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Castle · Tours, Centro-Vale do Loire
Château de Langeais
Castle built by Louis XI in 1465, where Charles VIII married Anne of Brittany in 1491, with rooms furnished in the medieval style.
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About Château de Langeais
The Château de Langeais is located in the center of the small town of Langeais, between Tours and Saumur. It was built by Louis XI from 1465, on the site of a 10th-century fortress constructed by the Count of Anjou Foulques Nerra. The remains of that stone tower are still in the park.
The most notable event in the castle's history is the marriage of Charles VIII to Anne of Brittany on December 6, 1491. The union brought Brittany into the French crown. One of the rooms recreates the scene with wax figures.
The interior has about fifteen furnished rooms with pieces from the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, tapestries and carved chests. The façade facing the town retains the appearance of a fortress, with a drawbridge and a wall walk.
The castle belongs to the Institut de France and is open year-round. The park, roughly 11 hectares, contains cedars and sequoias.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
About 1h30 for the castle, the wall walk and the park.
Best time
Any time of year, since the castle is open year-round. On rainy days it's a good option, as much of the visit is indoors.
How to get there
Regional trains (TER) link Tours to Langeais in about 20 minutes; the castle is a few minutes' walk from the station. By car it's about 25 km from Tours.
Tip
Climb the wall walk to see the town's rooftops and the Loire. Combine with Villandry or Azay-le-Rideau, about 12 km away.
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Frequently asked questions about Château de Langeais
What important event happened in Langeais?
The marriage of Charles VIII to Anne of Brittany in 1491, which brought Brittany closer to the French crown.
Is the castle open in winter?
Yes, it's open year-round, with reduced hours outside the season. Check before you go.
Can you go by train from Tours?
Yes, about 20 minutes by regional train; the castle is near the station.