The castle of Parentignat

Parentignat

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For 45 minutes, the Château de Parentignat guides visitors through its furnished hallways, decorated with an exceptional private collection of paintings. A stroll through the trees of the English park will complete your visit (free access).

Baptized “the little Auvergnat Versailles” by regionalist writer Henri Pourrat, the Château de Parentignat, a member of La Demeure Historique Privée, La Route Historique des Châteaux d’Auvergne and La Toscane d’Auvergne, features vestibules, dining rooms, lounges, a library and staterooms housing sumptuous furniture, much of it original, a collection of(…)

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Opening hours

From 01/07 to 31/08/2026 on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and weekends.
Guided tours from 11 am to 11 :45 am, 1 :30 pm to 2 :15 pm, 2 :30 pm to 3 :15 pm, 3 :30 pm to 4 :15 pm and 4 :30 pm to 5 :15 pm.
Free access to the park.
Group visits by appointment.
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From 01/09 to 30/09/2026 on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and weekends.
Guided tours from 11 am to 11 :45 am, 2 :30 pm to 3 :15 pm, 3 :30 pm to 4 :15 pm and 4 :30 pm to 5 :15 pm.
Free access to the park.
Group visits by appointment.

Prices and payment methods

  • Adult : 12 €
  • Child (7-17 years) : 8 € (7-17 years)
  • Student : 8 €
  • Group adults : 8 € (per person).
  • Free entry for children under 7, the drivers.
  • Group rate available for 20 people or more.
  • European Heritage Days : reduced rate and free admission for children and students.
  • Combined ticket with Château de Villeneuve Lembron : €14 instead of €19, valid for 7 days.

Payment methods :

  • Bank/credit card
  • Travellers Cheque
  • Cash

Comfort, facilities and services

  • Car park
  • Children’s entertainment
  • Coach parking
  • Concert
  • Educational visits
  • Exhibition space
  • Free car park
  • Guided group tours obligatory
  • Guided group tours on request
  • Guided individual tours available permanently
  • Guided inividual tours obligatory
  • Guided tours
  • Meeting room
  • Pets welcome
  • Private parking
  • Product tasting
  • Room hire
  • Shop
  • Shows
  • Temporary exhibition
  • Toilets
  • Tourist brochures
  • Wi-fi

Pets welcome

Dogs allowed : In the gardens and outdoors : dogs of all sizes on a leash are welcome.
Inside the château : only small dogs are allowed, provided they are carried in their master’s arms or in a bag.
For large dogs : We recommend that you take turns visiting the castle’s interior, as your dog must not be left unattended outside.
Guide and assistance dogs : Guide and assistance dogs are allowed inside the château.

Additional information

Hot and cold drinks for sale on site.

Location

Accès

Exit N°13 from the A75, follow Parentignat on the D996 for 2 kms.

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Updated on 7 May 2026 by Auvergne Pays d’Issoire