Is Chevreaux castle still intact or inhabited?

No, only ruins remain, as the castle was dismantled and later destroyed during sieges in the 15th and 17th centuries.

Why was Chevreaux castle destroyed?

It was first dismantled around 1480 on the orders of Louis XI, then besieged and largely destroyed in 1637 during the Ten Years' War.

Can visitors tour Chevreaux castle today?

The site, under restoration since 1990, can be visited as ruins, though no verified opening hours or fees are available.

Who built Chevreaux castle?

It belonged to the House of Coligny, first mentioned in 1158, before passing to the Montluel, Vienne and Damas d'Antigny families.

Château de Chevreaux

Chevreaux Castle

Chevreaux

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Château de Chevreaux stands in Chevreaux (Jura), in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region of France. Its opening hours and prices have not been verified at the source yet.

Perched on a rocky spur at 473 metres above sea level, Chevreaux castle overlooks the Bresse plain in the Jura region. The ruins seen today bear witness to a turbulent past, including a demolition ordered by Louis XI and a destructive siege during the Ten Years' War. Restoration work has been underway at the site since 1990.

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What to know

The site consists of ruins and remains rather than an intact castle.
Reaching the site involves climbing up to the rocky outcrop on which it stands.
The view over the Bresse plain is part of what draws visitors here.
Restoration work has been ongoing at the site for several decades.
No verified information on opening hours or admission fees is available here.

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Opening hours

Visite libre du lever au coucher du soleil, toute l'année
visites guidées tous les après-midi du mercredi au dimanche du 26 juin au 30 août 2026 à 15h30 et 17h00

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Where this château is

Chevreaux · Jura · Bourgogne-Franche-Comté

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Chevreaux, Jura

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Frequently asked

Is Chevreaux castle still intact or inhabited?: No, only ruins remain, as the castle was dismantled and later destroyed during sieges in the 15th and 17th centuries.
Why was Chevreaux castle destroyed?: It was first dismantled around 1480 on the orders of Louis XI, then besieged and largely destroyed in 1637 during the Ten Years' War.
Can visitors tour Chevreaux castle today?: The site, under restoration since 1990, can be visited as ruins, though no verified opening hours or fees are available.
Who built Chevreaux castle?: It belonged to the House of Coligny, first mentioned in 1158, before passing to the Montluel, Vienne and Damas d'Antigny families.