OIRON CASTLE
Oiron, a Renaissance castle, is the setting for one of the most prestigious contemporary art collections in the country. It also enchants visitors with its period treasures.
The history of Château d'Oiron, the work of the Gouffier family, began in 1449. Claude, the wealthy Grand Ecuyer of France, turned it into a Renaissance palace in 1546. Remodeled in the 17th century, it comprises a central building with a gambrel roof, flanked by pavilions. It houses a rib-vaulted gallery (16th century) and the fabulous Galerie des Peintures, one of the longest of its time: 14 scenes inspired by the Illiad and the Aeneid, with an ornate coffered ceiling and a ceremonial fireplace. Completed in 1549, it is attributed to an Italian artist.
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Quality Tourism. Open all year round. Closed January 1, May 1, November 1 and 11, December 25. Daily from June 1 to September 30, 10:30 am to 6:30 pm. Daily from October 1 to May 31, 10:30 am to 5:30 pm. Last admission one hour before closing time. Free admission for children under 18 (up to 25 for EU citizens). Adults: €8. Free admission on the 1st Sunday of the month from January to March and from November to December. Free for jobseekers, disabled people and their companions. Children welcome. Guided tours. Gift store. Animations.
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Welcome to Château d'Oiron: A Journey through History and Art
Immerse yourself in history and artistic beauty at Château d'Oiron, an architectural marvel nestled in the peaceful Deux-Sèvres countryside. We're delighted to welcome you to this jewel of French heritage, where every stone tells a story and every work of art captures the imagination.
A historical treasure
As you stroll through its majestic halls and verdant gardens, let yourself be captivated by the spellbinding atmosphere of this place steeped in history.
An exceptional art collection
Château d'Oiron is home to a remarkable collection of contemporary art. Every room in the château is a showcase for creativity and artistic genius.
A natural setting
Surrounded by greenery, Château d'Oiron offers an enchanting setting for relaxation and contemplation. Enjoy a stroll through the formal gardens, where the beauty of nature blends harmoniously with the architectural elegance of the château.
Cultural events
Throughout the year, Château d'Oiron hosts a variety of cultural events.
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We look forward to welcoming you to Château d'Oiron and providing you with an enriching and captivating experience. Plan your visit now and let yourself be seduced by the timeless magic of this exceptional site.
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Exhibition "Landscapes with figures" by Claude Pauquet
From 2024-03-23 at 2025-01-05
"The world, if you think about it, is not at anchor". (Philippe Jaccottet, in Paysages avec figures absentes, Gallimard, Paris, 1970)
Exhibition by Claude Pauquet
Claude Pauquet, photographer, invests and reveals a territory and its inhabitants, playing with the diversity of places, landscapes and characters.
Twenty
inhabitants of the new commune of Plaine-et-Vallées have lent themselves to the game, posing in selected sites in the former communes of Brie, Oiron, Saint-Jouin-de-Marnes and Taizé
.They seem to merge with the places in which they are staged in a cinematographic light, to become fictional heroes in which each plays a role, real or dreamt.
Unlike the Trojan War characters in the gallery of 16th-century paintings, the stories of the inhabitants of Plaine-et-Vallées are not given, leaving it up to visitors to imagine them.
With the participation of : Delphine BABIN - Tom DEVASLES and Christiane BABIN - Catherine BERNARD - Angélique, Tom, Louis BERNADAC and Louna LEITE - Vincent BIGOT - Mélanie BRIMAUD - Melba, Layan and Joliana CERVEAUX - Laura DAGOIS Aurélie DOSNE and Laly CHATEAU - Ingrid LESNE - Valérie LIMOGES - Stéphane, Laurence LORADOU et Odette, Daniel SANCHEZ - Dominique et Thierry OBLE - Thierry PELEAU - Anaïs AUGE - Stéphanie PROUILLAC Catherine RICHARD - Petronille RICHARD DE BARDIN - Thelma, Solène et Laure RICHARD DE BARDIN - Christine TORTEREAU
This exhibition has received the support of the Région Nouvelle-Aquitaine, the Département des Deux-Sèvres, the commune of Plaine-et-Vallées and the Association des Amis d'Oiron
.Château d'Oiron is a member of the association Astre: réseau art plastique et visuels Nouvelle Aquitaine.
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Members' reviews on OIRON CASTLE
The ratings and reviews below reflect the subjective opinions of members and not the opinion of The Little Witty.
One is well, the other undoubtedly also but not my taste.
The Park is pleasant. The annual L music is very popular.
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Mais le joyau du château – à mon avis - est la Galerie du Grand Ecuyer, le décor mural (mi-16e siècle) le plus important de la Renaissance française après celui de la galerie François Ier au château de Fontainebleau. Les décors sont commandités par Claude Gouffier, Grand Écuyer du Roi. Les tableaux relatent l’histoire de la guerre de Troie et trois épisodes de l’Enéide de Virgile. Le plafond et divisé en petits caissons carrés peints pour la plupart au 17e siècle.