Nestling in the heart of Burgundy, not far from Chalon-sur-Saône, Château de Germolles is the best-preserved residence of the Dukes of Burgundy.
Originally a fortified barn, then a fortified castle in the 12th and 13th centuries, the building was given as a gift by Philip the Bold, Duke of Burgundy, to his wife Margaret of Flanders at the end of the 14th century. She completely transformed the primitive building into a luxurious residence, the work of first-rate artists such as Claus Sluter and Jean de Beaumetz.
Thanks to its architecture, decor and bucolic surroundings, it is now recognised as a unique and innovative place, bearing witness to the life of a princely court on the eve of the Renaissance. Come and immerse yourself in the history of the site: the building and its grounds open their doors wide to you!
Credit card, Cheques and postal orders, Cash, Bank transfers
Pets not allowed
Amenities
Picnic area
Services
Shop
Activity
Specific theme activities
Adult workshop
Junior workshop
Specialist conferences
Conferences
Prices & SchedulesOpening :
From 01/01/2026 to 14/03/2026
From 15/03/2026 to 30/04/2026 of 14:00 to 17:00. Closed on : Monday
From 01/05/2026 to 30/06/2026 of 10:00 to 12:00 - of 14:00 to 17:00. Closed on : Monday
From 01/07/2026 to 31/08/2026 of 10:00 to 12:00 - of 14:00 to 18:00
From 01/09/2026 to 11/10/2026 of 10:00 to 12:00 - of 14:00 to 17:00. Closed on : Monday
From 12/10/2026 to 16/11/2026 of 14:00 to 17:00. Closed on : Monday
Until 14/03/2026, open by appointment.
From 15/03 to 30/04/2026, open from 2pm to 5pm (time of last guided tour), closed on Mondays.
From 01/05 to 30/06/2026, open from 10am to 11am and from 2pm to 5pm (the time of the last guided tour), closed on Mondays.
From 01/07 to 31/08/2026, open from 10am to 11am and from 2pm to 6pm (the time of the last guided tour).
From 01/09 to 11/10/2026, open from 10am to 11am and from 2pm to 5pm (the time of the last guided tour), closed on Mondays.
Prices :
Base rate - full rate adult : Tarif unique de 10€
School rate : Tarif unique de 5€
Student's rate : Tarif unique de 5€ (
)
Rate for unemployed persons : Tarif unique de 5€
Child rate : Tarif unique de 2€ (-Under 12s)
Group rate : Tarif unique de 9.5€ (10 people minimum, same category)
Special opening conditions :
The castle is open every day except Mondays in May, June, Sept, Oct, Nov.
. Access to the park is allowed in addition to the visit, but not accompanied.
. Tours depart at fixed times: 10:00 am, 11:00 am, 2:00 pm, 3:00 pm, 4:00 pm, 5:00 pm, 6:00 pm.
. Reservations recommended at least 24 hours before the planned visit, by e-mail or telephone/answering machine (confirmation to applicants).
