Travel back in time at the Château de Saint-Mesmin! Immerse yourself in the heart of the Middle Ages and discover the many activities offered for the whole family!
Pierre de Montfaucon, Lord of this castle, had the fortress built around 1370. In the Middle Ages, the castle was surrounded by water moats, fed by the river “Le Sevreau”. The Montfaucon family fortified the castle by adding the imposing keep of 28 meters in the XNUMXth century, crowned with a walkway. It is then accessed by a drawbridge.
An animated castle
A historic site
Place of residence, the stately home has a proud appearance. The keep is both residential and defensive. The only vaulted room on the ground floor serves as a chapel. A beautiful spiral staircase provides access to the various furnished rooms on the upper floors, up to the walkway on battlements.
Activities at the Château de Saint Mesmin
Treasure hunt - In search of lost coats of arms : The treasure chest of the castle of Saint Mesmin has not been opened for a very long time. Lord Pierre de Montfaucon lost the secret code to open it. Come as a family, take part in various challenges, which will certainly allow you to find the secret combination!
Wooden games, skill, reflection and strategy are at your disposal in the courtyard of the Château. Come and have fun with family or friends!
For 2024, the new theme is called The Middle Ages challenges you.
To mark the year 2024 as the year of organization of the Summer Olympic Games in France, the Château de Saint Mesmin will organize medieval challenges: trials, competitions, games... The middle page will be presented to all visitors as a transitional period competition between men and women, leaving ample room for:
- Physical challenges (tournament, soule, palm game, throwing game)
- Culinary challenges (between hygiene, dietetics, recipes and remedies)
- Mental challenges (table games, word games, riddles, rebuses)
See you from July 7 to August 30, 2024 to discover the new activities at the Château de Saint Mesmin in Vendée!
New 2023
The castle of Saint Mesmin launches its new big puzzle game " Haro on the poisoner "!
A fun time to do in family or between friends, for adults and children to go to the discovery of the castle while playing.
Like real adventurers, it will be about lead the investigation in order to unmask the spy who poisoned Pierre de Montfaucon, the lord of the castle!
Available on site, a game grimoire and on your side of common sense, observation, cooperation, insight and above all a good dose of good humor!
Per team of 2 to 5 people, the investigation takes place in the castle and requires game time minimum of one hour to try to unravel the mystery of the poisoning...
- From April 13 to November 3, 2024
- Game included in the castle entrance fee (depending on the period)
A reception adapted to different audiences
Labeled Tourism and Handicap since February 2014, the Château de Saint Mesmin offers a real range of services to all people... Some initiatives: booklet in Braille, tactile model of the castle, lifting platform to access different levels of the castle, audio/visio guides to discover the architecture of the floors…
Pratical information
| Prices | Min. | Max. |
|---|---|---|
| Individual rate child |
5 € | 6 € |
| Family formula |
23 € | 28 € |
| Individual rate adult |
8 € | 10 € |
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The Château de Saint-Mesmin is one of the members of the Intrepid Club ! You too, join the adventure! Discover the many treasure hunts to do with the family in the tourist attractions et leisure activities in Vendée Bocage. Don't forget your reward at the end of the game!
