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2021, the château prepares to reopen

In accordance with government orders, the château d'Ainay-le-Vieil and its gardens are closed until further notice.

Néanmoins, les travaux de restauration et d’aménagement se poursuivent et le château d’Ainay-le-Vieil serait prêt à ouvrir ses portes le 1er avril 2021 pour une nouvelle saison particulière.
L’équipe du château a désormais l’expérience de la dernière saison. Elle mettra alors un point d’honneur à respecter les préconisations sanitaires mises en place par les autorités afin de préserver la sécurité de chacun des visiteurs.

Discover today the news of this 2021 season and prepare your visit without forgetting the Renaissance park and water gardens.

First event of the year, April 4: Ainay celebrates the family

Time flies and we wish we could enjoy it more with our children, our parents, our grandparents...

château d'Ainay-le-Vieil celebrates the family with a special special program to explore together.

Our visitors are invited to :

  • une chasse aux œufs,
  • workshops such as circus, ancient games...
  • écouter des contes,
  • etc.

Horaires : 14 h à 19 h (dernière entrée à 18 h 30)
Tarifs : Adulte : 5 €, 5-15 ans : 4 €, – de 5 ans : gratuit
Parking gratuit

An escape game

Following on from last year's success, a new Escape Game will be held in the grounds of the Corps de Logis Feodal.

Participants, in groups of no more than eight, will have to solve an original riddle, specially written for an unforgettable experience...

Find out more and book

A Museum of Popular Arts and Traditions

In the grounds of a 17th-century farmhouse, the château has set up its "Arts et Traditions Populaires" museum. Here, you'll discover a private collection of objects and furniture from the daily life of a Berry village, presented in a remarkable setting.

Visite libre ou guidée sur demande.
Entrée gratuite.

The château store

Overlooking an enclosed garden ideal for taking a break, the château 's boutique offers souvenirs for young and old, delicatessen items, a second-hand shop and a selection of decorative objects and tableware.

The primary aim was to highlight local craftsmanship and exclusive collaborations. Notably with Maison Thevenona fabric publisher, Le Creuset and its kitchen and cooking utensils, the Opinel knives, Casa Lopez for its tableware, Rigaud Rigaud candlesthe first French scented candles created in 1960, and DS Ceramics created by Delphine de Senneville.

Five guest rooms in a spectacular setting

Dream away and spend a night in one of our guest rooms!

You'll be welcomed like royalty and accommodated in the Château d'Ainay-le-Vieil, with an exceptional view of the monument and surrounding moat, as well as privileged access to the châteaus rose garden.

  • La chambre des remparts, 4 épis
  • The Tourzel room, currently being classified
  • The Colbert room, currently being classified
  • The Empire Room, currently being classified
  • The Bigny suite, currently being classified

Discover the Ainay guest rooms.

Three gîtes for the whole family to enjoy

After the opening of the Gîte de la Conciergerie in 2020, two other gîtes will be ready for the 2021 season:

- Gîte de la Conciergerie, 4 épis, - Gîte de la Capitainerie, - Gîte de la Grange,

Discover the gîtes

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