Impressive Chateau - Park, Garden, Museum & all installations. Interesting and dramatic history of this place and also a good example of people solidarity and passion to keep your heritage alive. Highly recommended to visit a local brasserie. Easy to find a parking spot. Suggest to spend at least half a day, including outdoor premises.

Beautiful chateau and garden, not huge we spend about an hour and then got some drink. They are very considerate for people with some walking limit and allow driving to the gate to drop them.

We really enjoyed our day at Chateau Hautefort. We received a warm welcome from the lady in the ticket office and then walked through to the impeccable courtyard where even the gravel had been raked! Lots of information available about the restoration and fire (the film was particularly informative) and a room dedicated to all the films that have been made there. We had lunch in the restaurant which was good value for money but presumably you could take a picnic into the grounds where there are lots of tables and chairs. The French formal garden was so pretty with a pink and purple colour scheme, topiary and box hedging. We then walked through the English style park where we felt lucky to see carpets of cyclamen under the trees.

Beautiful chateau and gardens. Poorly signed. Had no idea children’s buggies were not permitted and had to be parked in a small holding bay at the entrance. There was also a tiny café, without any high chairs - so quite difficult with a baby. Toilet facilities also rather lacking for the little ones. Staff were friendly and many speak English if you need that.

Very nicely presented chateau with access to a lot of rooms, including one the late Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother stayed in. Fascinating view of the roof structure inside the turrets, a short video of how the chateau burnt down shortly after it was restored in the 1960s and even a film set where you can dress up as Louis XIV. (A film about his death was being made here in 2015 the last time we visited. Ever After starring Drew Barrymore was also filmed here.) The gardens and setting are lovely too, although we didn't get chance to explore as the weather was so awful. Takes about 2 hours to see the inside of the chateau if you dawdle.The lady in the ticket office spoke French, English and Spanish and was extremely nice and helpful.

Château Hautefort struts on its hill, all elegance and attitude. Perfect gardens, grand views — it knows it’s magnificent, and it is.

One of the most impressive castles in my life. Very clean, beautiful and accurately restored after the fire

Quirky but interesting exhibits. The audio guide is available in English and covers the exhibits well. The exhibition of Roman Catholic priest vestments may be of interest to non-Catholic visitors. Coming from Ireland I found it strange but welcome, to see them in an exhibition. Consider making the walk up the hill towards the chateau afterwards. Super views.

It would be nice to also make it nicer for tourists by making the tour not only in French but also in English.

Extremely interesting insight into early medicine and dentistry. Get an audio guide which is very helpful

Very well place

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(Translated by Google) Close to world-renowned tourist sites (Lascaux, etc.), Hautefort offers all the ingredients for a charming holiday in the Land of Man. Visible from afar, the village of Hautefort boasts an imposing castle in the architectural style of the Loire Valley castles. Baron Maxence de Damas helped to forge close ties with the local population. Every year, he organized a festival to which all the inhabitants were invited and received magnificent gifts. This affection for the castle continues today and is reflected in the local history. In Hautefort, history has never stopped living. The town of Hautefort also has a Hôtel-Dieu, unique in the region, which has housed the Museum of the History of Medicine since 1994. This historic monument, in the shape of a Greek cross with a chapel in the center, offers the opportunity to discover seven exhibition spaces that explore heritage and medicine. From the reconstructed Ward of the Sick to the Aristotle Hall, which shows the history of radiology, 6,500 objects and 2,000 books are on display, which vary according to the year and the theme of the exhibition. In the Logis de l'Enclos, an annex of the Hôtel-Dieu, the city has opened a Micro-Folie: an innovative cultural facility initiated by the Ministry of Culture and coordinated by La Villette. This digital museum, combined with a virtual reality space and a FabLab (fabrication laboratory), allows visitors to discover important works of national and world heritage, participate in creative workshops and enjoy a unique cultural experience in a rural setting. The city of Hautefort also has a Sculpture Trail dedicated to the artist Yvonne Clergerie, which enhances exploration of the area, as well as its Terra Aventura geocaching trail, which attracts families and puzzle-seeking adventurers. It has two flowers in the "Flowering Towns and Villages" competition, is part of the "Small Towns with Character" network and has had the "Towns and Villages that Welcome Classic Vehicles" label since 2025. From the Middle Ages to the present day, from Bertran de Born to Eugène Le Roy, Hautefort continues to build its history every day! There are places that change you. (Original) A prop de llocs turístics de renom mundial (Lascaux, etc.), Hautefort ofereix tots els ingredients per a unes vacances encantadores a la Terra de l'Home. Visible des de lluny, el poble de Hautefort presumeix d'un imponent castell a l'estil arquitectònic dels castells del Vall del Loira. El baró Maxence de Damas va ajudar a forjar estrets vincles amb la població local. Cada any, organitzava un festival al qual tots els habitants eren convidats i rebien magnífics regals. Aquest afecte pel castell continua avui dia i es reflecteix en la història local. A Hautefort, la història mai ha deixat de viure. La ciutat de Hautefort també té un Hôtel-Dieu, únic a la regió, que allotja el Museu d'Història de la Medicina des del 1994. Aquest monument històric, en forma de creu grega amb la capella al centre, ofereix l'oportunitat de descobrir set espais d'exposició que exploren el patrimoni i la medicina. Des de la Sala dels Malalts reconstruïda fins a la Sala Aristòtil, que mostra la història de la radiologia, s'exposen 6.500 objectes i 2.000 llibres, que varien segons l'any i la temàtica de l'exposició. Al Logis de l'Enclos, un annex de l'Hôtel-Dieu, la ciutat ha obert una Micro-Folie: un equipament cultural innovador iniciat pel Ministeri de Cultura i coordinat per La Villette. Aquest museu digital, combinat amb un espai de realitat virtual i un FabLab (laboratori de fabricació), permet als visitants descobrir obres importants del patrimoni nacional i mundial, participar en tallers creatius i gaudir d'una experiència cultural única en un entorn rural. La ciutat d'Hautefort també compta amb un Sender d'Escultures dedicat a l'artista Yvonne Clergerie, que millora l'exploració de la zona, així com el seu sender de geocaching Terra Aventura, que atrau famílies i aventurers que busquen trencaclosques. Compta amb dues flors al concurs "Viles i pobles florits", forma part de la xarxa "Petites ciutats amb caràcter" i té el segell "Viles i pobles que acullen vehicles clàssics" des del 2025. Des de l'Edat Mitjana fins als nostres dies, des de Bertran de Born fins a Eugène Le Roy, Hautefort continua construint la seva història cada dia! Hi ha llocs que et canvien.

(Translated by Google) What a lovely surprise this discovery was. At the Augustine counter is a magical place! In addition to offering us a trip back in time, it Awakens all our senses! It smells good, it’s extremely well put together, with exquisite taste, the songs of yesteryear accompany us. You will find old candies there, as well as a chamber pot or even black soap. But I would say that the most extraordinary is the meeting with Augustine and her wonderful husband. They are the sweetest couple I have ever had the chance to meet. They are inexhaustible about their objects and their origin. Don't pass by and treat yourself when you enter, you will inevitably leave with a little treasure. (Original) Quelle belle surprise que cette découverte Au comptoir d’Augustine est un endroit magique ! En plus de nous offrir un voyage dans le temps, il Met tous nos sens en éveil! Ça sent bon, c’est extrêmement bien agencé, avec un goût exquis, les chansons d’antan nous accompagnent. Vous y trouverez aussi bien des bonbons anciens, qu’un pot de chambre ou encore du savon noir. Mais je dirais que le plus extraordinaire est la rencontre avec Augustine et son merveilleux époux. C’est le couple le plus adorable que j’ai eu la chance de rencontrer. Ils sont intarissables sur leurs objets et leur origine . Ne passez pas votre chemin et faites vous plaisir en y entrant, vous repartiez forcément avec un petit trésor .

(Translated by Google) Exciting place, just like its owner who lives her profession and who will be happy to tell you her story and that of the multitude of historical objects that make up her shop! A real course for the little ones which retraces our family lives. Thank you for this moment, don’t change anything! Well done! The Northern family (near the Leroux museum 😊) (Original) Endroit passionnant, tout comme sa propriétaire qui vit son métier et qui se fera un plaisir de vous conter son histoire et celle de la multitude d'objets historiques que compose sa boutique ! Un vrai cours pour les plus petits qui retrace nos vies de famille. Merci pour ce moment, ne changez rien! Bravo! La famille du Nord (proche du musée Leroux 😊)

(Translated by Google) Warm welcome, the gentleman is very kind and friendly.👍🏼I am young but I see that my mother returned to her youth, we were happy, the seller immediately makes you want to buy from him. We would love more sellers like him From the young person and the mother who bought you a tray of walnut water and three sweets that you kindly kept for us during the show and we came back to get them😁 I RECOMMEND THIS PLACE!!!😄😄 (Original) Accueil chaleureux, le monsieur est très gentil et sympathique.👍🏼je suis jeune mais je vois que ma mère est retournée en jeunesse nous étions épanoui le vendeur donne tout de suite envie d’acheter chez lui. Nous aimerions beaucoup plus de vendeur comme lui De la part du jeune et de la mère qui vous a acheté un plateau une eaux de noix et trois sucrerie que vous nous avez gentiment gardés pendant le spectacle et nous sommes revenus les chercher😁 JE VOUS RECOMMANDE CE LIEU !!!😄😄

(Translated by Google) Very pretty shop, I rediscover the memories of my childhood made in France! Thank you Madam for your very pleasant welcome, your store is magnificent, your products are quality with very reasonable prices! See you soon! (Original) Très jolie boutique, je re-découvre les souvenirs de mon enfance made in France ! Merci Madame pour votre accueil très agréable, votre boutique est magnifique vos produits sont de qualités avec des prix très raisonnables ! A très vite !

(Translated by Google) Small store that takes us back to childhood. A passionate and adorable trader. My daughters thank you for your succulent roudoudou. 😋 (Original) Petit magasin qui nous fait replonger en enfance. Une commercante passionnée et adorable. Mes filles vous remercient pour vos succulents roudoudou. 😋

(Translated by Google) Le Comptoir d'Augustine is a Proust madeleine, what a pleasure, what a joy to return for a few moments to a bygone era and to see objects, decorations, sweets such as Pierrot Gourmand lollipops, brands that rocked our childhood and everyday objects from these happy years. Even licorice sticks which were sold at the time in pharmacies. My sister also pointed out to me the brand of a package of tobacco on display that my father bought in the 60s and 70s. This store is a marvel. The owner of this shop is cheerful, cheerful, smiling, sharing multiple memories of the products on display and giving numerous explanations on quality products. I recommend this place for the pleasure of the eyes and the charm of yesteryear. I will come back with pleasure. (Original) Le Comptoir d’Augustine est une madeleine de Proust, quel plaisir, quelle joie de revenir pendant quelques instants dans une époque révolue et de revoir des objets, des décors, des bonbons tels que les sucettes Pierrot Gourmand, des marques qui ont bercé notre enfance et des objets usuels de ces heureuses années. Même des bâtons de réglisse qui se vendaient à l’époque dans les pharmacies. Ma sœur m’a fait remarquer aussi la marque d'un paquet de tabac exposé que mon père achetait dans les années 60/70. C’est une merveille ce magasin. La propriétaire de cette boutique est gaie, enjouée, souriante, partageant les souvenirs multiples des produits exposés et donnant de nombreuses explications sur des produits de qualité. Je recommande cet endroit pour le plaisir des yeux et le charme d’antan. J’y reviendrai avec plaisir.

(Translated by Google) Extremely rare delicatessen to find these days with all the local products available. The exterior decoration immediately makes us want to go inside, a real little museum 💕 A big plus, the manager of this little shop is absolutely welcoming and kind! We go in with a smile, we go around with a smile, we leave really delighted... I deplore the Tourist Office which was unable to give us the name of this charming shop despite the fact that we had specified that we were looking for local products in Terrasson. "There is no shop on Terrasson, you have to go to the producers directly, we were told, an extremely rare delicatessen to find these days with all the local products available. The exterior decoration immediately makes us want to go inside, a real little museum 💕 A big plus, the manager of this little shop is extremely welcoming and kind! We go in with a smile, we walk around with a smile, we leave really delighted... I deplores the Tourist Office which was unable to give us the name of this charming shop even though we had specified that we were looking for local products in Terrasson "There is no shop in Terrasson, you have to go to the producers directly, we were told" ... Luckily, when leaving the restaurant, we came across it! THANKS! Charlotte and Laurent with their children Pablo, Jeanne and Séléna. (Original) Épicerie fine rarissime à trouver de nos jours avec tous les produits locaux disponibles. La décoration extérieure nous donne tout de suite envie d'y rentrer, un vrai petit musée 💕 Un gros plus, le gérant de cette petite boutique est d'un accueil et d'une gentillesse absolue! On y rentre avec le sourire, on fait le tour avec le sourire, on en sort vraiment ravis... Je déplore l'Office du tourisme qui n'a pas su nous donner le nom de cette charmante boutique malgré que nous avions spécifié que nous cherchions des produits locaux sur Terrasson. "Il n'y a pas de boutique sur Terrasson, il faut aller chez les producteurs directement nous as-t-on répondÉpicerie fine rarissime à trouver de nos jours avec tous les produits locaux disponibles. La décoration extérieure nous donne tout de suite envie d'y rentrer, un vrai petit musée 💕 Un gros plus, le gérant de cette petite boutique est d'un accueil et d'une gentillesse absolue! On y rentre avec le sourire, on fait le tour avec le sourire, on en sort vraiment ravis... Je déplore l'Office du tourisme qui n'a pas su nous donner le nom de cette charmante boutique malgré que nous avions spécifié que nous cherchions des produits locaux sur Terrasson. "Il n'y a pas de boutique sur Terrasson, il faut aller chez les producteurs directement nous as-t-on répondu" ... Par chance, en sortant du restaurant, nous sommes tombés dessus! Merci! Charlotte et Laurent avec leurs enfants Pablo,Jeanne et Séléna.

(Translated by Google) If you live in Hautefort, you already know this flea market, and if you go to this village, it is probably for the castle, or a restaurant. A visit to this flea market is worth a stop, beautiful interior space (large building), heterogeneous and classic objects. (Original) Si vous habitez Hautefort, vous connaissez déjà cette brocante, et si vous allez dans ce village, c'est probablement pour le château, ou un restaurant. La visite de cette brocante mérite une halte, bel espace intérieur (grand bâtiment), objet hétéroclites et classiques.

(Translated by Google) A wide selection to browse and find a good deal! Everything is clean and tidy... Bravo! (Original) Un vaste choix pour chiner pour et trouver la bonne affaire ! Tout est propre et bien rangé… Bravo !

(Translated by Google) A place to visit: good deals, low prices, good advice and kindness from the owner, large area and lots of objects, furniture, varied clothing (Original) Un lieu à visiter : bonnes affaires, prix bas, bons conseils et gentillesse du patron, grande surface et beaucoup d'objets, meubles, vêtements variés

(Translated by Google) A little expensive... But nice (Original) Un peu cher... Mais sympa

(Translated by Google) Great corner for designer clothing and shoes at low prices And a very friendly welcome from Didier, thank you. (Original) Super coin vêtements et chaussures a petits prix et de marque Et un accueil de Didier très sympathique merci

(Translated by Google) Nothing but the welcome from the 'boss'! worth the detour! Afterwards, he who seeks hard can find what he is looking for! The very interesting little extra is the “clothes” section, there are always deals to be had! Good address!! 👍 (Original) Rien que l'accueil du 'patron'! vaut le détour ! Après qui cherche bien peut trouver son bonheur ! Le petit plus très intéressant le rayon "fringues" il y a toujours des affaires à faire ! Bonne adresse !! 👍

(Translated by Google) I have known this place for 4 years, I always find what I am looking for there, especially in designer clothes at low prices. The welcome is very friendly. Go there with your eyes closed, surprising place. (Original) Je connais cet endroit depuis 4 ans, j'y trouve toujours mon bonheur surtout en vêtements de marque à petits prix. L'accueil est très sympathique. Allez y les yeux fermés, endroit surprenant.