Guided tour of Pondres Castle

Discover Château de Pondres on a personalised, immersive guided tour. Learn about the history of this iconic residence while exploring its interiors and extensive wooded grounds.

The tour is reserved for groups (minimum 10 people) and must be booked in advance, offering you an intimate and enriching experience at the heart of the Pays de Sommières heritage.

ECO-DESIGNATED PARTNER. Château de Pondres adopts eco-responsible practices in energy, water and waste management, and in the design of its buildings. It implements social initiatives, promotes sustainable transport, preserves biodiversity and is actively involved in the local community. The establishment has been awarded the Qualité Tourisme Sud de France, Logis Charme et Caractère and Vignobles & Découvertes labels.

Tourisme Durable en Pays de Sommières
Guided tour of Pondres Castle Château de Pondres
2, allée du Pigeonnier
30250 Villevieille

Means of communication

Reservation

Billetterie Office de Tourisme du Pays de Sommières (Direct)
Réservez

Open

All year round daily.
On request.

Two guided tours are being organised this summer on 22 July and 19 August at 5.00 pm (booking required - €10 per person).

Handicapped persons

  • Accessible for self-propelled wheelchairs
  • Reserved space 330 cm wide < 100 m from the site

Animals accepted

no

Equipement

  • Charging stations for electric vehicles
  • Sustainable development
  • Waste management
  • Reception room
  • Exhibition space
  • Meeting room
  • Restaurant
  • Car park
  • Private parking

Services

  • Booking obligatory

Target audience

  • Groups
  • Welcome for business/incentive groups
  • Birthday group
  • Hen/stag party group
  • Home school groups
  • Groups only

Rates

Contact Château de Pondres directly.

Payment possibilities

  • Bank/credit card
  • Cash
  • Online payment
  • Credit transfer

Spoken languages

3536

Environment

  • 30 - 40 min from an SNCF station by electric bike
  • 30 - 40 min from a train station by car
  • 20 - 30 min walk to bus stop
  • In the country

On the premises

Château de Pondres © @chateaudepondres Pondres Castle Villevieille Discover a historical gem, its fortifications, its park with its century-old trees, witnesses to a remarkable heritage.
Hamman - Atmosphère Ciel étoilée © Château de Pondres Wellness and spa area - Château de Pondres Villevieille Hammam, sauna, treatment and relaxation areas in the castle's former cellars.
Restaurant - Salle © La Canopée - Château de Pondres La Canopée - Château de Pondres Villevieille Traditional, refined and seasonal cuisine, with a selection of local wines, in the Château de Pondres.
Restaurant Le 1818 - Château de Pondres_Villevieille - Plat © Château de Pondres The 1818 - Pondres Castle Villevieille Modern, assertive gourmet cuisine by Jean-Baptiste Couturier. A new culinary signature.
Château de Pondres - Hôtel_Villevieille - Vue aérienne sur le château, son parc et la piscine © Château de Pondres Château de Pondres - Hotel Villevieille Hotel with 24 rooms and suites in a listed château set in 15 hectares of wooded parkland.

Related to

Cour d'Honneur - Château de Pondres_Villevieille - Terrasse avec vue sur le parc © Château de Pondres Outside Cour d'Honneur - Château de Pondres Villevieille A 500 m² outdoor area with uninterrupted views of the formal gardens.
Bibliothèque - Salle de réception © Château de Pondres Library room - Château de Pondres Villevieille A reception room of 22 m², for 25 pers. max, original library for small meetings.
Salon de Musique - Salle préparée pour une réunion © Château de Pondres Music room - Château de Pondres Villevieille Reception room of 42m², for 50 pers. max, a charming room decorated in the French style, cozy and elegant.
Salle des Arts - Château de Pondres_Villevieille - Salle © Château de Pondres Arts room - Château de Pondres Villevieille Reception room of 47 m², for 45 pers. max, located in the north wing of the castle.
Salle des Etats Généraux - Château de Pondres_Villevieille - Salle préparée pour réunion © Château de Pondres General Assembly Hall - Château de Pondres Villevieille Room of 105 m 2, for 130 pers. max, a historic room for receptions such as weddings.
Salle Salon du temps - Château de Pondres_Villevieille - Salle de réunion © Château de Pondres Room Salon du temps - Château de Pondres Villevieille Room of 54 m² for 50 pers. max, a double living room of the Castle and opening onto the majestic Cour d'Honneur.
Salon de réception - Château de Pondres_Villevieille - Salon © Château de Pondres Reception room - Château de Pondres Villevieille Relax room of 46 m² for 30 pers. max, with painted woodwork of the nineteenth century, for your events.