The Metamorphosis of the gardens

Among the highlights in 2018  the visitors in Ancy le Franc can admire the 2 new gardens on the East & West side with fountains, flowerbeds, parterres and alleys. 2 gorgeous projects ; one inspired by an early 17^th decor from the castle : 4 paintings of flowers [enlarged more than 100 times] have taken root outside in the garden ;  the 2^nd inspired by ancient engravings and former 18^th C. projects in Ancy le Franc.

French television TF1 has covered the work in progress of the East garden due to its innovative and spectacular character.

Antiques & Artcraft fair

Fabulous antiques and artcraft  fair and sale with a range of  original vintage christmas gifts! Discover the ground floor of the Renaissance castle turned into a true fairy tale!
Winemakers from Bourgogne and Champagne will provide tasting and sale (Vosne-romanée, Chorey-les-Beaune, Chablis, …)

A New Garden on the West side

Two garden projects are actually born during the 2017 season in the park of Ancy le Franc.
In the West garden, visitors will discover a new composition (project started in 2016), inspired by old plans from the 18th C. a design with a central planting bed with an old fountain, completely restored, surrounded by symmetric parterres and alleys bordered with thousands of roses.

In the East Garden, a magnificent projet with 4 giant flowers, alleys and a large fountain is in progess since April 17.
The visitors can enjoy these new gardens in all their splendour during the summer

Opening of the Room of Diane

The permanent reopening of a part of the ground floor with the apartment of Diane remains one of the key events in Ancy le Franc.

You will discover or rediscover the famous Room of Diane just  restored and lavishly decorated with exceptional murals of the School of Fontainebleau (16th century).

At this occasion another 8 rooms are opened : the Archives hall, small passageways, the summer kitchen, the Antechamber of Emperors, the Room of Diane, the Cabinet of the “Alcoves of Gods”, the Class room, an ancient Guard’s hall…

The visit of the palace of Ancy le Franc includes more than 4 apartments, 3 galleries, a chapel, the Guards Hall,.. altogether more  than 26 rooms and halls. During current events other rooms are likely opened.

Exhibition Olivier Penhouet

Enjoy the beautiful works of the local French artist Olivier Penhouet in the council hall. A fantastic view upon a large series of his refined weaven paintings.
Free entrance

Sculptures in the park

Exhibition in the park on the southside with works of the two sculptors, Michel Laurent and Giovanni Scarciello.

Hire of Halls

The Chateau of Ancy-le-Franc offers a splendid and extraordinary context for organizing your receptions, weddings or other events of your liking. The orangery is now available from end of May to mid-October!

Musicancy Concert Visits

In this season we welcome visitors and audience for the 14th of the well known classical music festival in Burgundy Musicancy. An excellent programme is in store for you with lovely surprises.

Venitian Parade & Makeup booth for kids

12  people dressed up in gorgeous Venetian costumes will enchant the castle on this day & a makeup booth will enjoy all kids. Admire the amazing costumes, take pictures of your favourites, follow them through halls and corridors!

A free makeup booth all afternoon for the kids (carnival masks, animals, superheroes …)
Free entrance for kids up to 12 yrs old