Can you visit the château des Magnans?

The château operates as a holiday residence, so access depends on that use rather than a traditional heritage visit.

Who built the château des Magnans?

It was built between 1903 and 1913 by architect B. Ramelli for Louis Fortoul, a merchant who had made his fortune in Mexico.

Where does the château's name come from?

The name refers to the silkworm-rearing activity that once marked the Ubaye valley, before many locals left for Mexico.

Is the château des Magnans a listed historic monument?

Its facades, roofs and outdoor staircase have been listed as a historic monument since 1986.

Is there parking near the château?

A free private car park, accessible to people with reduced mobility, is available without prior booking.

Château des Magnans

Magnans Castle

Jausiers

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Where: Jausiers

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Château des Magnans stands in Jausiers (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence), in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region of France. The building is registered as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: first quarter of the 20th century). Its opening hours and prices have not been verified at the source yet.

On the edge of Jausiers, along the road leading to the Col de la Bonette, a white mansion in a fanciful medieval style stands out against the mountain scenery. Built in the early 20th century for a merchant who made his fortune in Mexico, the château des Magnans takes its name from the valley's former silk industry. Inside, a stairway holds a stained-glass window by Louis Balmet and terracotta sculptures attributed to Clodion. The building was converted into a holiday residence and is now visited in that capacity.

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What to know

The château now operates as a holiday residence, which shapes how it can be visited.
Only the facades, roofs and outdoor staircase are protected as a listed historic monument.
A free private car park, accessible to people with reduced mobility, is available without prior booking.
The château stands at the edge of Jausiers, on the road leading to the Col de la Bonette.

Practical information

Opening hours

Monday	Closed
Tuesday	Closed
Wednesday	09:00-12:00 · 15:00-18:00
Thursday	09:00-12:00 · 15:00-18:00
Friday	09:00-12:00 · 15:00-18:00
Saturday	09:00-12:00 · 15:00-18:00
Sunday (today)	09:00-12:00 · 15:00-18:00

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: Free private parking, no prior reservation required, accessible to people with reduced mobility

Free private parking accessible to people with reduced mobility; 5 P.M.R. accommodations

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Child-friendly

Where this château is

Jausiers · Alpes-de-Haute-Provence · Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

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Address

189 Montée des Magnans, 04850 Jausiers

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Château phone number

+33 4 92 64 47 54

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Heritage status: Registered historic monument (inscrit); Mérimée record PA00080406
Period of construction: first quarter of the 20th century

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Frequently asked

Can you visit the château des Magnans?: The château operates as a holiday residence, so access depends on that use rather than a traditional heritage visit.
Who built the château des Magnans?: It was built between 1903 and 1913 by architect B. Ramelli for Louis Fortoul, a merchant who had made his fortune in Mexico.
Where does the château's name come from?: The name refers to the silkworm-rearing activity that once marked the Ubaye valley, before many locals left for Mexico.
Is the château des Magnans a listed historic monument?: Its facades, roofs and outdoor staircase have been listed as a historic monument since 1986.
Is there parking near the château?: A free private car park, accessible to people with reduced mobility, is available without prior booking.