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Brienne-le-Château
Guided tour of the Château de Brienne
Discover the elegance of the « Little Versailles of the Aube » during an exceptional visit to Brienne-le-Château! This architectural masterpiece, usually closed to the public, opens its doors for a few exclusive dates, offering a unique immersion in local history.
Through a guided tour lasting around 1 hour, come and meet this emblematic château built by the Counts of Brienne and sublimated in the 18ᵉ century by architect Jean-Louis Fontaine. Between sleek facades and historical anecdotes, your volunteer guide will take you on a journey back in time, to the heart of a site imbued with majesty, devoid of furniture, but rich in history.
On the program: discover part of the first floor and exterior of the château, to fully appreciate the architecture and atmosphere of a place often compared to the great royal residences. Take advantage of this rare opportunity to explore an exceptional heritage.
Don’t miss out! Register quickly with the Grands Lacs de Champagne Tourist Office and let yourself be seduced by the fascinating history of Brienne-le-Château.
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Average duration 1 hour
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Languages spoken French, English, German
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Difficulty Suitable for all
Prices & opening times
Offer valid
From 19.07.2025 to 18.10.2025
Prices
From €6 per adult, free admission for children up to age 12. Reduced rate of €5 for disabled visitors.
What’s included
- Guided tour of the château and grounds
- Supervision by a volunteer guide
Not included
- Any additional expenses (transportation, meals, other activities, site visits, etc.)
Opening times
Join us on Saturdays July 19, August 23, September 13 and October 18. Three departures per date: 3:30 pm, 4 pm and 4:30 pm.
Access to the château is from Avenue de Bauffremont, 15 minutes before each departure.
Highlights
- A guided tour led by an enthusiastic volunteer guide
- A unique opportunity to discover this historic jewel, which is closed to the public outside of these events.
- Discover an astonishing history linked to the Counts of Champagne
Champagne
Le Château
Avenue de Bauffremont
10500 Brienne-le-Château I'm going by train!
Avenue de Bauffremont
10500 Brienne-le-Château I'm going by train!
Office de Tourisme des Grands Lacs de Champagne find out more
About
Office de Tourisme des Grands Lacs de Champagne
Immerse yourself in nature at the Grands Lacs de Champagne!
Located in the Aube department, in the heart of the Champagne region and the Forêt d'Orient Regional Nature Park, the Grands Lacs de Champagne await you for your nature vacations.
Less than two hours from Paris, enjoy the lush greenery surrounding the lakes of the Forêt d'Orient: Lac Amance, Europe's largest lake dedicated to motorboating, Lac du Temple for fishing and rowing, and Lac d'Orient for gentle water sports. Rich in remarkable and protected biodiversity, you can enjoy a wide range of activities around the lakes. Swimming, boating, birdwatching, hiking, outdoor activities and much more are on the agenda for your stay.
Follow in the footsteps of Napoleon 1st and discover the villages of Champagne. You're sure to come across extraordinary skills such as terracotta, stained glass and pan de bois. And, of course, don't forget to sample our local flavors, such as Briennoise sauerkraut or Champ-sur-Barse, with a glass of Champagne!
See you soon in Champagne!
1 Rue Emile Zola
10500 Brienne-le-Château
10500 Brienne-le-Château
I'm going by train!
03 25 92 82 41
https://grandslacsdechampagne.fr/fr/
