How long does a visit to the Old Castle of Île d'Yeu take?

The visit lasts about 40 minutes.

What is the entrance fee?

The adult ticket costs 6 euros.

Is the castle a listed historic monument?

Yes, it has been listed as a historic monument since 1900.

Yes, dogs are welcome as long as they are kept on a leash.

From which period does the castle date?

The stone structure dates back to the 14th century.

Vieux-château de l'Île d'Yeu

L'Île-d'Yeu

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Prices: from €6.00
Visit duration: 40 min
Where: L'Île-d'Yeu

Official entry: hours and prices maintained by the château itself.

Vieux-château de l'Île d'Yeu stands in L'Île-d'Yeu (Vendée), in the Pays de la Loire region of France. The building is listed as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 14th century). Adult admission costs 6 EUR. Its opening hours and prices were verified at the source on September 16, 2026.

Set on an isolated rocky spur off the coast, the Old Castle of Île d'Yeu has overlooked the sea since the 14th century. Its round towers, drawbridge and the remains of the lord's residence trace three centuries of island military history, ending with its dismantling under Louis XIV. The visit takes place outdoors, among curtain walls and a donjon facing the open sea, on a site listed as a historic monument since 1900.

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What to know

The visit lasts about 40 minutes.
The adult admission fee is 6 euros.
The site is reached on foot via a bridge; no accessibility arrangements are mentioned for reduced mobility.
Dogs are allowed on a leash.
The castle is visited outdoors on a rock exposed to sea spray, so sturdy footwear is advisable.

Practical information

Opening hours

Tuesday	11:00-16:30
Thursday	11:00-16:30
Saturday	11:00-16:30
Sunday (today)	14:15-16:30

juillet et août: mardi, jeudi et samedi de 11 h à 16 h 30, dimanche de 14 h 15 à 16 h 30 ; les horaires changent souvent, consultez le site de l’office de tourisme

Prices

Adult: €6.00
Child: €2.00
Reduced: €4.00

Free for under 7 years old

Visit duration: 40 min
Wheelchair access: Not verified
Dogs: Allowed on a lead
Parking: Not verified

Recommended wheelchair access via the former quarry at the end of rue du Trou d'Enfer; this access is not served by bus, allow 30 minutes' walk to reach the château.

Where this château is

L'Île-d'Yeu · Vendée · Pays de la Loire

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Address

L'ile d, Néant, 85350 L'Île-d'Yeu

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Heritage status: Listed historic monument (classé); Mérimée record PA00110140
Period of construction: 14th century

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Frequently asked

How long does a visit to the Old Castle of Île d'Yeu take?: The visit lasts about 40 minutes.
What is the entrance fee?: The adult ticket costs 6 euros.
Is the castle a listed historic monument?: Yes, it has been listed as a historic monument since 1900.
Can I bring a dog?: Yes, dogs are welcome as long as they are kept on a leash.
From which period does the castle date?: The stone structure dates back to the 14th century.

Information verified on September 16, 2026 · Hours and prices: see the official website