In the grounds, on the right bank of the Cosson, the presence of the Grotteaux menhir bears witness to a very ancient human presence.
The present château was built in 1620 by Guillaume Ribier on earlier foundations, as evidenced by the beautiful vaulted cellars.
King Louis XIII was particularly fond of this high-ranking magistrate from Blais, who was a member of the Tiers.
He offered him a ministerial post on three occasions, notably during a visit to Les Grotteaux with Richelieu on his return from the siege of La Rochelle in 1628.
The ‘smallest of the great châteaux’ is now open to the public.
On this guided tour, you'll learn not only the incredible history of this hidden treasure, but also all the secrets of the Loire Valley and our region, the Sologne.
You'll discover the listed park, with its tree species donated by the Emperor, the fully furnished château and its secret passageways!
The guided tour takes place every day at 5.30pm, from 15 March to 15 December.
The present château was built in 1620 by Guillaume Ribier on earlier foundations, as evidenced by the beautiful vaulted cellars.
King Louis XIII was particularly fond of this high-ranking magistrate from Blais, who was a member of the Tiers.
He offered him a ministerial post on three occasions, notably during a visit to Les Grotteaux with Richelieu on his return from the siege of La Rochelle in 1628.
The ‘smallest of the great châteaux’ is now open to the public.
On this guided tour, you'll learn not only the incredible history of this hidden treasure, but also all the secrets of the Loire Valley and our region, the Sologne.
You'll discover the listed park, with its tree species donated by the Emperor, the fully furnished château and its secret passageways!
The guided tour takes place every day at 5.30pm, from 15 March to 15 December.
