Gardens of Church of Denone
Effiat
A delightful little château set in the Limagne plain, with a gentle view of the Dômes mountain range on the horizon.It’s a Renaissance building erected in 1560, between three older towers, one of which dates back to the 12th century.
The château is surrounded by beautiful gardens and a 150-meter-long moat lined with lime and chestnut trees.
The moat’s probable function was to drain runoff water, which is abundant in this low-lying part of the Limagne region. The west garden features a mound, probably built from the fill left(…)
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Opening hours
Closed temporarily.
Prices and payment methods
- Adult : 4 €
- Child (13 years) : 2 €.
- Free entry for children under 4, people over 80.
- Group rate available for 15 people or more.
- The garden is accessible with the Château tour.
Payment methods :
- Check
- Cash
Comfort, facilities and services
- Activity
- Guided group tours available permanently
- Guided group tours on request
- Guided individual tours available permanently
- Pets welcome
Pets welcome
Dogs allowed : dogs on a leash and in the garden only
Additional information
Groups all year round by appointment.
Location
Environnements
Village centre
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Photo credits : M.C. KESSLER, M.C. KESSLER, M.C. KESSLER, M.C. KESSLER, M.C. KESSLER, M.C. KESSLER, M.C. KESSLER, M.C. KESSLER, M.C. KESSLER, M.C. KESSLER, M.C. KESSLER, M.C. KESSLER, M.C. KESSLER, M.C. KESSLER
Updated on 13 November 2025 by Office de Tourisme Terra Volcana, les Pays de Volvic