Just outside Nantes and its vineyards, Goulaine is the first castle along the Loire. Nestled in a lush, green backdrop, this Renaissance-era sleeping beauty reveals all its treasures to you.
Home to the same family for the past 1,000 years, its salons are a perfect testimony to the decorative wealth of the 17th century. From the 15th century kitchen to the cabinet of curiosities, by way of Louis XIV’s chamber, a tour of this castle is a whirlwind tour of French history…

Allée du Château 44115 Haute-Goulaine
How to get there?
Expressway, follow signs towards Nantes Cholet (way out 1.2 Haute Goulaine)
Aléop coach : line 331 (Pirmil > Allée du Château)
From 5 April to 2 November, open daily from 14.00 to 18.30, except Tuesdays outside school vacations (open every day during school vacations), including on bank holidays (except exceptional closure, see official website). Self-guided tours on weekdays and guided tours on weekends, public holidays and school vacations.
Free for PASS Nantes holders
Book PASS Nantes
10.50€
Students, disabled people : 7,50€, children from 5 to 16 years old : 5.50€
Free access for children under 5 and Pass Nantes card holders
Family Pass for 2 adults and 3 children or more : 32€
Tea room