Château de Saint-Floret
Saint-Floret
A 13th-century feudal castle, some 40 frescoes depicting the Tristan and Isolde romance were painted in 1370, 13 of which remain and are unique in Europe. Open to the public : a 2nd room, access to the keep and the tower with panoramic views.
Of the last fortified castle built in the 13th century and dismantled by Richelieu, all that remains are the keep and the main building erected a century later. The keep contains a Gothic room, vaulted 9m on each side, with 12 ribs and a keystone depicting a sun with a(…)
Spoken languages
Opening hours
From 06/07 to 31/08/2026 on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and weekends between 10 am and 12 pm and between 2.30 pm and 3.30 pm.
Free guided tour of the château from the tourist office, 2 :30 pm – 3 :30 pm and guided tour of the château and Chastel, 10 am – 12 noon.
In August, the château’s fresco room is open for an exhibition every day from 1pm to 6pm.
From 01/09 to 14/09/2026 on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and weekends between 2.30 pm and 3.30 pm.
Free guided tours of the château only, departing from the tourist office.
Exceptionally, no tours on Tuesday September 15.
From 16/09 to 18/09/2026 between 2.30 pm and 3.30 pm.
Free guided tours of the château only, departing from the tourist office.
Exceptionally, no tours on Tuesday September 15.
From 19/09 to 20/09/2026 between 10 am and 11 am and between 2.30 pm and 3.30 pm.
European Heritage Days : tours at 10am and 2 :30pm. Château then Chastel.
From 23/09 to 30/09/2026 on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and weekends between 2.30 pm and 3.30 pm.
Free guided tours of the château only, departing from the tourist office.
Exceptionally, no tours on Tuesday September 22.
From 01/10 to 31/12/2026 on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and weekends between 10 am and 4 pm.
Keys on request from the Town Hall.
Prices and payment methods
- Free of charge. Free guided tour for individuals. No reservation required.
Comfort, facilities and services
- Car park
- Concert
- Free car park
- Guided group tours on request
- Pets welcome
- Shows
- Temporary exhibition
- Tour free of charge
- Unguided group tours on request
- Unguided individual tours on request
Pets welcome
Dogs allowed : Pets must be kept on a leash. Small dogs allowed during guided tour.
Location
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Updated on 17 July 2026 by Auvergne Pays d’Issoire