Castle of La Roche Courbon
20% DISCOUNT ON YOUR ADMISSION TICKET
A family property for 3 generations, Château de la Roche Courbon is a living, breathing home whose owner family opens its doors to visitors to share their passion for heritage.
rue de La Belle au Bois Dormant
17250
Saint-Porchaire
Visit to the La Roche Courbon Castle and its gardens
Discover the estate of La Roche Courbon, nicknamed Sleeping Beauty's castle. On a guided tour, you can go inside the buildings before (or after) wandering around the remarkable formal gardens on your own. A PrehistoZen trail is also accessible from the castle.
Built in the 15th century on a rocky spur, the château was transformed into a residence of pleasure in the 17th century by the Marquis Jean-Louis de Courbon.
The self-guided tour of the exterior (approx. 2 hours) includes access to the park, gardens, prehistoric caves, exhibitions, old games, the Museum of Prehistory and the PrehistoZen trail (during opening hours).
The full visit also includes a guided tour of the Château (approx. 3 hours). It is not possible to enter the Château, which is inhabited, without a guide.
Access by car
ADVANTAGE INCLUDED in your La Rochelle Océan Pass (adult rate only): get €10 off the hire of a Yélomobile car.
Reach the sites included in your pass around La Rochelle, with the yellow-topped Yélomobile car-sharing scheme: book in advance, for 1 hour or several days, Yélomobile cars make it easy to get around near La Rochelle.
Details of fares and conditions of access to the Yélomobile service
Additional information
20% discount on your entrance ticket on presentation of your activated and valid La Rochelle Océan Pass.
Opening hours
The site is open all year round except :
25 December, 1 January, 6 to 31 January 2025, Sunday mornings in winter and every Saturday from 3pm from May to September.
Opening times subject to change depending on events. We advise you to enquire at the château reception desk before organising your visit.
Public price
Adult : €13.50Child (6 to 11 years old) : €6.50
Teenagers (12 to 17 years old) : €10.50
Price with the pass
Adult : €10.80Child (6 to 11 years old) : €5.20
Teenagers (12 to 17 years old) : €8.40