Christmas at the Château
Visitors experience the château, surrounding park, and Grandes Écuries decorated with festive holiday illuminations and displays. Guests can enjoy an equestrian holiday show under the dome, take themed guided tours through the historic collections, or take part in illumination card-making workshops. A gourmet food area in the park offers hot chocolate, crêpes, and other sweet and savory snacks.
Sun, Nov 15, 2026 All ages
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Plan Your Visit
Tickets
Family one-day ticket: €55 for 2 adults and 2 or 3 children aged 7–17. Timed one-day ticket: full price €21 for ages over 25; reduced price €17.50 for ages 7–25. One-day ticket plus the separate Christmas show: full price €32 for ages over 25; reduced price €26 for ages 3–25. The page also describes what the one-day and combo tickets include.
Food & Drink
From December 20 to January 4, the park food area offers savoury snacks, crêpes, hot chocolate and other treats.
Accessibility
Wheelchairs can be borrowed on site subject to availability, and parking is free for visitors with disabilities.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Reserve a timed one-day ticket in advance and keep its assigned entry time in mind when planning your château visit.
- Collect the free game booklet at the château ticket desk if visiting with children aged 6–12.
- If attending Le Noël oublié, arrive at least 30 minutes before the equestrian show begins under the dome.
- Plan around the dated guided tours and card-making workshop, which run only on specified December and January dates.
- Visit the park food area between December 20 and January 4 for hot chocolate, crêpes and snacks.
Special Events & Promotions
- Reduced admission is offered for ages 7–25; the Christmas-show ticket has reduced admission for ages 3–25.
- A family ticket is available for two adults and two or three children aged 7–17.
- The Noël equestrian show is sold separately or with a one-day admission ticket; the show-only ticket includes Grandes Écuries admission.
- The guided Christmas visits are available on specified dates and require an extra ticket.
- The Christmas-card workshop is available on specified dates and requires an extra ticket.
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are strollers allowed inside the château?
Strollers and baby carriers without rigid frames are permitted inside both the château and the Grandes Écuries, but strollers are not available to borrow on site.
Are photography and filming permitted during equestrian shows?
Photography and filming (even without flash) are strictly prohibited under the dome during equestrian shows to avoid startling the animals.
Can pets enter the estate?
Pets are not allowed on the grounds, even on leashes or in bags, with an exception for guide and assistance dogs.
Is there luggage storage on site?
There are no lockers or luggage storage facilities available, and large bags and motorcycle helmets are not accepted.
Can visitors leave the estate and re-enter on the same day?
Same-day re-entry is permitted upon presentation of a valid day ticket.
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