Foix Castle

Perfect for stepping into a previous time in history and experiencing what life might have been like back when the castle was in its prime. It’s in amazing condition with different stalls and people explaining weapons, blacksmithing, stonework, and other interesting ideas. The demonstrations are all in French but you can ask questions in English if you want to further expand your knowledge. There’s a museum connected as well but we didn’t have time to explore that section. Give yourself ample time if you want to explore both the museum and the castle itself. A great place to bring kids or even as an adult if you enjoy history and medieval times. 🏰

There's scaffolding up with works going on (it looks like wheelchair access works). So on arrival, we weren't sure if it was open, but it is !! We followed signs in the town centre for the castle-Parking, only to find ourselves going round in a circle 3 times !!! Luckily it's Easter Mon and not very busy, so we found a spot for the camper in the middle of the two main town roads. €12.50 each entry. Great castle, lots of steps once at the top. There's a long stone ramp up/down, or a lift - with several floors gor the museum. The castle itself has 'displays ' on throughout the day, blacksmith, stone mason, weapons, etc. Unfortunately very little information in English (but, of course, totally acceptable - we're in France !!!). It's a fair bit of walking - first up the the castle, and then once uo there. The towers are fabulous, but cares needed as people are going to pass up/down on spiral staircases. Loads to see in the museum - excellent value. Gift shop, toilets (no cafe). Hero exhibition upstairs is very interesting.

Please like and follow. Foix Castle is an impressive monument dominating the city of Foix. You can see it from every angle. You can drive and park 5 minutes away from it, or you can ignore the pedestrian only road and park next to it. Ignore all the construction and into the new building which hosts the museum. This is where you buy access ticket It is a rough climbing pedestrian winding narrow road with an amazing view on the valley and the city below. You can see miles and miles away. The castle itself had a couple of towers and a court ( space outside) Dew rooms that can accommodate the leadership and soldiers and ob one tower you have a room for the load to sleep and bathe. You have to climb the narrow stairs in the tower to have the birds view of everything below. In the end, you can choose to walk back the windings pebble road or take the elevator to the museum. The museum hosts all the pictures, history, furnitures and arms used since the establishment of Foix thousand years ago. Highly recommend

Great castle. Now . It is a steep old climb and your legs will be sore but it is well worth it. Going up the tower is a bit scary but well worth the view. There is so much to do here you would need a whole day to get it all done.

This castle is definitely geared towards kids with weapons displays and artificial castle décor throughout. There isn’t a ton of high level historic information. The views are nice but there are a lot of steps / steep pathways. I guess I recommend coming in a cooler month than June 😎

Great view place to see the town and surrounding area.

Great monument in the heart of the town. Good history. Interesting museum display. There are many stairs to climb, so be prepared for exercise.

It was an unplanned visit to this Chateau. We didn’t regret it at all. Entrance fee is quite cheap for what it offers. Love the amazing view from the castle once we’re up there ❤️