CHRISTMAS IN CHAMBORD

Every winter, on the occasion of Christmas celebrations, Chambord Castle lights up with a thousand lights and makes the eyes of all its visitors shine. For the youngest, Chambord is perceived as the monument of fairy tales by essence. As for the older ones, they (re)discover an enchanting place!

The 11th edition of ‘Christmas in Chambord’ is here! From Saturday 30 November, the Domaine national de Chambord will be celebrating the magic of Christmas and French know-how with a magical display of decorations.

To make sure the magic of Christmas is complete, Chambord is organising shows and events for all ages, giving visitors the chance to discover or rediscover this emblem of France’s architectural heritage, known and recognised the world over. From 30 November 2024 to 5 January 2025, Chambord invites families to marvel at this enchanting setting, with its traditional decorations, contemporary inspirations, costumed events and shows.

Highlights in 2024

New: decorations on the second floor of the château, with the arms of the cross decorated for the first time.
A one-hour Christmas-themed guided tour to discover the origins of the festive season through the history of the château, and more particularly its splendid 18th-century period.
Activities every weekend in December: parades, ancient games, Renaissance dances and demonstrations, chocolate painting, nature workshops, etc.
A new Christmas show ‘The Prince and the Hunchback’ from 21 December 2024 to 4 January 2025: two shows a day at 11am and 3pm, except on 24 and 31 December at 11am and 2pm.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

From 30 November 2024 to 5 January 2025.

Château opening times:

9am-5pm from 30 November to 20 December and 5 January 2025.
9am-6pm from 21 December to 4 January (except 24, 25, 31 December and 1 January).

The château closes at 4pm on 24 and 31 December (last admission: 3.30pm). Annual closure on 25 December and 1 January.

Last admission 30 minutes before the château closes. The formal gardens close 30 minutes before the château.

From 21 December to 30 December, the formal gardens will close at 5pm. On 24 and 31 December, they will close at 3.30pm.

The show is accessible to people with disabilities.

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Enjoy the experience of an entire day in Chambord !