You have free access to the Musée d'Art et Traditions Populaires and the season's temporary exhibition "Au bout du conte", as well as to the store and La Volière restaurant.
To enter the Gardens and the Château, you need a ticket. You can choose between two types of tour:
guided tour of the château interior (followed by free access to the park and gardens),
or take a leisurely stroll in the park and gardens.
Friday, March 29 to Monday, April 29 :
Wednesday May 1 to Sunday September 1 :
Every day from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.* without interruption
Monday, September 2 to Sunday, September 29 :
* last access 30 minutes before château closes
** opening from 10 am to 7 pm for the European Heritage Days on Sunday September 22, 2024.
NEW: Theatrical tours for children on request*. Find out more
These times are subject to change, so please consult this page before your visit.
April / May / June:
Please note that in May and June, the château welcomes many groups and school groups on weekdays. Tour times are subject to change. Please call the gift store on +33 2 48 63 02 88 to book your visit.
July/August :
September :
* Dramatized tours are organized on request and subject to availability.
* according to the health regulations in force at the time of the visit
| 2024 | Castle*, parc and gardens | Visit park and gardens | European Heritage Days 2024 |
| ADULT* | 11 € | 8,50 € | 7,50 € |
| CHILDREN* aged 12 to 18 (upon presentation of card) STUDENT under 27, UNEMPLOYED, LARGE FAMILY*, PASS | 8,00 € | 7,00 € | 6,00 € |
| CHILDREN* (ages 5 to 11) | 7,00 € | 6,00 € | 4 € |
| CHILD* under 5 years | Free of charge | Free of charge | Free of charge |
| ADULT GROUP | 8,50 € | 7,00 € | NC |
| SCHOOL GROUP | 7,00 € | 6,00 € | NC |
| Persons with reduced mobility | 5,00 € | Free of charge | |
| PRIVILEGE PASS | 11 € € 7.50 | NC | |
| PASSPORT de la DEMEURE HISTORIQUE | |||
| RHS members | Free of charge | NC |
Payment methods :
Cash, Cheque, Credit card (except American Express), Holiday vouchers, Culture vouchers, Clarc vouchers, etc.
* Large family rate: on presentation of card
* Take advantage of the Jacques Coeur PRIVILEGE PASS to visit the Route Jacques Coeur sites and Route Jacques Coeur and some 50 partner sites. Obtain the PASS on the Route website or ask for it at the site reception desk.
Parking under video surveillance :
Google Maps link
Coaches are not allowed in the château parking lot, but can be parked next to the town hall.
Closed at night
Due to the architecture of the building, certain areas within the château are narrow, making it impossible for wheelchair users to get around (access stairs to the ramparts and the Renaissance dwelling). However, the entire park and gardens remain accessible (lawn and sand).
For further information, please contact reception on 02 48 63 02 88
They are only allowed in gardens and must be kept on a leash.
A "doggie bar" is accessible from the store.
For further information, please contact reception on 02 48 63 02 88
In the château grounds, there is a special area for visitors wishing to picnic (see garden map).
However, picnicking is not permitted in the rose garden or the chartreuse trees.
For further information, please contact reception on 02 48 63 02 88
Click to download Château d'Ainay-le-Vieil documentation in PDF format (requires Acrobat Reader) using the links below*.
PRESENTATION
EXHIBITIONS, EVENTS
COMING BY BIKE
ACTIVITIES FOR SCHOOLCHILDREN
ACCOMMODATION AT CHÂTEAU D'AINAY-LE-VIEIL
RENTALS, RECEPTIONS, WEDDINGS, SEMINARS, EVENTS AT CHÂTEAU D'AINAY-LE-VIEIL
* Please note: these documents are subject to copyright, i.e. you can download, copy and use them privately, but they may not be published in any media (paper, internet, dvd) without our prior authorization.
The château and gardens are listed as a "Monument Historique".
The gardens have been awarded the"Jardin Remarquable" label.
The site is a member of theAssociation des Châteaux de la Loire, the Demeure historique, the Route Jacques Coeur, the Jardins secrets en Berry, theAssociation des Parcs et Jardins de la région Centre (APJRC) and the Royal Horticultural Society.
The site has also been awarded the Nouvelles Renaissances and Accueil vélo labels.
The château is a member of the Qualité Tourisme initiative in the Centre Val de Loire region and is committed to the "Together for sustainable tourism" project.
The château's accommodation is a member of the Gîtes de France and Charme & Traditions networks, and has just won the Travel & Hospitality Award 2024.