Travel back in time and follow the footsteps of François I, the illustrious Renaissance king born at the Château de Cognac. Dive into the fascinating history of this exceptional monument and discover how his childhood at the castle shaped his destiny and left a lasting mark on the history of France.
What’s in store for your exploration:
An immersive tour of the castle’s historic rooms, tracing the youth and legacy of François I. A journey through Gothic and Renaissance architecture, witnessing the grandeur of the king’s era.
Captivating anecdotes about his reign, his love for the arts, and his impact on French heritage.
To conclude this unique experience: an exclusive "François I" cocktail.
A cultural and sensory visit not to be missed!
Tour available in French and English
Cocktail reserved for adults over 18
Price: €25 per person – Duration: 40 mins
Reserve your spot and walk in the footsteps of the greatest king of the Renaissance!
An architectural masterpiece of Gothic and Renaissance inspiration, the Château de Cognac, a historic monument and the birthplace of François I, opens its doors to let you discover its history and some of the secrets behind the making of our Cognacs.
- Historical tour including the Salles Renaissances
- Discover the dry and wet cellars
- The making of BARON OTARD & D'USSÉ Cognacs
- Tasting: VSOP & XO D'USSÉ
This tour is available in English and French. The tasting is reserved for adults over 18
Price/pers : 24€ - Duration : 1h15
Explore the vestiges of the past, from the Middle Ages to the present day, and discover the Château's unique natural ageing conditions. Taste the different cognacs BARON OTARD VSOP, XO & EXTRA in the heart of the dry cellars and the wet cellars (low vaults) which will be extracted before your very eyes! Explore the Salles Renaissances, as well as the King's apartments*, usually closed to the public.
- Historical tour of the Renaissance Rooms and the King's private apartments
- Discover the wet and dry cellars
- The making of BARON OTARD & D'USSÉ Cognacs
- Discover the medieval part of Le Chateau
- Tasting BARON OTARD VSOP, XO & EXTRA cognacs
This tour is available in English and French. The tasting is reserved for adults over 18.
Price/pers: 75€ - Duration: 1h30
The experience begins with an introduction to the history of the Château and the know-how involved in making BARON OTARD cognacs. The Chef invites participants to combine gastronomy and our cognacs in the heart of the King's sumptuous private apartments. Gourmet bites, specially created to sublimate the aromatic palette of our Cognacs and made from local, seasonal produce. A magical harmony of bite-sized treats and Cognacs guaranteed!
Duration: 1h45 (105 minutes)
Reservations possible all year round up to 15 days in advance.
Year-round booking: resachateau@bacardi.com