Montesquieu tourist office - Bordeaux, Pessac-Léognan, Graves.

Here was born Charles Louis de Secondat, baron of La Brède and of Montesquieu. The building of this testimony of feudalism began in 1306 on the grounds of an older chateau. Despite several alterations made in the following centuries, the monument has retained the characteristics of a fortress.
Outside, a wide alleyway crosses the English-style gardens. 

Visiting the chateau

Open for Individual visitors

From April, 19^th to May, 4th   - Daily, except Tuesdays, from 2 pm to 6.30 pm (guided visits from 2.30 pm to 5.30 pm, every hour).

From May, 5^th to May, 31^st   - Weekends and public holidays, from 2 pm to 6.30 pm (guided visits from 2.30 pm to 5.30 pm, every hour)

From June, 1^st to June, 8^th     - Daily, except Tuesdays, from 2 pm to 6.30 pm (guided visits from 2.30 pm to 5.30 pm, every hour).

From June, 9^th to June, 30^th         Daily, except Tuesdays, from 2 pm to 6.45 pm (guided visits from 2.30 pm to 6 pm, every half hour). 

From July, 1^st to august, 31^st   Daily, except Tuesdays, from 2 pm to 6.45 pm (guided visits from 2 pm to 6 pm, every half hour).

From September, 1^st to September, 30^th   Daily, except Tuesdays, from 2 pm to 6.45 pm (guided visits from 2.30 pm to 6 pm, every half hour).

From October, 1^st to November, 11^th, inclusive - Weekends and public holidays, from 2 pm to 6.30 pm (guided visits from 2.30 pm to 5.30 pm, every hour)

Last entries on the castle grounds at 6 p.m.

 

Open for groups

On reservation only. Closed January/February 2008.

 

Prices:

Adult: 7€                                                                      

Children from 12 to 16 years: 4,5 €

Free for children of less than 12 years

Groups : (minimum of 15 persons from April, 19^th to November, 11^th inclusive; minimum of 25 persons from March, 1^st to April, 18^th) : 5€

Length of visit: 45 minutes