Ambroise Castle

Ambroise Castle rises in the geographical center of France over the Loire River. This majestic structure combines the Middle Ages with the Renaissance. Its history begins even from the time of the Celts, when the first fortifications were erected. The current type of castle began to acquire in the 14th century. Having ceased to be a fortress structure, he turned into a residence of kings.

By the will of King Charles, the Second facades of the old fortress were decorated with fries, stucco molds, terraces. The castle was upset by erecting the Royal House with royal apartments, the House of Virtues, which houses statues of famous virtues and a back house with a courtyard for livestock. The masterpiece of the castle was a chapel decorated with stone patterns similar to lace. The architectural innovation was two round towers. On the upper terrace they arranged a flower garden with partners and fountains. Italian-style gardens appeared. The castle was replenished with furniture from Italy. The decoration of the castle – paintings, carpets, dishes were taken from other camp.

After the death of Charles II, the work on the arrangement of the castle was continued by his heir Francis I. He was the patron of art and science. At his invitation, the artist Leonardo da Vinci settled here, who was buried on his territory.

In the sixteenth century, the Ambroise conspiracy of the rebels was uncovered, they were hanged on the balcony, and the bodies were thrown in bags to the Loire. This is the saddest story of the castle.

Over the years of the French Revolution, a significant part of the building was destroyed, very little was left of it.

Since the beginning of 1974, Ambroise has been transferred to the ownership of the fund of Louis the Holy. With the help of the fund, restoration work is carried out, the ideal condition of beautiful gardens is maintained.

Thanks to the dynasty of kings who marked the history of the building, Ambroise Castle is recognized as a monument of French history, visiting this architectural creation will not leave anyone indifferent. A museum is arranged for visitors here. To date, the apartments of the Royal House, the chapel of St. Huber and two towers have been preserved. The castle is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Excursions are conducted on the territory of Ambroise, the most exciting are night walks with video effects and laser shows. Since only a fifth of the castle has been preserved in its original form, the pristine appearance of the entire building remains only to represent.

For all comers, the opportunity is provided to organize receptions, dinners, holding romantic weddings.