Château de Villeneuve-Lembron
Villeneuve-Lembron Castle
Villeneuve
Visit
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- Prices
- from €7
- Visit duration
- 60 min
- Where
- Villeneuve
To make a day of it
Château de Villeneuve-Lembron stands in Villeneuve (Puy-de-Dôme), in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of France. The building is listed as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 15th century). Adult admission costs 7 EUR. Its opening hours and prices were verified at the source on August 11, 2026.
Built at the end of the 15th century by Rigaud d'Aureille, steward to Louis XI, the château de Villeneuve-Lembron has a square plan flanked by four round towers and surrounded by moats. Under Louis XIII its windows were enlarged to bring in more light and comfort, giving this pleasure residence its present appearance. Inside, the courtyard gallery displays a set of satirical wall paintings, including one depicting deceived husbands.
What to know
- A full visit to the château takes about one hour.
- The adult admission fee is 7 euros.
- Dogs are not allowed, except guide and assistance dogs.
- The château is a listed historic monument, with protection covering its interior decoration and wall paintings.
- The building dates from the late 15th century, with alterations made in the 17th century.
Practical information
Opening hours
- du 15 mai au 15 septembre
- 10h-12h30 et 14h-18h30, fermé le lundi
- du 16 septembre au 14 mai
- 10h-12h30 et 14h-17h30, fermé le lundi et le mardi
Annual closures : 1 January; 1 May; 1 and 11 November; 25 December
Prices
- Adult
- €7.00
- Child
- Free
Free for Under 18 years old; 18-25 years old (EEA nationals and non-European legal residents); Person with disability and one accompanying person; Job seeker (upon presentation of a certificate less than 6 months old); Valid Pass éducation; First Sunday of January, February, March, November and December
- Visit duration
- 60 min
- Wheelchair access
- Not verified
- Dogs
- Not allowed
- Parking
- Not verified
On site
- Child-friendly
Where this château is
Villeneuve · Puy-de-Dôme · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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Address
Villeneuve, Puy-de-Dôme
Directions open from wherever you are, by car or public transport.
- Period of construction
- 15th century
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Frequently asked
- How long does a visit to the château de Villeneuve-Lembron take?
- A visit takes about one hour.
- How much is the entrance fee for the château de Villeneuve-Lembron?
- The adult admission fee is 7 euros.
- Can I bring my dog to the château de Villeneuve-Lembron?
- No, dogs are not permitted, except guide and assistance dogs.
- Who built the château de Villeneuve-Lembron?
- It was built at the end of the 15th century by Rigaud d'Aureille, steward to Louis XI.
- What can be seen inside the château de Villeneuve-Lembron?
- Visitors can see satirical wall paintings decorating the courtyard gallery.
Information verified on August 11, 2026 · Hours and prices: see the official website
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Sources
Identity, location and official references from Wikidata and the Mérimée register.
- This entry in Markdown
- Wikidata Q2729516
- Mérimée PA00092466
- Official website
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