Château de Hautefort

The elegant silhouette of Château de Hautefort looms atop a plateau overlooking the valleys of Bauze and Lourde, two tributaries of the Auvézère. This furnished building retains a collection of furniture from the 17th and 18th centuries.

The old medieval fortress, probably built on the site of a Roman camp, is transformed into a pleasure residence in the 17th century. Gradually abandoning its defensive apparatus for the pleasure of a classical architecture, the castle reflects the rank and power of the Marquis de Hautefort. The castle and the Hautefort Hospice are rare examples of classical architecture in Périgord.

In the 19th century, the Count de Choulot designed the French gardens and created the English-style park, which offers varied views of the countryside and the surrounding villages. The boxwood embroidery, elegantly arranged around the castle, contribute to the reputation of the estate and the pleasure of its visit.

During the summer, cultural events are offered to visitors, such as nocturnal visits, Wednesdays in July and August, a dive into history, at the time of the Sun King.

Opening hours :
• March : Weekends and public holidays from 14:00 to 18:00
• April and May : Every day from 10:00 to 12:30 and 14:00 to 18:30
• June : Every day from 9:30 to 19:00
• July and August : Every day from 9:30 at 19:00
• September : Every day from 10:00 to 18:00
• October : Every day from 14:00 to 18:00
• 1st / 11th November : Weekends and holidays from 14:00 to 18:00
• November 12th to 29th February : Annual closure
• The hours mentioned above are those of the castle. The ticket office closes its doors to the public 30 minutes before the closing of the castle.
• The gardens remain accessible until nightfall for visitors already present in the area.

Prices :
Individual visitors :
Adults : 10 €
Children from 7 to 14 years : 5,50 €
Groups of 20 people and more :
Adults : 8 € + guide ticket
Children up to 14 years : 4,5 € + guide ticket
The castle welcomes groups on reservation :
* during the opening periods of the castle to individual visitors.
* during the annual closing period (with the exception of the Christmas school holidays).


ANIMATIONS 2020 :

April to October :
• Interactive visit of a real movie set and film set!
• Exhibition "50 years of cinema in Hautefort".

May to October :
• "Resonance" Photographic exhibition Pierrot Men

April 13 :
• Treasure hunt in the castle gardens. Reception at 2pm and start of the animation at 3pm.

5, 6 and 7 June :
• Appointment in the garden in the company of the castle gardeners - Boxwood pruning demonstration, guided tour with the chief gardener and workshop, cuttings for children

July :
• L'atelier du petit jardinier - Mondays 13, 20 and 27 July at 11am - From 3 years old
• L'atelier du petit artiste - Tuesdays July 14, 21 and 28 from 2:30 pm to 6 pm
The Nocturnes of Summer with :
• "At night, in the castle..." Wednesdays July 8, 15, 22 and 29 - Ticketing Schedules : 9:00 pm to 9:45 pm
• Outdoor Cinema - July 6 at 10:00 p.m.

August :
• L'atelier du petit jardinier - Mondays 3, 10 and 17 August at 11am - From 3 years old
• L'atelier du petit artiste - Tuesdays 4, 11 and 18 August - from 2.30 pm to 6 pm
The Nocturnes of Summer with :
• "At night, in the castle..." Wednesdays, August 5, 12, 19 and 26 - Ticketing Schedules : 9:00 pm to 9:45 pm
• Theatre around Shakespeare - From 7 years old Monday 3 August at 4pm "A Midsummer Night's Dream" with the troupe "The Companions of Ulysses".
• Outdoor Cinema - August 10 at 10:00 p.m.

19 and 20 September :
• European Heritage Days
• Costumed guided tours

From 17 to 31 October (All Saints' Day holidays) :
• Halloween" animation and "Pumpkin Kit" workshop - Photo contests and surprises for all the children...