Château de Pierrefonds Skip-the-Ticket-Line Ticket
Château de Pierrefonds Skip-the-Ticket-Line Ticket
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Experience the magic of Château de Pierrefonds, a 19th-century restored medieval fortress by Eugène Viollet-le-Duc. Skip the line and explore its grand halls, towers, and scenic Compiègne forest setting.

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Highlights
  • Skip the ticket line to explore this 14th-century fortress beautifully restored by Eugène Viollet-le-Duc.
  • Discover grand halls, medieval origins, and its connection to Napoleon III’s reign.
  • Enjoy breathtaking views of the forest of Compiègne and the surrounding countryside.
  • Visit a famous film location featured in "Merlin" and "The Man in the Iron Mask."
Description
Nestled in Pierrefonds, Château de Pierrefonds blends medieval military design with 19th-century Romanticism. Built in 1393 by Louis I, Duke of Orléans, this fortress fell into ruin before its restoration by architect Eugène Viollet-le-Duc under Napoleon III.The château’s exterior showcases its medieval origins with towers, ramparts, and a moat, while the interior reflects Viollet-le-Duc’s romantic vision, featuring grand halls, painted ceilings, and ornate stonework.Explore ...

Nestled in Pierrefonds, Château de Pierrefonds blends medieval military design with 19th-century Romanticism. Built in 1393 by Louis I, Duke of Orléans, this fortress fell into ruin before its restoration by architect Eugène Viollet-le-Duc under Napoleon III.

The château’s exterior showcases its medieval origins with towers, ramparts, and a moat, while the interior reflects Viollet-le-Duc’s romantic vision, featuring grand halls, painted ceilings, and ornate stonework.

Explore its rich history, from the Hundred Years’ War to its 19th-century revival, and enjoy its picturesque setting on the edge of the Compiègne forest, offering a perfect blend of history and nature.

Includes
  • Skip-the-ticket-line entry to Château de Pierrefonds
  • Access to the castle's interior, including grand halls and restored rooms
  • Scenic views of the forest of Compiègne and surrounding landscape
Excludes
  • Guided tour
  • Transportation to and from the château
How It Works
  • Opening hours:
    • From September 5th to April 30th: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
    • From May 2nd to September 4th: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
    • Last entry one hour before closing
    • The park closes 45 minutes before the castle closes
  • Closed on: January 1, May 1, and December 25
  • We recommend arriving early to fully enjoy your visit.
  • The monument is free on the Saturdays and Sundays of the "European Heritage Days" which are organised on the 3rd weekend of September ; the 1st Sunday of the month (from 1 February to 31 March and from 1 November to 31 December).
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