Sancerre Castle, Sancerre
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Hilltop Sancerre: Wine, History & Cheese
5 attractions · 5h 32min · transit route
Tickets ~€34
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About Sancerre Castle
The Château de Sancerre sits atop the hilltop that dominates the Loire Valley wine town, combining a working wine estate with the remains of an 11th-century fortress. The original castle was erected by Etienne Ier de Sancerre and later demolished by order of Louis XIII in 1620, leaving only the 14th-century Tour des Fiefs — a 28-meter medieval tower now classified as a Historic Monument. The current château building dates from 1874, designed in Louis XII revival style by architect Clément Parent.
Sancerre Castle — Planning Your Visit
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Ticket Prices
Guided Vineyard Tour & Tasting
RecommendedGuided tour of vineyards and cellars followed by wine tasting. Sessions at 11:00 and 15:00. Minimum 4 adults, maximum 15 people. Advance booking required.
Park & Tour des Fiefs
Self-guided visit of the historic park and medieval tower. Seasonal: April to November only. Climb approximately 100 steps to reach the tower summit.
In day plans, the recommended ticket is pre-selected and included in the total price.
Combine with 4 nearby attractions for a full day
From €34 / person — all tickets and transport included — transit route with total cost breakdown
Louis-Alexandre Marnier-Lapostolle, the inventor of Grand Marnier liqueur in 1880, purchased the Château de Sancerre in 1919. The estate remained in the Marnier-Lapostolle family until Campari Group acquired it in 2016, before being sold to Maison Ackerman in 2017 for €20.5 million.
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