Castle Val

Description

Access to the courtyard and chapel is free, and tours can be guided or self-guided. All 3 floors of the château, as well as the framework of one of the 6 towers, are accessible.

Every year since 1974, the Château has hosted exhibitions in partnership with the Galerie Christiane Vallé in Clermont-Ferrand.

Built in the 15th century on a rocky spur more than 30 meters high, the Château's environment was altered by the construction of the Bort-les-Orgues hydroelectric dam in 1952. The valley it once overlooked was filled with water, and the château is now situated on a peninsula offering an exceptional, bucolic setting. Cinema: The château and its 6 emblematic towers played host to the cast and crew of the 1960 film "Le Capitan" (starring Bourvil and Jean Marais). It was also the setting for the entertainment show "Les traîtres saison 2" presented by Eric Antoine and broadcast on M6 in 2023. The château, park and chapel have been listed as historic monuments since 1990.

From April 4 to June 30:
Every day except Tuesday
10:00-12:00 / 14:00-18:00

From 01 July to 31 August: Every day
10h00-12h30 / 14h-19h00

From 01 September to 01 November
Every day except Tuesday
10:00-12:00 / 14:00-18:00

Information

Pets accepted

Pets accepted : No

activities

Temporary exhibition, Entertainment evenings

Amenities

Free car park, Parking nearby, Car park

Language spoken

English, French

Services

Shop, Guided tours

Min group size

Min group size : 12

Means of payment

• Check
• Cash
• Bank/credit card
• Travellers Cheque

Language spoken for the visit

• French

Others Informations

• Free under : 6

Prices

Timetable

From 07/02 to 03/04/2026 on Monday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday and weekends between 2 pm and 6 pm

Contact / Location