Château des Arcis

The château (a historic monument) stands on a square platform surrounded by a wide moat, which is easy to cross since a drawbridge has been replaced by a standing bridge. At one corner of the courtyard stands the four-storey keep, with its superb slate roof. The Grand Bâtiment des Servitudes will impress you with its size: designed to house horses in stables on the ground floor and men-at-arms in a huge room under the roof, it is flanked by a large dovecote.
Surrounded by its moat, the château stands in the heart of the garden like a timeless setting. You can't visit the interior, but its silhouette, facades and reflections give rhythm to the walk and give depth to the landscape perspectives. Visitors are invited to slow down, observe, and feel the harmony between the château and its Renaissance gardens.
Charles de Cervon was a Companion of the Order of the King and an ordinary gentleman of his court (Henry IV, then Louis XIII), and was therefore sensitive to the fashions of his time: a large park is hidden at the back of the château, restored and replanted in 2009-2010, according to a plan typical of the late Renaissance.
You'll discover the pleasure garden, with its boxwood embroidery and flowerbeds. You can then stroll along the shady paths, walk along the canals, follow the banks of the pond, discover the rose garden and explore the labyrinth island.
Escape-garden for adults and children: Robin Hood is back! With your family or friends, try to collect Lord Charles' ransom by solving the riddles suggested by Robin and his companions hidden in the park. Don't get lost, though, as the horrible Pierre le Cornu is waiting for you .... Riddles for adults, children and toddlers so you can enjoy the same fun-filled trail as a family!
Learn to recognise birdsong using the Birdie Memory application (free download on smartphone)
Treasure hunt: D'Artagnan in search of the elixir of long life! King Louis XIII is dying! With d'Artagnan and his friend, the Seigneur des Arcis, go in search of the elixir of long life ... or make it yourself thanks to a strange magician who lives secretly in his tower ... Beware, traitors lurk ...

Open from 27 April to 20 September on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays and public holidays
visits by appointment possible on other days, subject to availability

Opening times: 1pm - 7pm, except for public holidays and "Rendez-vous aux jardins": 10am - 12.30pm and 2pm - 6pm

Admission: adults €7, children aged 6 to 12 inclusive €4, family admission €20 for two adults and two children,

Guided or self-guided tours available daily by prior arrangement for groups.