Can you visit the inside of the château de l'Aubépin?

The interior is only open to groups by reservation or during the European Heritage Days in September, while the garden can otherwise be visited.

Who designed the garden of the château de l'Aubépin?

The formal French garden was laid out by André Le Nôtre, also known for the gardens of Versailles.

Is the château de l'Aubépin a listed historic monument?

Yes, several elements are protected, including the facades, inner courtyard, main hall and park, listed in 1991, with the Sainte-Agathe pavilion registered in 1989.

Who owns the château de l'Aubépin?

The estate belongs to the de Choiseul-Clément family, who succeeded several historic families including the Thélis and Sainte-Colombe.

From what period does the château de l'Aubépin date?

The current building mainly dates from the second half of the 15th century, with later alterations in following centuries.

Château de l'Aubépin

Aubépin Castle

Fourneaux

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Château de l'Aubépin stands in Fourneaux (Loire), in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of France. The building is listed as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: second half of the 15th century, 16th century, 17th century, 18th century, 19th century). Its opening hours and prices have not been verified at the source yet.

In Fourneaux, in the Loire department, the château de l'Aubépin stands with its towers ringed by shallow moats, built in the second half of the 15th century. Visitors come mainly for its formal French garden, laid out by André Le Nôtre, and for the inner courtyard with Italian-style paintings, the guard room and its monumental fireplace. The estate remains privately owned, by the Choiseul-Clément family.

What to know

The garden can be visited independently, except on certain closing days to check beforehand.
The interior of the château only opens to the public during the European Heritage Days in September.
Guided tours exist for groups, by reservation only.
The building is a listed historic monument, protecting in particular the facades, the inner courtyard and the park.
Hiking trails start from the village of Fourneaux, close to the château.

Practical information

Opening hours

Monday	Closed
Tuesday	09:30-12:30 · 14:00-17:30
Wednesday (today)	09:30-12:30 · 14:00-17:30
Thursday	09:30-12:30 · 14:00-17:30
Friday	09:30-12:30 · 14:00-17:30
Saturday	09:30-12:30 · 14:00-17:30
Sunday	Closed

Opening hours published by the château on its Google listing. We have not yet confirmed them on its official website.

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

Where this château is

Fourneaux · Loire · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

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Address

L'Aubépin, 42470 Fourneaux

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Château phone number

+33 4 77 71 51 77

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Heritage status: Listed historic monument (classé); Mérimée record PA00117491
Period of construction: second half of the 15th century, 16th century, 17th century, 18th century, 19th century

Frequently asked

Can you visit the inside of the château de l'Aubépin?: The interior is only open to groups by reservation or during the European Heritage Days in September, while the garden can otherwise be visited.
Who designed the garden of the château de l'Aubépin?: The formal French garden was laid out by André Le Nôtre, also known for the gardens of Versailles.
Is the château de l'Aubépin a listed historic monument?: Yes, several elements are protected, including the facades, inner courtyard, main hall and park, listed in 1991, with the Sainte-Agathe pavilion registered in 1989.
Who owns the château de l'Aubépin?: The estate belongs to the de Choiseul-Clément family, who succeeded several historic families including the Thélis and Sainte-Colombe.
From what period does the château de l'Aubépin date?: The current building mainly dates from the second half of the 15th century, with later alterations in following centuries.