Is the Château de Malesherbes open to visitors?

Available data does not specify opening days or hours, so it is best to check directly before planning a visit.

What is the origin of the Château de Malesherbes?

The site dates back to a 14th and 15th century fortress, of which three towers with hourds still remain within the current château.

Who built the current main building?

The main block was built between 1720 and 1724 by architect Pierre de Vigny, with interior decoration attributed to Robert de Cotte.

What is the connection between the château and Henri IV?

It was at Malesherbes that Henriette d'Entragues, mistress of King Henri IV, obtained from him a written promise of marriage in 1599.

Can the park be visited?

The listed park contains a historic arboretum, but the exact visiting conditions are not included in the available data.

Château de Malesherbes

Malesherbes Castle

Le Malesherbois

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Château de Malesherbes stands in Le Malesherbois (Loiret), in the Centre-Val de Loire region of France. The building is listed as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 14th century, 15th century, fourth quarter of the 16th century, first quarter of the 17th century, 18th century). Its opening hours and prices have not been verified at the source yet.

In Malesherbes, in the Loiret department, stands a château whose medieval origins remain visible in three towers with hourds, remnants of the 14th and 15th century fortress. In the early 18th century, architect Pierre de Vigny built the main residential block in a classical style, while Robert de Cotte designed part of the interior decoration. The estate recalls the relationship between Henri IV and Henriette d'Entragues, as well as Chrétien Guillaume de Lamoignon de Malesherbes, a defender of Louis XVI, who planted a notable arboretum here. Around the main house, the chapel, the steward's lodge, the dovecote and the former granaries of the outer courtyard form a group of outbuildings still standing today.

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What to know

The château is a listed historic monument, with different levels of protection depending on the part of the building.
The park contains an old arboretum dating from the late 18th century, gathering native and exotic tree species collected by the Malesherbes family.
No opening hours or admission fees are given here, so these should be checked before visiting.
Visiting involves walking outdoors through the park and outbuildings, in addition to the main residence.

Practical information

Opening hours

Monday	10:00-17:00
Tuesday	10:00-17:00
Wednesday	10:00-17:00
Thursday (today)	10:00-17:00
Friday	10:00-17:00
Saturday	Closed
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

Le Malesherbois · Loiret · Centre-Val de Loire

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Address

Av. du Gén de Gaulle, 45330 Le Malesherbois

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

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Château phone number

+33 2 38 34 98 18

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Heritage status: Listed historic monument (classé); Mérimée record PA00098810
Period of construction: 14th century, 15th century, fourth quarter of the 16th century, first quarter of the 17th century, 18th century

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Frequently asked

Is the Château de Malesherbes open to visitors?: Available data does not specify opening days or hours, so it is best to check directly before planning a visit.
What is the origin of the Château de Malesherbes?: The site dates back to a 14th and 15th century fortress, of which three towers with hourds still remain within the current château.
Who built the current main building?: The main block was built between 1720 and 1724 by architect Pierre de Vigny, with interior decoration attributed to Robert de Cotte.
What is the connection between the château and Henri IV?: It was at Malesherbes that Henriette d'Entragues, mistress of King Henri IV, obtained from him a written promise of marriage in 1599.
Can the park be visited?: The listed park contains a historic arboretum, but the exact visiting conditions are not included in the available data.