Château de Vascœuil, Medieval castle and art center in Vascœuil, France.
Château de Vascœuil is a medieval castle featuring an octagonal tower from the 12th century alongside buildings from the 14th and 16th centuries. The entire complex sits within a three-hectare French garden.
The castle originated with Gilbert de Vascœuil, who owned it in 1080. It remained part of the Duchy of Longueville until 1694, when it became royal property.
The castle houses a regional art center founded in 1970 that shows works by contemporary artists including Braque, Dalí, and Vasarely spread throughout the grounds. This collection shapes how visitors experience the property today.
The museums, gardens, and approximately fifty sculptures are mainly open to visitors from spring through fall. Plan enough time to explore both the indoor collections and the outdoor displays at a comfortable pace.
French historian Jules Michelet used one of the castle tower rooms as his study between 1843 and 1860. This reconstructed room is now accessible as a museum inside a 17th-century barn.
Location: Vascœuil
Address: 8 Rue Jules Michelet, 27910 Vascœuil, France
Opening Hours: Wednesday-Thursday 14:30-18:00; Friday 12:00-18:00; Saturday-Sunday 11:00-18:00
Phone: +33235236235
Website: https://chateauvascoeuil.com
GPS coordinates: 49.44670,1.37890
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:42
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