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Château de Treffort

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A former estate of the Counts of Savoy and architect Tony Ferret, Château de Treffort in the Ain department overlooks Bresse from the Revermont mountains.

Come and discover Treffort castle, its history, the monument, meet Amédée V and Tony Ferret, its two emblematic occupants, and enjoy a magnificent setting on the heights of the village.

The château museum comprises ten rooms, divided into two zones: the château entrance with the Tour Tony Ferret (8 rooms) and the Tour du Papegai (2 rooms). Visitors discover the history of the château, from its construction in the Middle Ages to its renovation by Tony Ferret in the 20th century. The tour explores several centuries of history, including seigniorial life and the family of Amédée V, the château's first Savoyard owner.

Activities:
- An outdoor games area for children aged 5 and over.
- Screening of a story with subtitles.
- Reproductions of weapons of war from different eras.
- Historical lectures inside the château.
- A booklet of games has been designed for children. It will be handed out free of charge at the entrance. Guided by the characters Huguette, Louis and the dog Damelot, they can discover the history of the château and its occupants through observation games and riddles.

Services :
- The gîte: a character house that can accommodate up to 10 people. It is located just a few meters from the château, in the village of Treffort. It offers a breathtaking view of the Bresse from the bedrooms and garden. The gîte is open all year round, by reservation only with the château.

- The boutique: The boutique offers a variety of local products (honey, chocolate, oil, etc.), a selection of books, handicrafts (jewelry, stationery, etc.) and wooden toys. The store is open during museum opening hours and for special events.

- The Château's pizzas are available to eat in or take away on Friday evenings all year round.

Opening times

From 11/04 to 19/04/2026 on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and weekends between 10 am and 12 pm and between 2 pm and 6 pm. Closed on Monday and Tuesday.

From 25/04 to 13/06/2026 weekends between 10 am and 12 pm and between 2 pm and 6 pm. Closed from Monday to Friday.
Open May 14th and 25th, 10am to 12pm and 2pm to 6pm
Closed May 1st and 8th.

From 17/06 to 19/07/2026 on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and weekends between 10 am and 12 pm and between 2 pm and 6 pm. Closed on Monday and Tuesday.
Open Tuesday July 14th, 10am to 12pm and 2pm to 6pm.

From 20/07 to 23/08/2026 on Monday between 2 pm and 6 pm. On Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and weekends between 10 am and 12 pm and between 2 pm and 6 pm.

From 26/08 to 13/09/2026 on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and weekends between 10 am and 12 pm and between 2 pm and 6 pm. Closed on Monday and Tuesday.

From 19/09 to 27/09/2026 weekends between 10 am and 12 pm and between 2 pm and 6 pm. Closed from Monday to Friday.

From 17/10 to 01/11/2026 on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and weekends between 10 am and 12 pm and between 2 pm and 6 pm. Closed on Monday and Tuesday.

Price:

Adult: 6 to 9 € (9€ (18 years and over), 6€ (12-17 years, student, accompanying person PSH))
Child: Free for children under 12
Student: 6 € (Upon presentation of a valid receipt.)
Person with a disability: Free for PSH/PMR.

Group rate (minimum 10 people): €8/person
Guided tour price (minimum 10 people): 11€/person
Offer pass 2026 (more information on our website): €25

Non-refundable, non-exchangeable tickets valid for the 2026 season.

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Bourg-en-Bresse Destinations - Office de tourisme

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Coordinates

46.273394, 5.371258

DMS

46°16'24.2"N 5°22'16.5"E

UTM

31T 682703 5127157

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