Château de Beauregard
A château near Blois that houses Europe's largest portrait gallery, with 327 portraits of historical figures.
Beauregard Château lies about 7 km south of Blois. Built in the 16th century, it was one of Francis I's hunting lodges. Its most famous feature is the 17th-century portrait gallery, where 327 portraits of European royalty and celebrities hang on the walls, and where the floor is laid with painted Delft tiles. It is considered Europe's largest portrait gallery. The grounds include a Portrait Garden and large areas of woodland. Entry costs about EUR15, and visitor numbers are low, so the visit is comfortable. It can be combined with Blois Château and Cheverny Château on a day trip.
Opening hours
About Apr–Nov 10:30–18:30
Nearby sights
- Maison de la Magie Robert-Houdin
- Château de Blois
- Château de Cheverny
- Château de Chambord
- Château de Chaumont-sur-Loire
- ZooParc de Beauval
- Château de Chenonceau
- Château du Clos Lucé