An emblematic monument in the city of Laval, the history and architecture of the château are revealed during guided tours. From the 12th-century chapel to the keep and its exceptional 13th-century framework, come and discover this place steeped in history that has evolved over the centuries.
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Around 1020, Guy de Dénéré built his motte castle on the hillside overlooking the Mayenne, near the ford crossed by an ancient Roman road linking the Paris basin to Brittany.
The original earth and wood structure was replaced by a stone fortress, the centrepiece of which was a cylindrical keep built when the seigneury of Laval entered the Capetian sphere of political influence. This tower, 34 metres high, is crowned by a defensive gallery, the hourd. It is one of the oldest pieces of...
The original earth and wood structure was replaced by a stone fortress, the centrepiece of which was a cylindrical keep built when the seigneury of Laval entered the Capetian sphere of political influence. This tower, 34 metres high, is crowned by a defensive gallery, the hourd. It is one of the oldest pieces of...
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Point of interest visible without guided tour
Screening room
Educational group visits
Guided tours for groups on request
Guided tours for groups
Guided tours for individuals
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Accueil Vélo
Musée de France
Ville ou Pays d'art et d'histoireRates
Rates
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Adult group
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Cheques and giro cheques
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Cash
TransfersAccepted customers
Accepted customers
- Individuals
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Openings
Openings
From 1 January 2025 until 30 June 2025
From 1 January 2025 until 30 June 2025
Tuesday
09:00 - 12:00
13:30 - 18:00
Wednesday
09:00 - 12:00
13:30 - 18:00
Thursday
09:00 - 12:00
13:30 - 18:00
Friday
09:00 - 12:00
13:30 - 18:00
Saturday
09:00 - 12:00
13:30 - 18:00
Sunday
14:00 - 18:00
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