There is no parking at the castle; you will reach it on foot via the village's narrow streets and cobbled lanes. Several free parking areas are available nearby in the village: Grands Prés parking, Mail parking, school parking, etc.
All information regarding access to the castle can be found in our section "Access and car parks"
Parking is not available at the castle. Free parking is available in the village: Grands Prés car park, Mail car park, school car park, etc.
All information regarding access to the castle can be found in our section "Plan my visit > Access and car parks"
The town of Grignan is located between Montélimar and Nyons, 26 km from Montélimar, 74 km from Valence and 80 km from Avignon.
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Be prepared, the temperature inside the castle varies between 5°C and 30°C depending on the season.
In summer, it can get hot in the rooms, so remember to bring water. You can refill your containers on site. If needed, bottled water is available for purchase from a vending machine. Conversely, it can get cold in the castle in winter.
The exterior of the castle is accessible with a stroller, however, this is not the case for the interior tour. You can leave your stroller in a room located at the castle entrance. Our staff can provide baby carriers depending on availability (ID required). For your convenience, we recommend bringing a front-facing baby carrier for your visit.
Yes, in the visitors' toilets located near the changing rooms of the Tzanck hall.
Yes, lockers/storage facilities are available, subject to availability, in the Tzanck room. They operate with a €1 coin or a supermarket token.
Animals are not allowed in the castle.
The outdoor areas are accessible with your animals at a single price of €2, provided they are kept on a leash.
No, but if you wish to visit the castle, someone from your group will need to remain outside to keep your pet on a leash. It is forbidden to leave your pet unattended tied to a bench or tree.
Yes, during daytime opening hours (excluding evening shows).
Yes, a hot drinks machine is available near the cloakroom in the vestibule, with a space where you can enjoy your drink before starting or finishing your visit. A vending machine offering cold drinks and a few snacks is located under the gatehouse porch at the castle entrance.
A small restaurant area is open for lunch from the end of June to the end of August.
In the evening, this space is exclusively reserved for spectators of the nighttime festivities.
Grignan Castle is open from the beginning of February to the end of December.
Opening days and times vary depending on the season, school holidays, and public holidays. For detailed opening hours, please visit the page "Schedule"
Depending on the season, the castle may be closed on Mondays.
The castle is closed annually from the end of the Christmas holidays until the beginning of February for major maintenance of the castle and its collections. It is also closed during the last week of November for Christmas decorations, as well as on December 25th and January 1st.
Feel free to check the detailed opening hours on the page "Schedule"
There is no obligation. Online ticketing allows you to purchase tickets in advance and reserve self-guided or guided tours, shows, or activities. Tickets for self-guided and guided tours can also be purchased on-site (subject to availability for guided tours).
However, our visitors are strongly advised to book their tickets in advance for activities and guided tours where the number of participants is limited.
Yes, children also have tickets, although the price varies depending on the program and age. Every person visiting the castle must have a ticket, even if it's free.
It is not possible to explore the castle rooms with a stroller. It must be left at the castle entrance, in the Tzanck room, or in another room depending on available space. Staff will be happy to advise you.
A path is possible for strollers outside the castle (courtyard, grove, terrace).
Throughout the year, it is possible to discover the history of the castle on a guided tour led by guides. Daily discovery tour is offered to you all year round, several times a day (times according to opening and programming).
During school holidays and the summer season, the program expands with numerous tours and activities. Find the castle's program on our website. calendar
Yes, but this is subject to a reservation at the group package price.
Yes, for English-speaking groups.
Feel free to check the detailed opening hours on the page "Schedule"
The interior tour includes the vestibule, the entire first floor, and a passage through the Gallery. The exterior offers the opportunity to discover the well courtyard and enjoy a 360° view from the terrace.
According to the schedule, family activities are planned and game booklets can be obtained free of charge at the castle ticket office.
It all depends on your method of visit.
On a self-guided tour, the interior and exterior visit of the castle takes on average 45 minutes to 1 hour.
Whether on a guided tour or a family activity, allow 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes with your guide, and additional time to explore the terrace.
To access the church from the castle entrance, simply follow the rampart walk. It leads you directly to the churchyard.
The picturesque, medieval village of Grignan is made up of narrow, cobbled streets and alleyways. However, it is possible to reach the castle by car or van, and to park in the designated parking area in front of the castle.
If this location is not available, it is then possible to drop off the vehicle and then drive back down to park in one of the nearby parking lots.
Apart from this disabled parking space, parking is not permitted at the entrance to the castle (passage reserved for residents).
Location coordinates: GPS: N 44° 25′ 7″ – E 4° 54′ 32″
To best advise you on your visit to the castle, please contact us beforehand to discuss solutions adapted to your travel.
The grounds and visitor route are partially accessible, but it is strongly recommended to visit Grignan Castle with a guide, as access can remain difficult in some areas (cobblestone path, slope, gravel). It is not possible to visit the castle independently.
Our team is here to help you, please feel free to contact us.
Yes, an elevator inside the castle provides easy access to the upper floors. This facility is suitable and the reception staff can be available to assist, but it is strongly advised to be accompanied when visiting the castle, as access can remain difficult in some areas (cobblestone path, slope, gravel).
To best advise you on your visit to the castle, please contact us beforehand to discuss solutions adapted to your travel.
During your visit, you may take photos for personal and family use without the flash so as not to damage the collections.
Wedding photography is not permitted at Grignan Castle. except in exceptional circumstances decided by the Director of the establishment.
No exceptions will be made at the entrance to the site by the reception and ticket office staff. Thank you for your understanding.
Filming of influencers, bloggers and/or youtubers is subject to prior authorization from the communications department – or in its absence, from a representative of management.
Photo shoots for the press are subject to prior authorization from the communications department – or in its absence, from a representative of management.
Any form of photo shoot or video clip for personal, professional and/or commercial use (singer, music group, clothing brand, costume rental, perfume, cosmetics or other…) requiring or not requiring special outfits or outfit changes inside the castles must be the subject of a prior request and a fee.
Initially, filming may be authorized subject to project approval by the communications department and/or management; subsequently, the project is submitted to the sales department for a customized quote. To this end, A detailed and reasoned request must be sent by email at least 45 days before the desired date to leschateaux@ladrome.fr in order to be studied by the relevant departments.
