Visit the Combourg castle
Want to dive into history and poetry? Combourg Castle, a true medieval jewel in Brittany and the emblematic residence of Chateaubriand, opens its doors to you. Between its majestic architecture and its English-style park, set off to discover a place full of history and imbued with romanticism.
With its romantic atmosphere, its rich historical past and its peaceful natural setting, Combourg Castle is an unmissable Breton visit!
An invitation to travel back in time, while giving free rein to your imagination, less than 45 km from Contact Hôtel des Tilleuls, located in the city center of Dinard.
Built between the 12th and 15th centuries, Combourg Castle was built to defend Dol Cathedral and preserve Breton independence.
With its high crenellated towers and its imposing silhouette, it is one of the most beautiful examples of a medieval fortress in the region.
The castle is best known for having been the property of the Chateaubriands for a long time. By visiting it, you will discover the history of the famous writer, who spent his childhood and adolescence there.
Memories that the emblematic figure of romanticism wrote down in his famous Mémoires d’outre-tombe.
The castle can be visited exclusively on a 45-minute guided tour: each room reveals fascinating anecdotes about the lives of its inhabitants and its historical role.
Then take a stroll in the 25 hectares of the English-style park. Let yourself be charmed by its shaded paths, its water features and its green lawns for a revitalizing walk.
Before leaving, take a break at the Voyageur Café, a warm tea room located on the estate. A moment of relaxation in a unique setting!
Reopening of the castle in April 2025.
Book one of the 53 comfortable rooms at the Contact hôtel des Tilleuls***, on the Emerald Coast, in Dinard.
With its romantic atmosphere, its rich historical past and its peaceful natural setting, Combourg Castle is an unmissable Breton visit!
An invitation to travel back in time, while giving free rein to your imagination, less than 45 km from Contact Hôtel des Tilleuls, located in the city center of Dinard.
A medieval castle in the heart of Brittany
Built between the 12th and 15th centuries, Combourg Castle was built to defend Dol Cathedral and preserve Breton independence.
With its high crenellated towers and its imposing silhouette, it is one of the most beautiful examples of a medieval fortress in the region.
Combourg, home of the Chateaubriands
The castle is best known for having been the property of the Chateaubriands for a long time. By visiting it, you will discover the history of the famous writer, who spent his childhood and adolescence there.
Memories that the emblematic figure of romanticism wrote down in his famous Mémoires d’outre-tombe.
Guided tour of the Château de Combourg
The castle can be visited exclusively on a 45-minute guided tour: each room reveals fascinating anecdotes about the lives of its inhabitants and its historical role.
Then take a stroll in the 25 hectares of the English-style park. Let yourself be charmed by its shaded paths, its water features and its green lawns for a revitalizing walk.
Gourmet stop at the Voyageur Café
Before leaving, take a break at the Voyageur Café, a warm tea room located on the estate. A moment of relaxation in a unique setting!
Reopening of the castle in April 2025.
Book one of the 53 comfortable rooms at the Contact hôtel des Tilleuls***, on the Emerald Coast, in Dinard.
