The Cayla Chateau-Museum
ANDILLAC , Tarn – Cultural heritage
About
Cayla is the birthplace and home of Maurice and Eugénie de Guerin, a brother and sister who were both writers and romantic poets. This fine country house is surrounded by parkland and is classified as a site of special interest.
In the heart of the vineyards, between Cordes-sur-Ciel and Gaillac, this traditional Languedoc manor house is the birthplace of the Romantic poet Maurice de Guérin (1810-1839), known for his prose poems “Le Centaure” and “La Bacchante”, and his diary “Le Cahier Vert”.
His sister Eugénie (1805-1848) wrote a diary for him, which is a precious testimony to life in the Tarn in the 19th century.
In addition to the visit of the castle, the museum hosts cultural events throughout the year on the theme of poetry, literature and the arts.
In the park, hiking trails, including a literary trail, encourage strolling and are all ways to feel the special atmosphere of this place.
Labels : Label Vineyards and Discoveries
Spoken languages : English – French
Opening
- From dimanche 1 septembre 2024 to samedi 30 novembre 2024
- From vendredi 28 février 2025 to dimanche 29 juin 2025
- From lundi 30 juin 2025 to samedi 30 août 2025
- From lundi 1 septembre 2025 to dimanche 30 novembre 2025
Prices
- From 6€
- From 4€
Payment
- Bank/credit card
- Cheque
- Cash
Services
Facilities
- Car park
- Exhibition space
- Toilets
Services
- Educational visits
- Themed tour
- Shop
- Guided tours
Activities
- Temporary exhibition
- Activity
- Children’s entertainment
Groups
- Minimal number of persons 10
- Maximal number of persons 30