This 11th century medieval fortress shares its history, traditions and culture with you. It is here in the heart of the Burgundy-Franche-Comté region that you can discover this unique place in France.
Ratilly Castle: A rich historical heritage
At the end of a path, the impressive facade of the Château de Ratilly emerges, real medieval fortress, in the heart of an intact countryside. After various embellishments during the Renaissance (fireplaces, dovecote), it today houses around a soothing courtyard, an artisanal pottery workshop and an art center.
This Yonne castle is one of the most majestic historic sites in the region. Its defense towers, its central courtyard and its dovecote make Ratilly an emblematic building in France.
The Château de Ratilly is now included in the Supplementary Inventory of Historic Monuments and Sites for its remarkable architecture. It also inspired the construction of the famous Château de Guedelon a few steps away, also located in the town of Treigny-Perreuse-Sainte-Colombe.
The Château de Ratilly today keeps traces of a rich heritage through the succession of its owners, notably the Pierlot family. Jeanne and Norbert Pierlot having lived for many years at the castle, made it their artistic fame. Indeed, during a stay between Yonne and Loire, at Saint-Amand-en-Puisaye, Jeanne introduced Norbert Pierlot to this fortress. They decided together to leave Paris to live in Ratilly and devoted themselves to pottery by creating a tailor-made workshop.
The Friends of Ratilly association brings this place full of history to life through events and entertainment all year round. The protection of the Château de Ratilly is their objective. For you, they preserve this castle and make your visit a real experience.
Visit the Château de Ratilly
The Château de Ratilly is visit all year round. For children and adults alike, this unmissable place in Burgundy will give you a story to share with your family.
- You have the opportunity to discover this 13th century castle, free visits to explore every corner of the building at your leisure.
- It is also possible, for adults and children alike, in a large group or on a school outing, to take advantage of guided tours.
To follow in the footsteps of Jeanne and Norbert Pierlot, the Ratilly sandstones are open. Like a museum, you will discover unique pottery pieces, the workshop and all the stages of creation of the works. You can take advantage of your visit to bring a member of your family a souvenir of a piece of decoration for the house, whether decorative or utilitarian.
| Prices | Min. | Max. |
|---|---|---|
| Basic price – Adult Full price |
3 € | 5 € |
Activities at Ratilly Castle
In addition to your visit to the historic building, different activities are planned for each member of the family to give you a timeless experience.
Art center and exhibitions
On site, you will have the opportunity to discover the exhibitions temporary and seasonal works of unique works. The artists, whether from the region or internationally renowned, will organize for you, meetings, openings and conferences.
Le art center will open its doors to you to admire unique creations at each exhibition and to transmit to you the passion for art. The last summer exhibition was a great success and everyone agrees that the art center's next exhibitions promise to attract many more fans.
Concerts, shows, courses and cinema
You will also find festive activities in the castle courtyard that will please children and adults, such as shows, theater and concerts. Notice to fans of cinema, screenings are planned every summer in the evening with meetings, aperitif dinners and debates. If you want to learn more about crafts, internships for adults are organized to know all the secrets of these areas; music, singing, painting…
In summer, the Château de Ratilly offers world music concerts in the courtyard. I like looking at the lit castle, tasting the hot and sweet mint tea. And don't worry if it's a little cool at the end of the evening, blankets are provided.
Frequently asked questions about Château de Ratilly:
Can the castle be privatized?
The Ratilly estate can in fact be privatized for events such as a wedding.
Where is the Château de Ratilly?
The Château is located in the town of Treigny-Perreuse-Sainte-Colombe in the heart of Puisaye-Forterre. It is accessible in 30 minutes from Cosne-Cours-sur-Loire, 50 minutes from Auxerre, and 2 hours from Paris.
