Famous site of the battle between Protestants and Catholics in the royal army in 1569. This 11th-century keep, built by Foulques Nerra, served as an outpost at Mirebeau and to protect the citadel at Loudun.
The view from 25 metres up is breathtaking!
Visits limited to 10 people.
Moncontour is one of France’s Green Resorts
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- Coach parking
Rates and payment methods
Full price
3 €
Bank and postal cheques
Species
Openings
Do 17 April 2026 have 24 April 2026 see the timetable
- Monday Closed
- Tuesday Closed
- Wednesday Closed
- Thursday Closed
- Friday 16:00:00 - 17:00:00
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Do 01 May 2026 have 01 May 2026 see the timetable
- Monday Closed
- Tuesday Closed
- Wednesday Closed
- Thursday Closed
- Friday 14:00:00 - 18:00:00
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Do 05 July 2026 have 25 August 2026 see the timetable
- Monday 11:30:00 - 12:30:00
- Tuesday 11:30:00 - 12:30:00
- Wednesday Closed
- Thursday Closed
- Friday Closed
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday 11:30:00 - 12:30:00
Additional info
- Languages English, French