Château et Tour de Michel de Montaigne

SAINT-MICHEL DE MONTAIGNE

Château et Tour de Michel de Montaigne
  • Château et Tour de Michel de Montaigne
  • Château et Tour de Michel de Montaigne
  • Château et Tour de Michel de Montaigne
  • Château et Tour de Michel de Montaigne
  • Château et Tour de Michel de Montaigne
  • Château et Tour de Michel de Montaigne
  • Château et Tour de Michel de Montaigne
  • Château et Tour de Michel de Montaigne
  • Château et Tour de Michel de Montaigne

Visit of an exceptional site 20 min from Saint-Émilion

 

 

In 1572, Montaigne retired to his tower to spend the rest of his life concentrating on his "Essays". A great humanist work of the 16th century, Montaigne is a great figure of tolerance and open-mindedness in a context of religious wars ravaging France.

There's more to this historic terroir than just its character. It's also an opportunity to discover the Château of Pierre Magne, minister under Napoleon, and to stroll through Montaigne's land, which is also vineyards. The 11 hectares surrounding the estate have been given the name "Château Michel de Montaigne".

 

Take advantage of your visit to discover the rich history of the estate thanks to guided tours and end with a wine tasting!


Non-guided tour of the parc: €4 / pers.
Discover as you please the magnificent landscaped park of the Château de Montaigne.


Tour of the tower: €9,5 / pers. (self-guided or guided tour on reservation)
A listed monument of the 14th century, the Tower of Montaigne allows to retrace the life of the philosopher Michel de Montaigne through the 3 floors of the Tower: his chapel, his room where he will end his days and his famous bookstore where one can still observe The Greek and Latin maxims and phrases inscribed on the beams.

Less than 5 years old: free
5 to 12 years old: €5,5

Tour of the Chateau: €9,5 / pers. (by appointment)
There is indeed a 19th-century castle, formerly Michel de Montaigne's stronghold, which has been completely remodeled, hence its architecture, which is quite different from the tower. It has been the private residence of its owners since 1860. Come and discover the life of a châtelain during the Belle Epoque.

Price for children:
Less than 5 years old: free
5 to 12 years old: €5,50

 

Visit of the Castle and the Tower: 17€ / pers. (by reservation only)
The visit of the Tower is an opportunity to evoke the path, the philosophy and the importance of the place in the life of the humanist Michel de Montaigne (1533-1592), key figure of humanism and high figure of tolerance during the wars of religion. To complete your visit, you will discover the Château de la famille Magne. Finally, after a stroll in the gardens, take part in our wine tasting.

Children's rates:
Under 5 years old: free
5 / 12 years old: 11€

 

Group (+ 15 pers) :

14€ : Visit of the Tower and the Castle 

7€ : Visit of the Tower or the Castle 


Opening hours:

Open daily except December 25 and January 1

  • Low season 02/01 to 04/30 and 01/10 to 12/31: 10am to 5:30pm
  • High season 01/05 to 30/09: 10am to 6:30pm

 

Schedule for visits:

 

  • see on the website

 

Tarifs

  • Adult: 17€
  • Duo (price for 2 adults): 34€
  • Reduced: 15€
  • Child: 11€
  • Free: 0

Langues

  • English
  • Spanish

Moyens de paiement

  • Credit card payment
  • Payment in cash
  • Payment by cheque
  • Payment by holiday vouchers
  • American Express payment

Services

  • Pets allowed
  • Car park
  • Wifi
  • guided tour
  • reservation essential
  • on foot
  • by bike

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Château et Tour de Michel de Montaigne


24230 SAINT-MICHEL DE MONTAIGNE

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  • 19.1 km
  • Visite guidée sur réservation : Tour de Montaigne : 10h30 et 15h Château du XIXe : 11h30 et 16h
  • les 2 visites : 1h30 sinon environ de 30 à 45 minutes
  • 20 personnes pour la Tour et 35 à 40 pers. pour le Château
  • 24 hour(s) before the performance

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