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Castles open for the May 2027 long weekends in Dordogne

39 castles open

1 May, Ascension and 8 May, Whitsun: three long weekends

39 castles in Dordogne open during at least one of the May 2027 long weekends according to their hours or season: 22 with precise days, 17 on their announced season only. Many close on 1 May: the list says which ones announce it.

Opening hours come from the castle’s official website, or from Google when the site does not publish any, and are re-read every ninety days. Seasons are copied word for word from the castle’s website. A castle can close without notice: its entry lists a phone number.

Known opening days

Open in season, without a precise timetable

These castles announce a season covering these dates without giving days: call before you go.

Other départementsEvery castle in Dordogne

Frequently asked questions

What are the May 2027 long weekends in France?
In 2027, 1 May and 8 May fall on a Saturday. Ascension Day is Thursday 6 May: with the school bridge day on Friday 7, the weekend runs from Thursday 6 to Sunday 9 May and includes 8 May. Whit Sunday is 16 May, and Monday 17 is a public holiday.
Are castles open on 1 May in Dordogne?
18 castles open on Saturday 1 May 2027 according to their hours: Maison forte de Reignac, Château de Biron, Château de Bourdeilles, Château de Campagne, Château d'Excideuil, Château de Mareuil, Château Barrière and Château de Montréal. One castle announces it is closed on 1 May.
Which free castles are open in Dordogne over the May 2027 long weekends?
3 castles with free entry open over the May 2027 long weekends: Château de Campagne, Château d'Excideuil and Château Barrière.
How is this list made?
We read the hours, seasons and closing days each castle publishes on its official website, rechecked nightly. A castle without published hours is not listed, even if it opens.