Guédelon: visit a castle under construction
In the heart of the Guédelon Forest, in the Yonne department, you will witness the construction of a genuine 13th-century fortified castle, using period materials and techniques. Here, every stone laid, every beam hewn tells the story of the medieval builders. A fascinating visit that immerses young and old alike in the captivating world of the Middle Ages!
In a former quarry in the Guédelon Forest, some forty workers are taking on an extraordinary challenge.
They are building a 13th-century fortified castle before visitors' eyes using only the techniques and materials of the time.
Spanning over 7 wooded hectares, the site is organized around three areas:
Your visit to Guédelon begins with a discovery of ancestral trades: quarrymen, stonemasons, masons, blacksmiths, lumberjacks, carpenters, and more.
Want to learn more? The three chroniclers present on the site will be happy to share anecdotes, demonstrations, and explanations about life in the Middle Ages.
Before exploring the various rooms already completed: the kitchen, the pantry, the guest room, the auditorium, and, of course, the work in progress.
Young and old alike can participate in fun workshops.
You can learn stonemasonry on a block of soft limestone or step into the shoes of an archaeologist, conducting a scientific excavation on a reconstructed site.
Allow at least four hours to fully enjoy this medieval adventure, including discovering the trades, strolling through the forest, and exploring the village. And don't forget to take the forest path to visit the miller!
Rates
Adults: €19
Children (ages 5 to 17): €13
Stay at the Hôtel Le Paris-Nice in Joigny
After this immersion in the past, discover all the modern comforts of the Hôtel Le Paris-Nice** in Joigny!
Dive into the fascinating world of Guédelon
In a former quarry in the Guédelon Forest, some forty workers are taking on an extraordinary challenge.
They are building a 13th-century fortified castle before visitors' eyes using only the techniques and materials of the time.
Spanning over 7 wooded hectares, the site is organized around three areas:
- The castle construction site and its construction trades.
- The village with its workshops and animals.
- The forest where the watermill is located.
Guédelon: A Total Immersion in the Middle Ages
Your visit to Guédelon begins with a discovery of ancestral trades: quarrymen, stonemasons, masons, blacksmiths, lumberjacks, carpenters, and more.
Want to learn more? The three chroniclers present on the site will be happy to share anecdotes, demonstrations, and explanations about life in the Middle Ages.
Before exploring the various rooms already completed: the kitchen, the pantry, the guest room, the auditorium, and, of course, the work in progress.
Activities for the Whole Family
Young and old alike can participate in fun workshops.
You can learn stonemasonry on a block of soft limestone or step into the shoes of an archaeologist, conducting a scientific excavation on a reconstructed site.
Allow at least four hours to fully enjoy this medieval adventure, including discovering the trades, strolling through the forest, and exploring the village. And don't forget to take the forest path to visit the miller!
Rates
Adults: €19
Children (ages 5 to 17): €13
Stay at the Hôtel Le Paris-Nice in Joigny
After this immersion in the past, discover all the modern comforts of the Hôtel Le Paris-Nice** in Joigny!
