Château de Montmirail
Montmirail Castle
Montmirail
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Tickets and prices
- Adult
- €8
- Child
- Free
- Reduced
- €6
Free for Children under 6
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Prices checked at the source on August 18, 2026
- Where
- Montmirail
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Château de Montmirail stands in Montmirail (Sarthe), in the Pays de la Loire region of France. The building is registered as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 15th century, 16th century, 18th century). Adult admission costs 8 EUR. Its opening hours and prices were verified at the source on August 18, 2026.
Standing at the heart of the village of Montmirail in the Sarthe, this castle occupies the site of a former feudal motte dating back to the 11th-12th centuries. Its vaulted rooms belong to the late 14th-15th century rebuilding, an octagonal tower was added in the early 16th century, and the panelled reception rooms were fitted out in the 18th century. The site is remembered for the 1169 meeting between King Louis VII, Henry II Plantagenet and Thomas Becket, and later became the residence of the Princess of Conti.
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What to know
- Adult admission costs 8 euros.
- The visit takes place on one level, with no stairs to climb.
- Dogs are allowed on a lead.
- Parking is available on the château square, as the on-site car park is reserved for guest-house visitors.
- The château has been a listed historic monument since 1964, with further protections added in 1995 and 1996.
Practical information
Opening hours
| Monday | 14:00-19:00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11:00-19:00 |
| Wednesday | 11:00-19:00 |
| Thursday | 11:00-19:00 |
| Friday (today) | 11:00-19:00 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | 11:00-19:00 |
Opening hours published by the château on its Google listing. We have not yet confirmed them on its official website.
Prices
- Adult
- €8
- Child
- Free
- Reduced
- €6
Free for Children under 6
- Visit duration
- Not verified
- Wheelchair access
- Ground floor accessible
- Dogs
- Allowed on a lead
- Parking
- Park on the château square, at the foot of the château; reserved parking for guests staying in the chambre d'hôtes.
A dedicated parking space within the park grounds, step-free access to the ticket office-shop, the tea room, the toilets and the ground floor of the château; guided tour adapted only for the ground floor.
On site
- Toilets
- Food and drink
- Gift shop
- Child-friendly
Where this château is
Montmirail · Sarthe · Pays de la Loire
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This châteauChâteaux within 40 km
Address
2 Pl. du Château, 72320 Montmirail
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- Period of construction
- 15th century, 16th century, 18th century
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Frequently asked
- Château de Montmirail: how much is admission?
- Adult admission is €8. Child: free. Reduced: €6. Free for: children under 6.
- Is the château de Montmirail accessible for visitors with reduced mobility?
- The visit takes place on one level, which makes access easier.
- Can I visit with a dog?
- Yes, dogs are allowed provided they are kept on a lead.
- Where can I park to visit the château?
- On the château square, at the foot of the building; the private car park is reserved for guest-house visitors.
- What historic event took place at the château de Montmirail?
- In 1169, King Louis VII of France and King Henry II of England met there, in the presence of Thomas Becket.
- How old is the current château?
- It results from several building phases, from the 11th-12th centuries through to the 18th century.
Information verified on August 18, 2026 · Hours and prices: see the official website
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Sources
Identity, location and official references from Wikidata and the Mérimée register.
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- Wikidata Q15944409
- Mérimée PA00109885
- Official website
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