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LANGEAIS CASTLE

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Place Pierre-de-Brosse, 37130Langeais, France Show on map
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2025
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This castle, built by order of Louis XI, houses an important collection of tapestries.

Built on the orders of Louis XI to impose his authority west of Tours, the Château de Langeais witnessed the marriage of Charles VIII and Anne de Bretagne in 1491, in the greatest secrecy. The scene is recreated using wax figures with realistic physiognomies and an audiovisual show. A new scenography, as none other than Stéphane Bern, renowned presenter and history and heritage enthusiast, recounts the story that led to the beginning of Brittany's attachment to the French crown.
The Château de Langeais also boasts a major collection of tapestries. The most famous of these is the Neuf Preux (16th century, Aubusson). Since 2021, a new space has been recreating a weaver's workshop, with its loom, essential tools and skeins of wool. An educational setting to help visitors understand the context that encouraged the development of this art form.
Thanks to a specially designed application, take a different approach to your visit, with explanations from Jacques Siegfried, the château's last owner, who will take you on a tour of his rich collection and tell you all about the history of the site. A guided tour, but at your own pace and to your own taste.
Many events are organized throughout the year: chivalry workshops, visits with Anne de Bretagne, Easter egg hunts, falconry shows, Christmas in the land of castles... Check out the château's agenda on the website!

Season 2025, Playmobil® exhibition: Fantastic adventures of the Middle Ages.

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Visited in june 2025
Fajny mały zamek. Na Maks. 2 godziny spacerku.
Visited in june 2025
Beau château et un parc agréables à visiter. Bonnes explications données par la guide.
Visited in june 2025
Jolie site belle ville faite un arrêt cela vaut le détour
Visited in june 2025
Très intéressant, merite le détour. Situé au centre d'une petite ville agréable.
Visited in june 2025
Un "secret d'histoire" sur Anne de Bretagne nous a donné envie de découvrir ce château dont nous n'avions pas connaissance. Ce fut une très belle découverte. Une visite guidée gratuite nous a été proposée dès notre arrivée. Chaque pièce est très bien meublée avec des documents explicatifs mis à disposition. Des sols de toute beauté. L'animation vidéo par Stéphane Bern relatant le mariage de Charles VIII et Anne de Bretagne, une pure merveille qui nous a littéralement plongés à l'époque. Une vraie bonne idée. Ce château moins connu que certains de ses grands frères mérite vraiment le détour. Il serait dommage de passer à côté.

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