Can you visit the Château de Vaugirard?

Yes, although it is a private residence, the château is open to the public.

How old is the Château de Vaugirard?

It was built between around 1600 and 1610, at the very beginning of the 17th century.

What is listed as a historic monument at the Château de Vaugirard?

The facades, roofs, entrance gate, the knights' chamber with its decor and the adjoining fireplace, listed since 1970.

Where is the Château de Vaugirard located?

It lies near Champdieu, in the Loire department, south-east of the village and north of Montbrison.

Château de Vaugirard

Vaugirard Castle

Champdieu

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Where: Champdieu

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Château de Vaugirard stands in Champdieu (Loire), in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of France. The building is listed as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: first quarter of the 17th century). Its opening hours and prices have not been verified at the source yet.

A few kilometres from Montbrison, the Château de Vaugirard stands south-east of Champdieu, in the Loire department. Built at the very start of the 17th century, it reflects the aristocratic lifestyle of the period, blending residence with rural leisure. The so-called knights' chamber on the first floor retains a notable decor, and the entrance gate sets the tone for the whole building.

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What to know

The château is privately owned but open to visitors.
Only specific parts are protected and can be seen: facades, roofs, entrance gate, the knights' chamber and its fireplace.
The site lies outside the village of Champdieu, about two kilometres to the south-east.
No opening hours or admission fees are listed in the available data, so checking in advance is advisable.

Practical information

Opening hours

Monday	14:00-18:00
Tuesday	14:00-18:00
Wednesday (today)	14:00-18:00
Thursday	14:00-18:00
Friday	Closed
Saturday	Closed
Sunday	14:00-18:00

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

Champdieu · Loire · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

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Address

1771 Chem. de Barge, 42600 Champdieu

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

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Château phone number

+33 4 77 58 33 88

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Heritage status: Listed historic monument (classé); Mérimée record PA00117444
Period of construction: first quarter of the 17th century

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Frequently asked

Can you visit the Château de Vaugirard?: Yes, although it is a private residence, the château is open to the public.
How old is the Château de Vaugirard?: It was built between around 1600 and 1610, at the very beginning of the 17th century.
What is listed as a historic monument at the Château de Vaugirard?: The facades, roofs, entrance gate, the knights' chamber with its decor and the adjoining fireplace, listed since 1970.
Where is the Château de Vaugirard located?: It lies near Champdieu, in the Loire department, south-east of the village and north of Montbrison.