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Château de Sassenage: A Glimpse into 17th-Century French Elegance

Discover 17th-century elegance at Château de Sassenage, a historic French castle with period furnishings and scenic park, near Grenoble.

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The Château de Sassenage, constructed between 1662 and 1669, stands as a remarkable example of 17th-century French architecture. Once the residence of the Bérenger-Sassenage family, this historical monument showcases period furnishings and offers visitors a glimpse into aristocratic life.

A brief summary to Castle Sassenage

  • Monday 8 am-5 pm
  • Tuesday 8 am-5 pm
  • Wednesday 8 am-5 pm
  • Thursday 8 am-5 pm
  • Friday 8 am-5 pm

Local tips

  • Check the Château's official website for the most up-to-date information on opening hours and guided tour schedules.
  • The park is free to enter and offers a pleasant space for a stroll.
  • Consider visiting during the summer months (mid-July to mid-August) for more frequent guided tours.
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Getting There

  • Public Transport

    From Grenoble, take Tram A to Fontaine La Poya (the terminus). Then, transfer to bus line 20 towards Veurey Mairie or bus line 50 towards Sassenage les Côtes. Get off at the Château de Sassenage stop, which is a short walk to the entrance. A single tram and bus fare is around €1.50 [N/A].

  • Driving

    From Lyon or Paris, take the A48 highway and exit towards Villard-de-Lans/Sassenage. From Chambéry, Geneva, or Marseille, take the Rocade Sud and exit at Sassenage (exit number 1). Follow the signs to the Château de Sassenage. Free parking is available on-site with 80 spaces, with a possible extension of 120 spaces. Parking is only accessible to vehicles under 2m in height.

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Nestled near Grenoble, the Château de Sassenage is a captivating testament to classic 17th-century French architecture. Built by Laurent Sommaire between 1662 and 1669 for Charles-Louis-Alphonse de Sassenage, it served as the final residence of the prominent Bérenger-Sassenage family. The château is constructed from Sassenage limestone and molasse stone, featuring a slate roof from Besse-en-Oisans and tiles from Saint-Quentin-sur-Isère. A sculpted panel depicts the fairy Mélusine, a figure deeply intertwined with the Sassenage family legend. Inside, visitors can explore interiors reflecting the 17th and 18th centuries, including a balustrade staircase, a vaulted kitchen with a monumental fireplace, and furniture crafted by the renowned Hache cabinetmakers. The château is unique in that its furniture and decor have remained in place since the Ancien Régime. Since 1971, the Château de Sassenage has been under the care of the Fondation de France, dedicated to preserving and promoting its heritage. The château is surrounded by an eight-hectare park, open to the public free of charge. Originally designed in the late Renaissance style with inspiration from Italian gardens, the grounds evolved to incorporate a more formal layout and, later, an English garden in the late 18th century. In 1853, over 3,000 trees and shrubs were planted, including a majestic Cedar of Lebanon. Today, the park offers walking paths and scenic views of the Vercors and Chartreuse mountains.

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