Château de Brissac
Pays de la Loire
Château de Brissac is a majestic French château located in the Pays de la Loire region, owned by the noble Cossé family, who hold the hereditary title of Duke of Brissac. Originally built as a fortress in the 11th century by the Counts of Anjou, it was rebuilt in the 15th century and extensively renovated in the early 17th century by Charles II de Cossé with Baroque architectural influences. Standing seven stories tall, it is the tallest château in France with 204 rooms. The château has witnessed significant historical events, including a truce meeting between King Louis XIII and his mother Marie de Medici in 1620. It was ransacked during the French Revolution but restored starting in the mid-19th century. Today, it remains a family residence and is open to the public for tours, overnight stays, and cultural events such as the Val de Loire festival held in its gilded theatre. Its impressive façade, historical interiors, and extensive landscaped park make it a unique destination in the Loire Valley.
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Tipp: Visitors are advised that the château and its landscaped park are open daily except Tuesdays, from 10 AM to 1 PM and 2 PM to 6 PM, with last entry one hour before closing. No advance reservation is required for individual visits, and tickets are sold only on site. Guided group visits can be arranged in advance. The best time to visit is outside of peak summer crowds for a more intimate experience. Allow approximately 75 minutes to explore the château and grounds at a comfortable pace.
Interessante Fakten
- •Château de Brissac is the tallest château in France, with seven stories and 204 rooms.
- •Its gilded theatre, inaugurated in 1890, hosts the annual Val de Loire festival.
- •In 1620, King Louis XIII and his mother Marie de Medici met here to negotiate a temporary truce.
- •The château was used as a filming location for the Japanese Iron Chef TV show in the 1990s.
- •The château has housed valuable artworks from Versailles and other French museums during wartime for safekeeping.
Geschichte
The Château de Brissac was originally constructed in the 11th century by Foulques Nerra, Count of Anjou, as a fortified castle.
After being given to Guillaume des Roches following King Philip II's victory over the English, it was rebuilt in the 15th century by Pierre de Brézé.
In the early 17th century, after suffering damage during the French Wars of Religion, Charles II de Cossé received royal support to rebuild the château in Baroque style, making it the tallest château in France.
The château was a site of political importance, hosting a reconciliation meeting between Louis XIII and Marie de Medici in 1620.
It was confiscated and damaged during the French Revolution but restored from 1844 onward by the Cossé-Brissac family, who continue to own it today.
OrtsfĂĽhrer
Grand Facade and Towers17th century
The château's façade is a striking example of 17th-century Baroque architecture, featuring two towers from the original 15th-century fortress on its east side, blending medieval and classical styles.
Gilded Theatre1890
Built in 1890 by Jeanne-Marie Say, the gilded theatre spans two floors and is used for cultural events including the Val de Loire festival, showcasing exquisite interior decoration and acoustics.
Historic Interiors and Guest Rooms
Visitors can explore richly decorated salons, medieval kitchens, and guest rooms adorned with 17th-century tapestries, offering a glimpse into aristocratic life over centuries.
Landscaped Park
The château is surrounded by a large landscaped park, ideal for leisurely walks and enjoying the château’s monumental presence from various viewpoints.
Kontakt
Telefon: 02 41 91 22 21
