Small ones, large ones, sumptuously furnished ones, fortress-like ones, medieval ones, Renaissance ones, ruined ones… in the Loire Valley, you’ll be spoilt for choice as to which châteaux to visit. Please don’t ask us which is our favourite! Everyone has a different opinion.

Château of Clos Lucé - Leonardo da Vinci Park - CRT Centre Val de Loire - EN

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Château of Clos Lucé – Leonardo da Vinci Park

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As part of the 500th anniversary of Leonardo da Vinci’s time at the Château du Clos Lucé, 2018 is all about the dream of Flight. Fascination, observation, mechanics, myth, Clos Lucé pays tribute to the universal dream with educational activities, and exhibition and summer events.

Opening times

From 01/11/2024 to 31/12/2024

Opening days :

monday from 09h00 to 18h00
tuesday from 09h00 to 18h00
wednesday from 09h00 to 18h00
thursday from 09h00 to 18h00
friday from 09h00 to 18h00
saturday from 09h00 to 18h00
sunday from 09h00 to 18h00

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Prices & Payment methods

Full adult price : 19€
Child rate : 13,50€
Discount rate : 17€
: 53€
: 56€
: 58€
Other rates : 9€

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Description

Description of heritage

Descriptif du centre d'interprétation
Come and explore the Cultural Park devoted to Leonardo da Vinci presenting the many aspects to his multi-disciplinary genius: Introductory journey on the landscaped trail featuring 20 giant machines, 8 audio points and 32 translucent canvases, display in the Eiffel-style gallery and tour of the château, his last home with an exhibition of his 40 fabulous machines. Leonardo da Vinci spent the last 30 years of his life in a beautiful pink stone building. From his restored studios and bedroom to the kitchen, get up close and personal with the genius and explore his ingenious models. Canvases and giant machines, audio terminals and a fun-filled trail in the expansive grounds puts the finishing touch to learning about this visionary artist and his fabulous inventions. Get the family together, g
Descriptif du parc et jardin
Come and explore the Cultural Park devoted to Leonardo da Vinci presenting the many aspects to his multi-disciplinary genius: Introductory journey on the landscaped trail featuring 20 giant machines, 8 audio points and 32 translucent canvases, display in the Eiffel-style gallery and tour of the château, his last home with an exhibition of his 40 fabulous machines.
Descriptif du musée
Tour of Leonardo da Vinci’s house, his recently restored studios, murals by his students and 40 fabulous machines. Introductory journey on the landscaped trail, real outdoor museum featuring 40 models and canvases as well as 8 audio points (early March -> mid-Nov.). Unique in France: Leonardo da Vinci’s hologram brought to life by Pepper Ghost technology. Museum gallery: “Leonardo da Vinci and France” permanent exhibition.
Descriptif du site et monument historique
Leonardo da Vinci spent the last 30 years of his life in a beautiful pink stone building. From his restored studios and bedroom to the kitchen, get up close and personal with the genius and explore his ingenious models. Canvases and giant machines, audio terminals and a fun-filled trail in the expansive grounds puts the finishing touch to learning about this visionary artist and his fabulous inventions. Get the family together, grab a visit booklet, find out Leonardo’s secrets at Le Clos Lucé and solve the mystery of one of his most amazing machines!