Mélusine's voice
The Château d'Ainay-le-Vieil as the days go byLife at the château is rich in events, sensations and emotions. You'll come here to step back in time, stroll through the gardens... You'll stay here to create timeless memories, punctuated by unique surroundings and experiences.
With the voice of Mélusine, the blog of Château d'Ainay-le-Vieil, go behind the scenes of these authentic moments of life, discover the comfort of the houses and the enchantment of the guest rooms, and read our most beautiful stories, while waiting to live yours soon.
Brazil at the Victoires des Arts et Traditions Populaires
Brazil invited to Les Affouages in 2015 Created in 1985, Les Affouages organizes a festival of popular arts and traditions. To mark the occasion, the Affouages host a series of groups from France and abroad. This year's festival runs from July 29 to...
Salon des Curiosités 2015
Salon des Curiosités 2015 For its eighth edition, the Salon des Curiosités brought together enthusiasts and those curious about beautiful things. Set up under tents or in the former stables of the château d'Ainay-le-Vieil in the heart of the medieval fortress and opposite the logis...
Arts and Nature Festival 2015
Festival Arts et Nature 2015 This year's Festival included a new feature: 3D. A life-size demonstration was carried out for the occasion: the modeling of the château and its parks and gardens. During the show, visitors were able to discover the...
Report on the First Art and Nature Festival
A successful festival. The first edition of the Festival International d'arts nature Coeur de France has come to a close. For organizer Alexandre Cuomo, the time has come to take stock. And a positive one at that! Here is Yassine Azoud's article in the...
Schoolchildren discover land art
The Festival d'art et nature opened its doors yesterday and runs until Sunday at the château d'Ainay le Vieil. The first day was devoted in particular to schoolchildren, who were introduced to land art. Here is Estelle Bardelot's article in the Berry Républicain of the 6th...



