# Château de Mayenne

Mayenne, Mayenne, Pays de la Loire

Château de Mayenne stands in Mayenne (Mayenne), in the Pays de la Loire region of France. The building is registered as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 11th century, 12th century, 16th century). Its opening hours and prices were verified at the source on August 8, 2026.

Standing on a rocky spur above the Mayenne river, this castle holds rare remains of a 10th-century Carolingian palace, uncovered during excavations that began in 1993. The site reflects a long military history, from a residence of the barons of Mayenne to a garrison castle and later a prison, before becoming an archaeological museum. Visitors can see masonry layered across several centuries, from the medieval round keep to the early medieval upper halls.

**Information last verified on August 8, 2026.**

## Practical information

- Wheelchair access : Full visit accessible
  - L'ensemble du musée est accessible aux personnes à mobilité réduite. Le cheminement permettant l'accès au musée est adapté (pas de pente ni d'obstacle). Possibilité d'accéder avec un véhicule jusqu'à la porte du musée pour déposer des personnes. L'arrêt de bus "Cinéma" n'est pas accessible.
- Parking : Parking "Quai de la république". Autres stationnements : Quai Carnot et Place Juhel
- Gift shop : yes
- Child-friendly : yes

## Where this château is

- Pl. Juhel, 53100 Mayenne
- +33 2 43 00 17 17
- 48.3028, -0.6181
- Heritage status : Registered historic monument (inscrit)
- Period of construction : 11e siècle, 12e siècle, 16e siècle

## Sources

- Official website : http://www.museeduchateaudemayenne.fr/
- Wikidata : https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q2969852
- Mérimée record : https://www.pop.culture.gouv.fr/notice/merimee/PA00109558

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