THE PARK & THE CHÂTEAU

PARK OPENING HOURS*

Open from Wednesday to Sunday, 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Closed on Monday and Tuesday

ACCESS

Access to the park is free; the château is a private residence.

Thank you for respecting the place and its residents.

*The château and park may be closed during private events or in case of unfavorable weather conditions.

Park rules

THE HISTORY OF THE CHÂTEAU

Eriba et jaguar devant la tour médiévale

Perched on a promontory overlooking the Indre Valley, the Château de Sainte-Sévère embodies the living memory of a land shaped by centuries. Born as a wooden fort, later transformed into a stone keep, then into an elegant 18th-century residence, it tells the story of a world where war, faith, and the art of living intertwine. Each wall reveals an era — from the Lords of Brosse to the Marquises of Villaines — and each transformation reflects a dialogue between feudal austerity and the gentleness of an enlightened age. Today, the Tower still stands watch, a witness to past glories and successive rebirths. Lovingly restored, the château once again becomes a place of creation and transmission, echoing the spirit of George Sand — a harmony between history, nature, and dreams, in the heart of Berry.

TODAY

In April 2024, after nearly ten years of closure, two architects with a passion for heritage fell in love with a sleeping château in the heart of the beautiful village of Sainte-Sévère-sur-Indre. But how did a woman from Marseille and a man from Metz end up in the land of George Sand?

The story began in 2022, when they bought a 1970s caravan to embark on a journey exploring innovative ways of managing French castles — the Château Route project was born.

During this six-month adventure, the Jaguar towing the caravan began to show signs of fatigue. Finding a mechanic willing to work on this old English car turned into quite the crusade! After dozens of emails and phone calls, one finally agreed — in Sainte-Sévère-sur-Indre.

That’s where the love story began — with a breakdown. It was August 2023. Romane and Minh-Son were instantly charmed by the Boischaut Sud region and its château. A few months later, they moved in, marking the beginning of the château’s renaissance.

Today, the park is open to the public — a place to stroll, picnic, or play. The château itself remains a private residence under restoration and opens its doors during events organized by La Maison d’Edmée.