Proudly sited on its rocky outcrop, Essalois Castle is within the area of Loire Gorges natural heritage site. From one of towers or from the courtyard of the castle, there is a magnificient 360 ° panoramic view over the gorges and the plain of Forez. Different footpaths and a local GR path enable you to explore this remarquable area of interest.
Free of charge.
Office de Tourisme Loire Forez - 05/09/2024
www.rendezvousenforez.com
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From 02/09 to 18/10/2024
Opening hours on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday between 2 pm and 5.30 pm. On Sunday between 10 am and 1 pm and between 2 pm and 6 pm.
Closed Monday, Tuesday and Thursday.
From 19/10 to 03/11/2024
Opening hours on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday between 2 pm and 5.30 pm. On Sunday between 10 am and 1 pm and between 2 pm and 6 pm.
Closed on Monday.
Closed exceptionally on bank holidays.
Phone : 04 77 96 08 69
Email : contact@loireforez.com
Website :
www.smagl.com
www.rendezvousenforez.com
Family walk to reach the castle (accessible by stroller). Children can have fun inside and outside the castle.