Step through the gates of this impressive fortress and discover its Renaissance main courtyard and refined decor. Discover its vast wooded park and apartments.
Description
Overlooking the Côtes du Rhône vineyards, the Château de Suze-la-Rousse bears witness to 1,000 years of history.
From a simple keep with a defensive tower, the château was transformed into a powerful fortress in the late Middle Ages. The Renaissance marked the apogee of the château: a courtyard of honor and new apartments were created, while a park was laid out with a palm hall.
On September 21, 1564, the future King Charles IX, accompanied by his mother Catherine de Médicis and the court, was received here by the Seigneur de Suze, François de La Baume.
A century later, the château became a holiday home. Large windows opened onto the landscape and new decorations adorned the rooms.
Today, the château is a tourist attraction open all year round, offering activities and fun for all ages.
Tips
La Clef des Châteaux" ambassador card: Let's go for a royal year at the châteaux of Suze-la-Rousse, Montélimar and Grignan!
> Unlimited visits,
> Activities and shows at low prices,
> Unique experiences,
> Privileges for friends and family.
Card on sale at the château ticket office or by telephone | Valid for 1 year | Price: €28
Suze-la-Rousse annual pass: €16
Spoken languages
- English
- French
Themes
- Historic patrimony
- Castle
- Fortified castle
Labels and ranking
- Le Routard guide
- Michelin guide
- Le petit futé
- Michelin guide
- Wine tourism
- Le Routard guide
- Vineyards and Discovery Accreditation
- Petit Fûté
- Bad weather alternative
- Qualité Tourisme™
- Recommended by high heat
Activities
- Handicrafts workshops
- Concert
- Botanic trail
- Shows
- Activity
- Children's entertainment
- Discovery trail/orientation trail
Opening
From 01/03 to 03/04/2026 on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and weekends between 10 am and 12.30 pm and between 2 pm and 5 pm. Closed on Monday and Tuesday.
From 04/04 to 03/05/2026 daily between 10 am and 6 pm.
From 04/05 to 07/05/2026 between 10 am and 12.30 pm and between 2 pm and 6 pm.
From 08/05 to 10/05/2026 between 10 am and 6 pm.
From 11/05 to 13/05/2026 between 10 am and 12.30 pm and between 2 pm and 6 pm.
From 14/05 to 17/05/2026 between 10 am and 6 pm.
From 18/05 to 22/05/2026 between 10 am and 12.30 pm and between 2 pm and 6 pm.
From 23/05 to 25/05/2026 between 10 am and 6 pm.
From 26/05 to 03/07/2026 daily between 10 am and 12.30 pm and between 2 pm and 6 pm.
From 04/07 to 30/08/2026 daily between 9.30 am and 6 pm.
From 31/08 to 18/09/2026 daily between 10 am and 12.30 pm and between 2 pm and 5 pm.
From 19/09 to 20/09/2026 between 10 am and 6 pm.
From 21/09 to 16/10/2026 daily between 10 am and 12.30 pm and between 2 pm and 5 pm.
From 17/10 to 01/11/2026 daily between 10 am and 6 pm.
From 02/11 to 29/11/2026 on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and weekends between 1 pm and 5 pm. Closed on Monday and Tuesday.
From 30/11 to 04/12/2026 closed .
Closed (installation of Christmas trail).
From 05/12 to 06/12/2026 between 10 am and 5 pm.
From 07/12 to 11/12/2026 between 1 pm and 5 pm.
From 12/12 to 13/12/2026 between 10 am and 5 pm.
From 14/12 to 18/12/2026 on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday between 1 pm and 5 pm. Closed on Monday and Tuesday.
From 19/12 to 31/12/2026 daily between 10 am and 5 pm.
Visit
Individual tour
- Unguided individual tours available permanently
- Guided individual tours available permanently
Group tour
- Guided group tours on request
- Max. group size: 35
Rate
Guided tour: from €10 (depending on program))
Reduced price: 6 to 8 € (Self-guided tour: €6 (free for children under 12)
Guided tour: from €8 (depending on program)).
Free admission (on presentation of proof of entitlement): under 12s, disabled persons, guide-lecturer card, Clef des châteaux ambassador card.
Reduced rate (on presentation of valid proof): 12-17 years, students under 25, jobseekers, RSA or AAH recipients.
Family activities and themed tours: prices according to program, info on http://www.chateaudesuzelarousse.fr
GOOD DEALS :
Clef des Châteaux Ambassador Card: €20
Free, unlimited access to guided and self-guided tours of the châteaux of Grignan, Suze-la-Rousse and Montélimar.
Château de Suze-la-Rousse annual pass: €12.
Payment options:
- Check
- Cash
- Bank/credit card
- Travellers Cheque
- Online payment
- Contactless payment
Amenities and Services
- Educational visits
- Guided tours
- Room hire
- Shop
- Themed tour
- Tourist brochures
- Tourist information
- Coach parking
- Free car park
- Private parking
- Car park
- Defibrillator
- Picnic area
- Toilets
Accessibility
- Visual disability
- Documentation available in Braille
- Relief map, tactile model or audio device description available at the reception
- Reception staff sensitized to the reception of people with disabilities
- Tactile models