Château de Pompadour et Ecuries de l’Orangerie

Rebuilt in the 15th century on the feudal mound, the castle of Pompadour was redesigned in the 18th century. It was given in 1745, with the title of Marquise, to the famous favorite of Louis XV. Partly destroyed during the Revolution, it was burned down in the 19th century
Of the important fortress, only the south wing and the outer wall remain. The facade, with its covered way on machicolations is flanked by big towers in pepperpot
An entrance châtelet leads to a large terrace surrounded by ditches and flanked by seven low towers. It currently houses a stud farm, royal in 1761 and national in 1872.

Practical info

• Pets allowed
• Languages spoken : French, English
• Monument classification: Registered and listed sites
• Museum themes: History
• Type of monument: Château
• Visit conditions: Unaccompanied tours

Opening

• From 05 avril 2025 to 05 juillet 2025. Fermé le Monday
• From 06 juillet 2025 to 31 août 2025
• From 02 septembre 2025 to 22 octobre 2025

Equipment

• Coach parking
• Shop