Druyes

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Shortened history of the castle:

Built in the twelfth century by the Counts of Nevers, the castle of Druyes is part of the first generation of the so-called Philippians castles, built during the reign of Philip Augustus with a simple plan, circular towers that offered a better defense at lower cost.

It became in the 1750's the fortress Peter II of Courtenay, emperor of Constantinople, and then of his daughter Matilda, countess of Nevers, Auxerre and Tonnerre.

The castle was then abandoned by the Counts of Nevers, and completely lost its military use, while slowly falling apart.

He escaped from demolition during the French Revolution but it was not until the second half of the twentieth century that the inhabitants of Druyes and local associations started to care about this monument of regional history.

Opening times and additionnal information:

- Individual visits

April, May, June & September : all Weekends from 3pm to 6pm
Julet and August : everyday from 3pm to 6pm

Prices: Adults = 4 euros, Children = 2.50 Euros (8 to 16 years), Free up to 8 years

- Group visits

The Castle of Druyes is open to groups every day all year round by reservation.

Guided tour of Castle and Village (duration 2 hours). Prices : Adults = 5 Euros,

Guided tour of the Castle (duration 1 hour). Prices : Adults = 4 euros, Scholars = 2.50 Euros

Phone : +33 (0) 3 86 41 51 71
E-mail : les-amis-du-chateau@wanadoo.fr