Last admission: 45 minutes before closing
Wheelchair accessible Loan of wheelchairs is possible (upon availability)
You could mistake the Château de Chaumont for being pulled straight out of Disneyland, except it was built 1,000 years ago to manage borders. After a turbulent history (it was dismantled and then rebuilt after a failed rebellion against King Louis XI), the grounds have bloomed into a horticultural dream.
Art comes alive at the Domaine de Chaumont-sur-Loire, where permanent installations and seasonal offerings intermingle and leave you with a sense of reverie.
After you've seen the château's interior and adored the adornments, then head outside. No visit would be complete without stopping by the late 19th-century stables, where you'll find harnesses made by Hermès (before they turned toward high-fashion).
Combine Domaine de Chaumont-sur-Loire with other Chaumont-sur-Loire favorites. Some things are better together.