Dramatized tour with Jeanne de Malle

From 25€ / pers

Guided tour of the château and gardens

What if you could meet some of King Louis XIV’s friends?

Step back in time and experience Château de Malle first-hand in the company of Jeanne de Malle, Marquise de Saluces, a prominent 18th century figure and the visionary heiress behind the major improvements to the estate.

  • Individual ticket includes guided dramatised tour of the château (entrance hall, dining room, drawing room, bedroom, library, chapel, orangery), gardens, free access to the gardens and map.
  • Accessible to visitors of all ages: a clear and sensitive itinerary designed to help you understand and experience our heritage. Architecture, decoration and gardens listed as Historic Monuments
  • A living immersion in history: a historical figure guides you through a memorable experience.
  • An original and accessible format: theatre makes discovery fun, clear and suitable for all audiences

What if you could meet some of King Louis XIV’s friends?

Step back in time and experience Château de Malle first-hand in the company of Jeanne de Malle, Marquise de Saluces, a prominent 18th century figure and the visionary heiress behind the major improvements to the estate.

Jeanne de Malle takes you on a one-hour dramatised tour of this pleasure palace.Through stories, anecdotes and dramatisations, she opens the doors of the historic rooms and guides you through the remarkable Versailles-inspired gardens, all the way to the open-air theatre, a popular form of entertainment in the Age of Enlightenment.Over the course of the tour, the aristocratic lifestyle is revealed, along with the estate's links with the Court, the period’s artistic and intellectual influences, and the spirit of conviviality and splendour that animated the Château de Malle in the 18th century.

by Château de Malle
Bordeaux Tourist Office partner

Ecocertified partner

Château de Malle has been certified organic since 2024. Their commitments guarantee responsible viticulture on the estate and during receptions.
It is also certified Vignobles et Découvertes for the quality of its hospitality.

Good to know

Duration

60 minutes

What's included

  • Individual ticket includes guided dramatised tour of the château (entrance hall, dining room, drawing room, bedroom, library, chapel, orangery), gardens.
  • Strolls in the gardens included: free access to the park is possible before and after the visit during opening hours. The ‘terrein’ map will show you the secrets of the gardens.

Not included

  • Discovery tasting (15 min- 2 wines) - €8
  • Coffee, wine, picnic, please reserve in addition.

Number of participants

Minimum 2 persons, maximum 20 persons

Good to know

We look forward to welcoming you to Château de Malle. If you have any questions prior to your visit, please do not hesitate to contact us.

  • Please arrive at the shop 5 minutes before your visit.
  • Garden wear is recommended. 
  • Photography is prohibited inside the Historic Monument. 
  • Visitors' dogs are only allowed outdoors, provided they are kept on a lead. Small dogs weighing less than 5 kg may be carried indoors. Owners' dogs may roam freely in the gardens.
  • Reservations are considered definitive on receipt of this confirmation e-mail or electronic ticket.

Cancellation of bookings: All requests for changes or cancellations must be made in writing. In the event of cancellation made at least 5 days before the date of the visit, the sums paid may be reimbursed on request, less 3.5% of the total amount of the order, corresponding to processing costs, as well as any bank transfer charges. Any cancellation made less than 5 days before the date of the tour will result in the full amount of the tour being invoiced, with no possibility of refund.

Meeting point

Château de Malle, Preignac, France