Christmas at the castle

From 12 to 30 December 2026
Included in the ticket
2 HOURS APPROX
FOR ALL
INDOORS

An ideal Christmas at the castle of Meung-sur-Loire 2026: a family outing near Orleans

Are you looking for a family-friendly Christmas activity in the Loiret? From December 12 to 30, 2026, the castle of Meung-sur-Loire transforms for the holidays: more than 20 decorated rooms await you, with surprises for children at every step of the visit.

Until December 23rd, go in search of Santa Claus hidden in the castle! Families will also be able to meet Walter the robot, attend the Lucie Lux show inspired by Hansel and Gretel, enjoy the inflatable structure, and take part in activities such as face painting, drawings on the castle walls, and a drawing competition, as well as making crowns. For a sweet treat, head to the Santa Claus Tavern! (extra charge)

Upcoming

Father Christmas will be there!

Until December 23rd, children and adults alike can meet Father Christmas! He is hiding somewhere in the castle... Go and search for him!

Lucie Lux is back!

Lucie Lux is hosting Father Christmas and has to cook the perfect dinner. At the same time, she is asked to fix the story of Hansel and Gretel.

Different activities

  • The neon makeup workshop: children are invited to get their faces painted to glow in the dark!
  • Drawing on the castle walls: in the black room, your children will love drawing on the castle walls; for once, it's allowed!
  • Drawing competition: Walter will definitely be back. Children can take part in the drawing competition by creating the best portrait of Walter the robot.

Mother Christmas's Tavern

Mother Christmas's Tavern: mulled wine, hot cinnamon apple juice, popcorn, coffee... allowing you to regain your strength to continue the visit! (extra charge)

Specific prices

  • Full price: €13.50
  • Concessionary rate (students up to 25 years old, jobseekers, disabled people – upon presentation of proof): €11.50
  • Child rate (from 4 to 15 years old – upon presentation of proof) : €10
  • Free for children under 4 and adults over 80 (upon presentation of proof of age)
  • Family pass (5 people: 2 full price and 3 children aged 4 to 15): €54

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Practical information

✔️ Animation included in the entrance ticket

✔️ When to come? From 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. on December 12 and 13, from December 19 to 23, and from December 26 to 30. The castle is closed from December 14 to 18 and on December 24 and 25.

✔ Recommended duration: approximately 2 hours

✔️ Reservations highly recommended

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