Chaumont-sur-Loire Domain Skip the Line Ticket
- Skip the winding queues and enjoy priority access to the Château de Chaumont-sur-Loire.
- The mansion was burned to the ground by King Louis XI in the 15th century and later reconstructed.
- It has many Renaissance design elements and has changed many hands, like from Catherine de Medici to Diane de Poitiers.
- Walk through its lavishly furnished rooms, the grand spiral staircase and admire the many works of art on display.
- Head to the terraces to enjoy stunning views of the Loire Valley.
- Explore the stables, known for being well ahead of their time.
- Admire the gardening masterpieces at the International Garden Festival.
- Infants aged 5 and below go free. Children aged 6-18 enjoy reduced ticket pricing (carry a valid photo ID).
- This ticket cannot be canceled, amended or rescheduled.
Combo (Save 4%): Chambord Castle + Chaumont-sur-Loire Domaine Tickets
- Explore two magnificent French castles in the Loire Valley with this money-saving combo ticket.
- Discover the unique French Renaissance architectural style of Chambord Castle and marvel at its ornate decor.
- Enjoy and relax in the neighboring French gardens at your own pace.
- Get a chance to see the renowned da Vinci-inspired double helix staircase.
- Skip the line and visit Château de Chaumont which was founded in the 10th century.
- Sroll the lavishly furnished rooms and the grand spiral staircase.
- Admire the International Green Festival and its impressive contemporary garden and landscape design.
Chambord Castle
- Skip-the-line ticket to Chambord Castle
- Access to the Chambord gardens
- Entry to the temporary exhibitions in Chambord
Chaumont-sur-Loire Domaine
- Priority access to Chaumont-sur-Loire and Domaine de Chaumont
- A pass for the International Garden Festival
- Access to the Goualoup Park around
- Entry into the vegetable garden and greenhouse
- Access to the Gardeners Court Gallery
- Entry into the Bee Barn
######Discounted Tickets
Chambord Castle
- Children aged 18 and under, and EU residents aged 26 and under can go for free (carry a valid photo ID).
Chaumont-sur-Loire Domaine
- Infants aged 5 and under can go for free. Children aged 18 and under enjoy reduced price tickets (carry a valid photo ID).
- This ticket cannot be canceled, amended or refunded.
- Discover two of the most beautiful castles of Loire Valley, Chenonceau and Chaumont-sur-Loire, with a single value-for-money ticket.
- Gain priority entry into the Chenonceau Castle, and feel like a royal as you explore the exquisite living quarters, the chapel, and the gallery.
- Admire the extensive royal gardens and the elegant gallery bridge that spans over the Cher river.
- Please note that your voucher will have a link to help you book a timeslot for your visit. You can also book it directly at the venue (depending on availability).
- Later, make your way to Chaumont-sur-Loire and enter with priority access, where you will find lavishly furnished rooms, a grand staircase and several beautiful works of art on display.
- Go up to the terraces to enjoy breathtaking views of the Loire Valley.
- Discover the 19th-century stables, which were ahead of their time as they featured rare modern elements at that time, including running water and electric lamps.
- Admire green masterpieces from garden designers from all over the world at the International Garden Festival.
- Priority access to the Chenonceau Castle
- Priority access to the Domaine de Chaumont
- Priority access to the château
- A pass for the International Garden Festival
- Access to the Goualoup Park
- Access to the vegetable garden and greenhouse
- Access to the Gardeners Court Gallery
- Access to the Bee Barn
Chenonceau Castle
- Infants aged 6 and under go free. Children aged 7-17 enjoy reduced ticket pricing (carry a valid photo ID).
Chaumont-sur-Loire
- Infants aged 5 and under go free. Children aged 6-18 enjoy reduced ticket pricing (carry a valid photo ID).
- This ticket cannot be canceled, amended, or refunded.
Combo (Save 13%): Chaumont-sur-Loire + Clos Lucé + Amboise Castle Tickets
- Avail of this money-saving 3-in-1 combo ticket that gives you hassle-free, priority access to Chaumont-sur-Loire, Château Clos Lucé and the Royal Castle of Amboise.
- Explore the Chaumont-sur-Loire, a beautiful mansion that burned to the ground by King Louis XI in the 15th century and later reconstructed.
- Featuring several Renaissance design elements, it has changed many hands, like from Catherine de Medici to Diane de Poitiers.
- Discover the mansion's opulent rooms, the grand staircase, and the artworks on display and go up to the terrace for a stunning view of Loire Valley.
- Check out the modern at its time 19th-century stables, and admire the green creative works of art at the International Garden Festival.
- Discover 800 years of French history at the Château of Clos Lucé, the last residence of Leonardo da Vinci in Amboise.
- See several of his splendid collections of art, as well as his inventions on display. These include the aerial screw, assault chariot, and multi-barrelled gun.
- Stroll through the lush manicured gardens, and treat yourself to local delicacies at three different restaurants available on-site (at your own cost).
- Take in the late Gothic and early Renaissance architecture of Amboise castle, a residence for France kings for more than 400 years.
- Feel like you have slipped back in time with the help of the latest HistoPad technology with 3D reconstructions of the Logis (included in the entrance fee).
- Pay your respects at the tomb of Leonardo da Vinci in the castle's chapel.
- Explore the stunning garden, and search for traveling plants and over 80 species of birds.
- Priority access to the Domaine de Chaumont
- Priority access to the château
- A pass for the International Garden Festival
- Access to the Goualoup Park
- Access to the vegetable garden and greenhouse
- Access to the Gardeners Court Gallery
- Access to the Bee Barn
- Priority access to Château Clos Lucé + Exhibition
- Access to European Renaissance Music Festival (26th-27th Sep)
- Priority access to the Royal Castle of Amboise
Chaumont-sur-Loire
- Infants aged 5 and under go free. Children aged 6-18 enjoy reduced ticket pricing (carry a valid photo ID).
Château Clos Lucé
- Infants aged 6 and under go free. Children aged 7-18 enjoy reduced ticket pricing (carry a valid photo ID).
Amboise Castle
- Infants aged 7 and under go free. Children aged 8-17, as well as students, enjoy reduced ticket pricing (carry a valid photo ID).
- This ticket cannot be canceled, amended, or refunded.
- Fall in love with the beauty of three Loire Valley castles with a single, pocket-friendly combo ticket.
- Your ticket gives you skip-the-line access to Château Chenonceau, Château Chaumont-sur-Loire, and Château de Chambord.
- Enter the crown jewel of the French Renaissance, Château Chenonceau, and gasp at the views of the River Cher from its rooms.
- Tour the massive Château Chambord, the largest castle in the Loire Valley.
- See the amazing annual garden festival at the Château Chaumont-sur-Loire, and marvel at the stables equipped with china feeding troughs.
- Skip-the-line entry to Château Chenonceau, Château Chaumont-sur-Loire, and Château Chambord
- At the Château Chaumont-sur-Loire, you also get: a pass for the International Garden Festival, access to the Goualoup Park, entry into the vegetable garden and greenhouse, access to the Gardeners Court Gallery, and entry into the Bee Barn
Château Chenonceau
Infants aged 6 and under go free. Children aged 7-17 enjoy reduced ticket prices (carry a valid photo ID).
Château Chaumont-sur-Loire
Infants aged 5 and below go free. Children aged 6-18 enjoy reduced ticket pricing (carry a valid photo ID).
- This ticket cannot be canceled, amended, or rescheduled.
Chateau de Chaumont Sur Loire Reopens Post COVID-19
After two months of lockdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Chateau de Chaumont Sur Loire has reopened for the public on 21 July 2020. It has reopened in accordance with guidelines by the government. Visitors are requested to follow the health guidelines to ensure their health and safety.
COVID-19 Safety & Measures at Chateau de Chaumont Sur Loire
- Visitors are requested to book their admission tickets online in advance as visits inside the domain are by reservation only.
- Reserve your time slots in advance, as on-site ticket sales will be subject to availability.
- The latest sanitary measures are in place as per the government announcements.
- Presentation of a Sanitary Pass or ‘pass sanitaire’ is mandatory at the site entrance to access all the Domain of Chaumont Sur Loire facilities.
- The Pass Sanitaire must include a QR code, and the pass must be presented with an identity document approved by the government. The pass can be presented either in an electronic format or a document.
- The Pass Sanitaire can be either one of the following:
1. Proof of complete vaccination (General case: 2 doses of vaccine + 7 days after the second dose of vaccine)
2. A Negative RT-PCR or antigenic test, less than 72hours old.
3. A positive RT-PCR or antigenic test to prove Covid-19 recovery. The test must be at least 15 days old but not more than 6 months old.
4. Self-tests won't be considered valid. - Wearing masks have been made mandatory outdoors and indoors.
Why Visit Chateau de Chaumont Sur Loire
- After being destroyed by Loius XI, Château de Chaumont Sur Loire or Chateau de Chaumont was rebuilt by Charles I d'Amboise in the 15th century and protected as a national heritage site ‘monument historique’ in France since 1840.
- For over 500 years, it was owned by the Amboise family and was turned into an ornamental château. This restoration and renovation work had a Renaissance influence.
- The major feature of the Chateau de Chaumont is the sculpted decoration on the outer facade.
- The rich history of the strategic importance of over 1000 years and later becoming a prized ornamental possession makes the Chateau de Chaumont one of the most defining buildings of the Domaine of Chaumont Sur Loire.
Your Chateau de Chaumont Sur Loire Tickets Explained
Chaumont-sur-Loire Domain Skip the Line Tickets
Enjoy priority access to the Chateau de Chaumont Sur Loire with the skip-the-line tickets as it grants access to the beautiful castle without any waiting at the ticketing lines. Explore the beautiful structure at your own pace and get to know how it was once burned down and then got renovated and redecorated with Renaissance design elements as it changed multiple hands- from Catherine de Medici to Diane de Poitiers. Take a stroll through the lavishly furnished rooms, the grand spiral staircase and admire the works of art that are put on display, followed by a marvelous view of the Loire Valley from the castle terrace. Spend your time exploring the stables and the gardening masterpiece at the International Garden Festival.
Discounted Chateau de Chaumont Sur Loire Tickets
Tickets for children aged 6 to 18 are available at a discounted price.
Chateau de Chaumont Sur Loire Tickets
Kids under 5 years can visit Chateau de Chaumont for free.
What is the Best Way to Buy Chateau de Chaumont Sur Loire Tickets? Book Online
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- Advance Reservations: On-site Chateau de Chaumont Sur Loire tickets are subject to availability. Book your slots in advance and avoid the chances of tickets being sold out.
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Chateau de Chaumont Sur Loire Highlights
Planets And Days Tapestries
Acquired by Prince and Princess Henri-Amédée de Broglie in 1889, this late 16th-century masterpiece is displayed in the East Wing of the Council Chamber at Chateau de Chaumont Sur Loire. This eight-tapestry wall hanging woven artwork has been restored in the Royal Manufacturers De Wit workshops in Belgium and happens to be one of the only two copies in the world, while the other being on display at Bavarian National Museum in Munich.
The Historical Rooms
There are multiple historical rooms in the castle, each of them holding to a unique historical significance. Rooms like The Ruggieri Room, The Catherine de Medici room –formerly a ceremonial bedroom, The council chamber, The Guard’s room, and The King’s Room houses different period furniture and set pieces that are unique to its time and place. The rooms are well-preserved to ensure that visitors go back in time as they step into them.
The Grand Spiral Staircase
This grand staircase is a classic display of Italian-style architecture by French artists of the 1500s. It has a unique design with three-foiled Gothic motifs with Renaissance foliage and column shafts covering Italianising arabesques. It also has stained glass windows with motifs representing the different owners of the Chateau de Chaumont Sur Loire. The staircase takes you up to different parts of the Chateau, each with its own specialty & features.
International Garden Festival
The annual garden festival of Chateau de Chaumont or the 'Festival International des Jardins de Chaumont Sur Loire,’ also known as the International Festival of Gardens, is held at the castle from May to early November. Every year the festival is celebrated with a different theme as 25 different famous gardeners of the world, each creating their own unique masterpieces for the festival, attracting 350,000 visitors each year.
Where Is Chateau de Chaumont Sur Loire?
Located in Chaumont Sur Loire region of Centre-Val de Loire, Chateau de Chaumont Sur Loire is beautiful historic castle in the Loire Valley, France. It is located at 41150 Chaumont-sur-Loire, France, which is quite close to the Chaumont Sur Loire railway station.
Plan Your Visit To Chateau de Chaumont Sur Loire
Chateau de Chaumont is open all year round, except on 1 January and 25 December.
Opening Timings: 10 AM
Closing Timings
- January: 5: 30 PM
- February - March: 6 PM
- Apri - October: 7 PM
- November 1st Week: 6 PM
- November - January: 5:30 PM
Last Entry: 1 hour before closing time
Address: 41150 Chaumont-sur-Loire, France
By Train & Shuttle: Intercités train
- Nearest Station: Onzain / Chaumont Sur Loire station
- Duration: 1hr 40m
Train & Shuttle connects Paris to Chateau de Chaumont. A shuttle service runs between Onzain / Chaumont Sur Loire station to the Domain, in the morning and late afternoon, connecting with the train to and from Paris.
By Car: A10 Motorway
- From Bordeaux: Exit 17.
- From Paris: Exit 18.
Free parking space is available in the village of Chaumont Sur Loire.
There are multiple things to do and areas to explore at Chateau De Chaumont Sur Loire, including:
- Chateau de Chaumont Sur Loire, the Stables, & the Historical Park
- 55 contemporary art installations and exhibitions
- 30 new gardens in the context of the International Garden Festival
Arrive at the site at the opening hours to spend the maximum time possible. Most tourists visiting the attraction during International Garden Festival spend over 3 hours exploring the annual festival.
There are several arrangements made in the Castle complex for the comfort of the visitors. Like:
- Recliner Seats (Chateau)
- Benches (International Garden Festival site)
- Baby changing facility
- Bottle warmer
- Pushchair shelter
- Picnic area
- Wheelchair Accessible: International Garden Festival, Chateau
- Reserved parking space for the disabled
- Adapted toilets in the farmyard
- Wheelchair rental service
- Magnetic loop amplifiers
- Brail visitors guide (upon request)
- Locker facility
- Dog are allowed in International Garden Festival and Historic Grounds, not in Chateau.
There are a few restaurants in the castle compound and nearby that the visitors can choose from. They all serve unique dishes, made fresh mostly from local produce.
- Le Grand Velum: Timings 12 PM to 2:30 PM; It is famous for its International Garden Festival-inspired, highly sophisticated dishes.
- Le Comptoir Des Tilleuls: Timings 12 PM to 3 PM; You get to enjoy regional Home cooked food made from locally sourced produce.
- L’Estaminet: Timings 11 AM to 6:30 PM; Perfect for enjoying “home-made” sandwiches, snacks, meals, hot drinks, and refreshments.
- Le Café du Parc: Timings 11 AM to 6:30 PM; Known for its home-made refreshments with the relaxation of a shady terrace.
Chaumont Viaduct: It is a remarkable architectural work and a work of art overlooking the Suize Valley. It is a railway bridge on the Paris-Est line to Mulhouse-Ville, with a pedestrian-way in the first level.
Musée d’Art et d’Histoire: It is an interesting museum in the old Palace of the Counts of Champagne with an intriguing archaeology collection. It has a vast collection of items ranging from 3,000-year-old armor and Renaissance tomb sculptures to 17th-century altarpieces.
Basilique Saint-Jean-Baptiste: It is a 13-century basilica Gothic carvings of Bible scenes. It is the region’s chief religious building, which was renovated in the 1500s while still holding on to the details of the previous periods.
Millière Raboton: Enjoy relaxing boat rides on the river Loire. You get to enjoy a unique and authentic experience, making your trip a memorable one.
Visitor Tips
- The language spoken in this region is English & French.
- At the Chateau de Chaumont Sur Loire, systematic bag checks comply with the Vigipirate Plan. Bags exceeding the dimensions of 55cm x 35cm x 20cm are not allowed.
- Suitcases and large bags are not allowed.
- Visitors are requested to be understanding in situations with possible delays caused by the security checks at the entrance points.
- Visitors are requested to comply with security checks.
All Your Questions About Chateau de Chaumont Sur Loire Tickets Answered
A. Tourists are advised to buy their Chateau de Chaumont Sur Loire tickets online as on-site tickets are subject to availability, and visits inside the domain are by reservation only. Thus it is better to reserve your time slots in advance.
A. Yes, Discounts are availed by purchasing Chateau de Chaumont Sur Loire tickets online. Discounts are available for children aged 6 to 18. Kids under 5 years can visit Chateau de Chaumont for free. Please check the tickets for further details.
A. Purchasing your chateau de Chaumont Sur Loire tickets online is the best way of buying your tickets as it helps you get amazing deals and discounts while you get to enjoy advanced reservations.
A. There are several hundreds of famous Loire Valley Castles. Other than Chateau de Chaumont Sur Loire, the ones with most historical significance are - Chateau de Chambord, Chateau du Clos Lucé, Château d'Azay-le-Rideau, Château de Chenonceau, Château d'Amboise,Château Royal de Blois and Château d'Angers.
A. Yes, the Chateau de Chaumont Sur Loire tour is open.
A. Yes, it is completely safe to go for Chateau de Chaumont Sur Loire tours post COVID-19. It has reopened in accordance with guidelines by the government. Visitors are requested to follow the health guidelines to ensure their health and safety.
A. Yes, the presentation of a Sanitary Pass or ‘pass sanitaire’ is mandatory at the site entrance to access all the facilities of the Domain of Chaumont Sur Loire.
A. Chateau de Chaumont Sur Loire skip the line tickets are priced €19.
A. Chateau de Chaumont Sur Loire tickets cannot be amended, rescheduled, or canceled.
A. Yes, Chateau de Chaumont Sur Loire tickets include skip-the-line access.
A. Dogs are allowed in the International Garden Festival and Historic Grounds, but not in the Chateau.
A. Chateau de Chaumont Sur Loire is open all year round. But try to plan your visit between May to early November as during this period the International Garden Festival is held, which is a key attraction for this place.
Best Castles Of Loire Valley
It is difficult to list down the important Chateaus in France as the word “Chateaux” is a broad term. Because of France’s rich historical background and influence of the Renaissance, history shows that there are over 7000 Chateaux in France, with over 1000 being culturally significant. Here is a list of the best Castles of Loire Valley and their tickets.
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