Château de Bouthéon, musée et parc animalier
Description
Come and explore the castle, from its medieval wing to its Renaissance wing. Discover the Forez interpretation centre and the aquarium of the Loire river, take part in what's going on, or enjoy a stroll around the zoological and botanical gardens!
Enter the secret world of Pays du Forez.
Before climbing the 17 metres to admire the 360° view of Forez, listen to an account of the history of the changes made to the Castle over the centuries by… the differents owners ! A lively and entertaining journey of discovery into the heart of a Castle restored with great care. The Castle also offers activities on the Jacquard weaving loom and guided tours (according to the programme or by appointment), and, soon, an Interpretation Centre about the River Loire. Dive into a discovery of the Loire and retrace its incredible course from Mont Gerbier de Jonc to the estuary of Saint-Nazaire ! An adventure full of surprises including the fish inhabiting the last wild river of Europe.
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Adult: 3 to 9 €
Child: 3 to 6 €.
Free entry for children < 5 years.
Group rate available for > 15 people.
From 10/03 to 18/04/2025
Opening hours on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday between 1.30 pm and 5.30 pm.
Closed on Monday.
From 19/04 to 04/05/2025
Opening hours on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday between 10 am and 5.30 pm.
Closed on Monday.
Closed exceptionally on bank holidays.
From 05/05 to 30/06/2025
Opening hours on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday between 1.30 pm and 5.30 pm.
Closed on Monday.
Closed exceptionally on Whit Monday.
From 01/07 to 31/08/2025
Opening hours on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday between 10 am and 6.30 pm.
Closed on Monday.
From 01/09 to 17/10/2025
Opening hours on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday between 1.30 pm and 5.30 pm.
Closed on Monday.
From 18/10 to 02/11/2025
Opening hours on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday between 10 am and 5.30 pm.
Closed on Monday.
From 03/11 to 19/12/2025
Opening hours on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday between 1.30 pm and 5.30 pm.
Closed on Monday.
From 20/12/2025 to 04/01/2026
Opening hours on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday between 10 am and 5.30 pm.
Closed on Monday.
Closed exceptionally on January 1st and December 25th.
- Play area
- Picnic area
- Lift
- Auditorium
- Covered picnic area
- Toilets
- Public WC
- Exhibition space
- Car park
- Orientation board
- Defibrillator
- Film room
- Parking nearby
- Coach parking
- Private parking
- Educational visits
- Coach access
- Room hire
- Themed tour
- Shop
- Tourist brochures
- Booking of general amenities
- Guided tours