Château de Bussy-Rabutin

To make a day of it

Château de Bussy-Rabutin stands in Bussy-le-Grand (Côte-d'Or), in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region of France. The building is listed as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: second quarter of the 15th century, second half of the 17th century, 18th century). Adult admission costs 9 EUR. Its opening hours and prices were verified at the source on August 4, 2026.

What the French Ministry of Culture records

Château féodal transformé au 16e siècle, puis de 1643 à 1693. Les jardins ont été aménagés au 18e siècle. En 1818, le domaine est restauré, les arbres replantés et le parc clos par le mur actuel.

Extract from the official record PA00112169 · Ministère de la Culture, Mérimée database, Open Licence

What to know

• A visit to the château takes about 90 minutes.
• Adult admission costs 9 euros.
• A car park is located 150 metres from the entrance.
• Dogs are allowed inside the château.
• The château is a listed historic monument, with the estate itself listed separately in 2005.

Practical information

Visit duration

90 min

Wheelchair access

Not verified

Dogs

Allowed, indoors included

Parking

A parking lot is located 150m from the reception.

No PMR parking space near the entrance; drop-off point in front of the entrance; outdoor ground surfaces (gravel) not well suited to wheelchair use and sloped access; a lift provides access to the first floor of the monument with the help of a staff member; French Sign Language devices, interactive terminals, tactile and audio devices in the first introduction room

Where this château is

Bussy-le-Grand · Côte-d'Or · Bourgogne-Franche-Comté

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Address

Bussy-le-Grand, Côte-d'Or

Directions open from wherever you are, by car or public transport.

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Heritage status

Listed historic monument (classé)

Mérimée record PA00112169

Period of construction

second quarter of the 15th century, second half of the 17th century, 18th century

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In pictures

Frequently asked

How long does it take to visit the Château de Bussy-Rabutin?

Plan for about 90 minutes.

Are dogs allowed at the Château de Bussy-Rabutin?

Yes, dogs are allowed inside the château.

Where can I park to visit the Château de Bussy-Rabutin?

There is a car park 150 metres from the entrance.

Why is the Château de Bussy-Rabutin famous?

It is known for its owner Roger de Rabutin, exiled by Louis XIV, who had hundreds of court portraits painted there.

How much does admission to the Château de Bussy-Rabutin cost?

Adult admission is 9 euros.

Sources

Identity, location and official references from Wikidata and the Mérimée register.

• This entry in Markdown
• Wikidata Q1552130
• Mérimée PA00112169
• Official website

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