Discover a castle like no other! Who lived here and why is one of the most beautiful medieval treasures, the Apocalypse Tapestry, found here today?

PRICE: $293
per group up to 25

 

Don’t be fooled by its powerful walls! With its seventeen massive towers and imposing ramparts, the Château d’Angers initially evokes military rigor. But cross the drawbridge and you will discover a whole other world: that of a princely residence, refined and deeply rooted in the history of France.

The residence of the Dukes of Anjou, a prestigious branch of the French royal family, the castle combines defensive architecture with medieval lifestyle. With your guide, explore its peaceful gardens and elegant lodgings, and climb the ramparts to take in the city of Angers.

You will discover what life was really like in the Middle Ages: court customs, the organization of a fortified residence, and the daily life of the powerful.

Finally, the jewel of the castle will be revealed to you: the Apocalypse Tapestry, an exceptional commission by Louis I of Anjou, brother of King Charles V, in the 14th century.

Over 100 meters long, this tapestry, the largest known from the Middle Ages and the oldest preserved, immerses you in a spectacular vision of the Book of Revelation by Saint John. Mythical scenes, monsters, angels, battles: a fresco of striking images, rich in symbols, which speaks volumes about the fears, beliefs, and hopes of the Middle Ages.

Listed in UNESCO’s Memory of the World Register since 2023, this unique work is as much a history lesson as it is a masterpiece of textile art.

Guided tour by a certified tour guide.
Fun historical anecdotes
A moment for discussion and sharing
Analysis of the Apocalypse tapestry
Historical and heritage expertise

Guided tour with a certified tour guide
Tour of the castle
Tour of the gardens
Tour of the Apocalypse Tapestry
Entrance tickets (from free to €14)⧏BR/⧐Snacks and drinks⧏BR/⧐Tips for the guide

 

 

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