Guided tour “The marquise’s castle
Let yourself be carried away on a captivating journey through time at Château de La Motte-Tilly. Its elegant silhouette and fascinating history stand proudly in the heart of a magnificent wooded park, inviting visitors to experience total immersion.
Immerse yourself in the secrets of this 18th-century architectural marvel with a guided tour of the Château de la Marquise de Maillé, available Tuesday to Sunday in high season and Wednesday to Sunday in low season. From room to room, from salon to bedroom, from gallery to gallery, let yourself be transported into the authentic atmosphere of this preserved site. Imagine yourself invited by the Marquise herself to a summer reception, each detail revealing the well-kept secrets of this place, a perfect marriage of art and history.
Château de La Motte-Tilly is more than just a monument, it’s a living history book. This 1,080-hectare estate, with its 62-hectare park, offers a blend of natural beauty and history.
This immersive experience is open to all, with free admission for children under 18, and young people aged 18 to 25 from European Union countries. What’s more, the château opens its doors to the public free of charge during the European Heritage Days.
So don’t miss this unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the art of 18th-century vacationing, and be enchanted by the beauty of this estate. Château de La Motte-Tilly promises an exciting experience!
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Average duration 1h
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Languages spoken French, English
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Difficulty Suitable for all
From 01.01.2025 to 31.12.2025
- Individual fare: €9
- Partnership rate: €7.50 for SNCF TGV INOUI ticket holders
- Free admission: children under 18 and 18 – 25 years old European Union citizens
- Other free admission : On presentation of a certificate less than 6 months old Holder of a card from the Centre des monuments nationaux, the French Ministry of Culture – Laissez-Passer from the Centre des monuments nationaux – Students of architecture – Students of architecture – Students of architecture – Students of architecture – Students of architecture – Students of architecture – Students of architecture – Students of architecture – Students of architecture – Students of architecture – Students of architecture – Students of architecture – Students of architecture Jobseekers (on presentation of a certificate less than 6 months old) – Beneficiaries of minimum social benefits or social welfare – Accompanying person of a handicapped person (one accompanying person per person) – War veterans (one accompanying person per person).
- Guided tour of the castle
– Visit the castle
(The château is open to guided tours only! Online booking is highly recommended).
April 15 to October 14
Tuesday to Sunday
10:30 am, 11:30 am, 2 pm, 3 pm, 4 pm and 5 pm
October 15 to April 14
Wednesday to Sunday
10:30 am, 11:30 am, 2 pm, 3 pm and 4 pm
– Visit the park
(Access to the park is free all year round).
April 15 to October 14
Tuesday to Sunday
10 am – 6 pm
October 15 to April 14
Wednesday to Sunday
10 am – 5 pm
Please note: Closed on January 1, May 1 and December 25
- Guided tour of the Château de La Motte Tilly and its collections
- A unique, rewarding activity for everyone
- A majestic historic monument, a true architectural gem from the 18th century
Château de La Motte-Tilly
On the borders of the Aube and Seine-et-Marne departments, overlooking the Seine, visit Château de La Motte Tilly, its wooded park and kitchen garden. With its refined interior decoration and remarkable furnishings, the château has preserved the ambiance of an aristocratic residence typical of the Age of Enlightenment. The beauty of its formal gardens and the perfect symmetry of its park around a splendid « water mirror » form a veritable showcase for this château.
Take a journey through more than two centuries of history, from Abbé Terray to the Marquise de Maillé!
Château de la Motte-Tilly
10400 La Motte-Tilly