How old is the château de Roche-la-Molière?

Its origins date to the 14th century, though most visible elements stem from later building campaigns, particularly the 18th century.

Can you visit the château de Roche-la-Molière?

The park is freely accessible and the building hosts exhibitions as a cultural venue.

Is the château de Roche-la-Molière a listed monument?

It has been listed as a historic monument since December 17, 1985.

Who owned the château de Roche-la-Molière?

The estate passed through several noble families, including the Lavieu and Augerolles, before being bought in 1772 by the merchant Jacques Neyron, its last lord.

What can be seen in the château's park?

The park features walking paths, a children's play area, and the remains of old vaulted structures to the north.

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Prices: from €4.00
Visit duration: 90 min
Where: Roche-la-Molière

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Château de Roche-la-Molière stands in Roche-la-Molière (Loire), in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of France. The building is registered as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 14th century, 16th century, 18th century). Adult admission costs 4 EUR. Its opening hours and prices have not been verified at the source yet.

The château de Roche-la-Molière stands within a landscaped park in the town of the same name, in the Loire department. Founded in the 14th century, it passed through many hands before becoming, in the 20th century, a municipal cultural venue. Visitors come here to walk the park's paths, see the remaining vaulted structures at the northern end of the grounds, and view the facades and interior features protected as a historic monument.

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What to know

The château's park includes walking paths and a children's play area, freely accessible.
The remains of the old vaulted structures are located in the northern part of the grounds.
The building now houses a cultural venue with exhibitions.
The historic monument protection covers the facades, roofs, the 18th-century staircase, the spiral staircase, the northern rampart and the former kitchens.
No information on opening hours, admission fees or accessibility is available here.

Practical information

Opening hours

Monday	Closed
Tuesday	Closed
Wednesday	Closed
Thursday	Closed
Friday	Closed
Saturday	15:00-17:00
Sunday (today)	Closed

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

Annual closures : public holidays; 14 July; 15 August; 1 November; 11 November; 25 December; 1 January

Prices

Adult: €4.00
Child: Free

Free for accompanied children and students upon presentation of proof

Visit duration: 90 min
Wheelchair access: Not verified
Dogs: Not verified
Parking: Not verified

On site

Child-friendly

Where this château is

Roche-la-Molière · Loire · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

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Address

10 Rue Victor Hugo, 42230 Roche-la-Molière

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Château phone number

+33 4 77 25 20 67

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Heritage status: Registered historic monument (inscrit); Mérimée record PA00117568
Period of construction: 14th century, 16th century, 18th century

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Frequently asked

How old is the château de Roche-la-Molière?: Its origins date to the 14th century, though most visible elements stem from later building campaigns, particularly the 18th century.
Can you visit the château de Roche-la-Molière?: The park is freely accessible and the building hosts exhibitions as a cultural venue.
Is the château de Roche-la-Molière a listed monument?: It has been listed as a historic monument since December 17, 1985.
Who owned the château de Roche-la-Molière?: The estate passed through several noble families, including the Lavieu and Augerolles, before being bought in 1772 by the merchant Jacques Neyron, its last lord.
What can be seen in the château's park?: The park features walking paths, a children's play area, and the remains of old vaulted structures to the north.