Season opening 2026 from the 7th of February to the 15th of November.

We recommend that visitors download the free online Audio Tour.
3€ on site.

An amazing Renaissance palace on the lands of the Dukes of Burgundy.
One of the largest collection of Renaissance murals in France make Ancy-le-Franc a direct contender of the Fontainebleau chateau.
The chateau is the masterpiece of the famous Italian architect Sebastiano Serlio, disciple of Bramante,  summoned to the French court by François I.

Ancy-le-Franc, raised (1542-1550) for the benefactor, Antoine III of Clermont-Tonnerre, brother-in-law of the mistress of the king Henri II Diane de Poitiers, is an outstanding  jewel of Renaissance. The immense quadrilateral, 4 equal wings around one of the most original and beautiful sculpted court yards, will make history for centuries, a pure architectural revolution.

The 16th C. architectural and artistic jewel, today classified historic monument, houses a sumptuous interior attributed to the most celebrated Italian, Flemish and Burgundian artists of the 16th and 17th century. You will discover breath-taking murals, long passageways, dating from the early Italianate Fontainebleau school, the royal apartment, chambers, antichambers, chapel, guard’s hall, …
A unique journey through five centuries of History !

Set in the centre of a large park in Burgundy (border of the region Champagne), on the banks of the canal, situated near Chablis, Dijon and Beaune, a few hours from Paris (1hr by highspeed train).

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Journey into Fairground Art

Long before giant rides and modern attractions, funfairs delighted young and old with curiosities, skill games, and astonishing performances.

Starting June 13th, the Château d’Ancy-le-Franc invites you to discover this new temporary exhibition. Following his acclaimed show on magic and illusions, Karl the Magician returns with rare objects, authentic scenery, and displays inspired by antique rides — revealing a fascinating, little-known side of popular heritage.

A perfect family outing to amaze children… and awaken the child in every adult!

On display until September 13th, 2026, on the ground floor of the château.

For more information, click here.