited, illustrating medieval military architecture.
Was the château de Blandy-les-Tours always a fortress?: No, it went through a residential phase in the 16th and 17th centuries and was later turned into a farm in the 18th century before being restored as a monument.

Information verified on August 4, 2026 · Hours and prices: see the official website