What to expect

At the dawn of the 15th century, Louis d'Orléans launched the construction of a vast and sumptuous castle. The château of Pierrefonds was born. Embellished and redecorated in the 19th century under the direction of Viollet-le-Duc, the architect of Napoleon III, the building is today one of the jewels of European architecture, but also one of the most appreciated tourist sites in the Compiègne region ! Surrounded by double ramparts and protected by 4 high defence towers, the castle of Pierrefonds symbolises French architectural know-how better than any other monument.
During your visit, you will have all the time to contemplate the many architectural extravagances specific to the building. In Pierrefonds, medieval, Renaissance and Art Nouveau influences meet in a marriage of rare beauty. Popularized by the film " Joan of Arc " by Luc Besson, the castle is an ideal place for strolling and admiration.

###Opening hours of the château de Pierrefonds

Open every day:
From January 2nd to April 30th from 10am to 5.30pm
From May 2nd to September 4th from 9:30 am to 6 pm
From September 5th to December 31st 10am to 5:30pm
Attention the castle will be closed from 1st to 19th October 2018

Last access 45 minutes before closing time
Closures: January 1, May 1 and December 25

###Prices
Full Price : 8€

Free entry

Under 18 years old (with family and outside school groups)
18-25 years old (nationals of European Union countries and regular non-European residents on French territory)
Disabled persons and their companions
Job seekers, on presentation of a certificate of less than 6 months
Culture Card - ICOM Card
Education Pass
For all, the 1st Sunday of each month, from November 1st to March 31st