children's kingdom
At Chateau de Meillant, we think of children as some of our most important visitors. We offer different routes in the park, the children’s house, the miniature pavillon, the rental of period costumes, your little ones will not be bored!
miniatures pavilion
By combining the unexpected with the magic of childhood, Aimery de Mortemart, the current owner, and architect Philippe Velu share their passion for history through miniature scenes,
and architect Philippe Velu share their passion for history through miniature scenes.
children's home
Like a showcase from another era displayed under the trees, the Maison des Enfants brings together toys from the 19th century that belonged to the family of the current owners, the Mortemarts.
adapted tours
To discover the interior of the château with your family, we recommend you opt for the one-hour guided tours, which take place every day at 2.15pm and 3.15pm.
You can explore the grounds on a number of different routes designed for children: the animal tracks route, the tree route and the riddle route.
costumed visit
When you buy your ticket, don the costume of a noble lady or knight and discover the castle as it was in the Middle Ages or the Renaissance.
Costumes on loan free of charge,
ID required as a deposit.
creative workshops
Every Wednesday afternoon, Meillant Castle offers children's workshops where they can try their hand at making a coat of arms or a piece of jewellery.
Bookings required.
Detailed schedule available soon.
the château de meillant
also hosts school outings
If your child's class is looking for ideas for school outings, suggest a visit to discover the jewel of Berry. The programme includes a special guided tour for children and creative workshops.
