Is the château de Montreuil-Bonnin open all year round?

Available information does not mention regular opening hours; visits are mainly tied to special events.

What remains of the château today?

Ruins of an early 13th century fortress survive, including a keep and curtain walls, along with a Renaissance dwelling, currently under restoration.

Is the château listed as a historic monument?

Yes, the remains have been listed as a historic monument since 1840.

Can visitors contribute to the château's restoration?

A heritage association organises donations and patronage in support of the site's restoration.

Where is the château de Montreuil-Bonnin located?

It stands in the commune of Boivre-la-Vallée, in the Vienne department, close to the Futuroscope park.

Château de Montreuil-Bonnin

Montreuil-Bonnin Castle

Boivre-la-Vallée

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Château de Montreuil-Bonnin stands in Boivre-la-Vallée (Vienne), in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region of France. The building is listed as a historic monument. Its opening hours and prices have not been verified at the source yet.

The ruins of the château de Montreuil-Bonnin stand in the Boivre valley, in the commune of Boivre-la-Vallée, in the Vienne department. This early 13th century fortress, linked by legend to the fairy Mélusine, has been under restoration since 2012, a project carried out by the owners, a heritage association and the regional cultural authority. The keep, curtain walls and Renaissance dwelling illustrate the military architecture of Poitou, restored phase by phase.

This place also features in The castles of the fairy Melusine

What to know

The site is an ongoing restoration project, so some areas may be closed or under scaffolding.
The ruins are mainly open to visitors during special events such as the European Heritage Days.
The monument has been listed as a historic monument since 1840.
The grounds consist of ruins, so sturdy footwear is advisable for uneven terrain.
The château is located near the Futuroscope park, in the Poitou region.

Practical information

Opening hours

du 1er au 4 juillet 2025: 12h00-18h00
du 23 août au 30 septembre 2025: 12h00-18h00
visite de groupe toute l'année sur réservation

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

Where this château is

Boivre-la-Vallée · Vienne · Nouvelle-Aquitaine

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Address

4 Rue du Château, 86470 Boivre-la-Vallée

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Château phone number

+33 6 45 10 65 04

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Heritage status: Listed historic monument (classé); Mérimée record PA00105554

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Frequently asked

Is the château de Montreuil-Bonnin open all year round?: Available information does not mention regular opening hours; visits are mainly tied to special events.
What remains of the château today?: Ruins of an early 13th century fortress survive, including a keep and curtain walls, along with a Renaissance dwelling, currently under restoration.
Is the château listed as a historic monument?: Yes, the remains have been listed as a historic monument since 1840.
Can visitors contribute to the château's restoration?: A heritage association organises donations and patronage in support of the site's restoration.
Where is the château de Montreuil-Bonnin located?: It stands in the commune of Boivre-la-Vallée, in the Vienne department, close to the Futuroscope park.

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