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Essalois's Castle

Description

Proudly sited on its rocky outcrop, Essalois Castle is within the area of Loire Gorges natural heritage site. From one of towers or from the courtyard of the castle, there is a magnificient 360 ° panoramic view over the gorges and the plain of Forez. Different footpaths and a local GR path enable you to explore this remarquable area of interest.

Technical Information

Lat, Lng
45.4620684.246056
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Altitude
566 m
Point of Interest updated on 28/02/2026

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Date and time

  • From 23/02/2026 to 31/03/2026
  • From 05/04/2026 to 01/11/2026

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Price(s)

Free of charge.

Updated by

Office de Tourisme Loire Forez - 27/02/2026
www.rendezvousenforez.com
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Open period

From 23/02 to 31/03/2026 on Wednesday and weekends between 11 am and 12.30 pm and between 1 pm and 5.30 pm. From 05/04 to 01/11/2026.

Contact

Phone :
04 77 96 08 69
04 77 43 24 46

Email :
contact@loireforez.com
contact@smagl.com

Website :
https://www.rendezvousenforez.com
http://www.smagl.com/

Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/gorgesdelaloire/

Tips

Family walk to reach the castle (accessible by stroller).

Animals

No

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Caution!
We have no information on the difficulty of this circuit. You may encounter some surprises along the way. Before you go, please feel free to inquire more and take all necessary precautions. Have a good trip! 🌳🥾