Château de Troussay

Cheverny, France

The Château de Troussay is one of the smallest Châteaux of the Loire Valley. The first building is recorded around 1450, although the oldest existing parts of the structure date from the Renaissance.

In the 17th century, the building was enlarged with a central body and two wings. A magnificent formal French-style garden was laid out behind.

Today the chateau is privately owned but open to the public.

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Martin Arrowsmith (8 months ago)
Rather low key tour with only 3 rooms on view. Gardens neglected except in front of south aspect. Our tour host was most charming.
Susi Olliff (4 years ago)
Beautiful Château, brilliant place to visit! Guided tours, tasting visits, beautiful gardens. Great to get out of the tourist track of the big châteaux. Familial atmosphere
Anna Florentseva (5 years ago)
Excellent place. We were lucky to have lady who owns the place to be our guide. This castle was best of all we visited. Warm welcome and family stories. Do not miss this gem of Loire. Check timings as they are not always open as big castles
Johan Van Grootel (6 years ago)
A smaller Château, a short but well explained and sometimes funny guided tour (we had it in French) and nice surrounding buildings and garden. Not the max amount of stars because I didn't really like (a personal thing) that most of the interior consists of pieces collected at flea markets rather than being original to the castle...
Lily Jacobs (7 years ago)
The smallest castle in the Loire Valley is a hidden gem! Such a sweet and pretty little chateau that feels alive still. Tucked away between vineyards and a field of horses, the atmosphere is just so tranquil and the gardens are gorgeous- they even have sheep, chickens, and beehives! There's also a little farming and wine making museum which has some interesting bits and pieces to look at. Really lovely grounds and a guided tour of the inside of the castle is included in the entry price. Would definitely recommend a visit here.
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