The castle farm at Saint Fargeau, 1h30 from Paris, immerses you in the heart of the Burgundian countryside. Farm jobs and the life of a farmer will no longer have any secrets for you in this authentic and historic place located between Briare-le-Canal and Auxerre.
Welcome to the Château de Saint-Fargeau farm
Visit this atypical place from the 18th century between Loire and Burgundy. You will have the opportunity to discover all the farm professions and the 150 animals present (calves, cows, geese, ducks, etc.) around different activities. Don't be surprised to see the pig, a good size, taking a few baths or to see a horse taking visitors in a carriage. The farm also offers you rentals for for one night or more: gîte, caravan, cabin… and even for groups! To restore you, a meal basket service with good local products is available at reception, upon reservation.
It's here, in Puisaye-Forterre that your return to basics begins with an experience of French farm life !
Visit the castle farm
Entertainment all day long! With the smell of creamy milk coming out of the goat's udder, children will discover an authentic place. Adults will suddenly see happy memories resurface with a distant grandmother.
WITH FAMILY
Depending on the period of your visit, different activities and entertainment will be offered to you such as pony riding, goat milking, visiting the old classroom, rope making, feeding the newborns, participating in baking bread… Each member of the family will be in total immersion with the speakers, who will share their know-how with you. Far from being an eco-museum, this place is, in everyone's opinion, the best way to reconnect with the simple pleasures of a 13th century country house.
IN GROUP
With family, friends or colleagues, you will be amazed by the diversity of activities offered for you. You will have the opportunity to participate in a guided tour in addition to free access, to discover more about all these animals and these trades of yesteryear. Remember to book before your visit. The castle farm can also provide you with a quote containing all the necessary information.
IN SCHOOL GROUP
The ideal place to introduce little ones to the traditions of the farm and all these animals. A specific program will be offered to your class for this moment unforgettable. This educational outing will allow everyone to learn, discover, and have fun in the great outdoors with booklets where you will find all the essential information. You will have the possibility of having lunch on the site by bringing your meal to a table provided for this purpose. The castle farm will be able to provide a quote for preparing for your class's arrival, knowing that entry for an accompanying adult is free.
COURSE FOR CHILDREN
Go for total immersion by doing a half-day course at the castle farm. This activity for 6 to 12 years is scheduled every Friday during school holidays for the happiness of all. Exclusive activities, lunch and snack, games, a program custom made awaits you there.
| Rates | Min. | Max. |
|---|---|---|
| Child rate |
7 € | Not disclosed |
| Group rate (per person) |
8 € | Not disclosed |
| Basic price – Adult Full price |
9 € | Not disclosed |
| Other tariff |
21 € | Not disclosed |
| Other tariff |
27 € | Not disclosed |
| Other tariff |
12 € | Not disclosed |
Sleep at the Château Farm
You have to rent cabins, trailers, and lodgings whose room capacity varies depending on the accommodation. Your entry to the farm is included in your rental and you can also benefit from the packed lunch service at reception in addition to the restaurant area. Each room will share with you a authentic and atypical atmosphere to immerse yourself in the immersion of this place. It is also a good way to take full advantage of the Saint-Fargeau castle show by going there on foot.
Frequently asked questions about the Ferme du Château de Saint-Fargeau:
Are animals accepted?
Dogs are accepted and welcome, if kept on a leash during your visits to the farm.
What to discover around the castle farm?
There are many sites to discover in the immediate vicinity of the farm.
- Le Château de Saint-Fargeau, with its free visits, its candlelight tours and his historical spectacle Fridays and Saturdays in July and August.
- The Museum of the Adventure of Sound.
- Investigation "The Mystery of the Red River” via the Legendr app.
- Le Bourdon Lake and its many water activities and swimming.
But also, a few minutes from Saint-Fargeau, the Colette's birthplace in Saint-Sauveur-en-Puisaye, the castle of Guedelon, Boutissaint etc.
Can we have lunch near the castle farm?
Different restaurants located a few minutes on foot or by car will welcome you to offer you local and seasonal products, you will discover local specialties at the table.
Where can you sleep in Saint-Fargeau?
In addition to the accommodation offered on site, different hotels (Hotel du Relais du Château and Hôtel des Grands Chênes), guest rooms and lodges are ready to welcome you during your trip to Burgundy.
