Castle of Mauriac Castles in Gaillac

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Location : In the countryside

Province : Tarn - La corne d'abondance du Tarn

Services

  • Credit card accepted
  • Groups
  • Heating
  • Host's Table
  • Internet : WIFI
  • Linen included
  • Open all year round
  • Parking
  • Restaurant
  • Seminar Room
  • Telephone
  • Terrace
  • English
    • The Château de Mauriac, an unmissable historic building in the Tarn

      Open your eyes wide to see the Château fort de Mauriac which rises in the heart of the Gaillac vineyard, offering you a magnificent spectacle of stone and nature. Located between the towns of Albi, Cordes-sur-Ciel and Gaillac, it opens its doors to you from April 15 to November 15 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. for an immersive guided tour that delights young and old alike.

      Château de Mauriac, a story of passion that spans generations

      Founded in 1214 by the Templar Guiriaudus de Mauriaco (which explains the name Mauriac), the castle was restored for many years by its owner, the painter Bernard Bistes and his family , who fell in love with this Historic Monument listed in the Michelin Green Guide . Known until the 17th century as a Pastelier castle, it was the place where pastel was grown to dye clothes blue. All this history as well as its rebirth and renovation are presented during a one-hour guided tour of the castle grounds, allowing you to discover the life of the time , but also that of the Bistes family who still live there. Fully furnished, the Château de Mauriac is designated as one of the 50 most beautiful private residences in France and is one of the must-see visits in the Tarn.

      The Château de Mauriac, a unique and magical place to stay in the Tarn

      Experience a special moment in the heart of a magnificent renovated castle. The 5 guest rooms, the suite and the apartment offer you a timeless experience, prestigious rentals where the lords of yesteryear stayed. The careful decoration and the period four-poster bed give an undeniable cachet to these spaces with a surface area of 40 to 120 m2, with a breathtaking view of the park. The Château de Mauriac can also be privatized to organize your private events with the possibility of receiving up to 350 guests . Weddings, birthdays, bachelor parties or seminars, take advantage of the many spaces of the property to experience an unforgettable and friendly moment in the Tarn.

      Prices:

      • 9 € full price
      • 6 € group rate
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Traveller Reviews Castle of Mauriac

4.5 sur 5 639 reviews

  • Craig Burkinshaw

    5 sur 5 Reviews posted by Craig Burkinshaw on 04/03/2022

    Magnificent. The family have been restoring this grand “castle” for 2 generations and the work is ongoing. History. The owner is a real character full of passion. As good as it gets for historical places to stay.

  • Håkon Hobæk

    5 sur 5 Reviews posted by Håkon Hobæk on 31/05/2022

    Fantastic. Your wife will not be disappointed. Pretty rooms, astonishing view, cool bed, you can sit in the museum like furniture, guide and breakfast included. Excellent

  • Chris -

    4 sur 5 Reviews posted by Chris - on 18/08/2021

    Good tour of the chateau, the tour guide was friendly, informative and made a special effort to speak English! The chateau was small but had many interesting art and features, plus spectacular views from the new viewing point at the top!!

Traveller Reviews Castle of Mauriac

4.0 sur 5 191 reviews

  • "Spectacular and unexpected"

    5 / 5 Reviews posted by sabineb189 (London, England, United Kingdom) on 14/06/2024

    Lovingly restored by artist painter Bistes over 50 years, Chateau de Mauriac is an hymn to old stones, artistic flair and creativity. Imagine a 13th century castle renovated and brought back to...

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  • "Surprisingly good!"

    5 / 5 Reviews posted by Topbanana3 (The Hague, The Netherlands) on 03/08/2023

    We weren't sure that this chateau would be worth a stop but we're pleasantly surprised. You have to join the guided tour which was only in French, but a book detailing everything in English was also...

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  • "Unforgettable time in a medieval castle"

    5 / 5 Reviews posted by Irene P (Paris, France) on 13/08/2020

    We booked a triple room in Château de Mauriac for my birthday. We arrived in the evening and had a very pleasant welcome from the castle guide. The property is quite unique: it has a very original...

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Castle of Mauriac

Address

Lieu dit Mauriac
81600 Gaillac

Contacts

Phone : 05 63 41 71 18

Cell : 06 71 14 96 79

GPS coordinates

43° 57'24.94"N, 1° 55'53"E

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