Explore the International City of the French Language in Château de Villers-Cotterêts and immerse in creativity with resident artists and researchers.
Dive into an interactive exhibit showcasing the evolution of the language at the castle where the 1539 decree recognized it as France's official language.
Engage with multifaceted Francophone cultures through diverse arts, literature, and performances in collaboration with global artists.
Enhance language skills with specialized French training programs targeting educators, learners, and initiatives against illiteracy.
Explore the International City of the French Language in Château de Villers-Cotterêts and immerse in creativity with resident artists and researchers.
Dive into an interactive exhibit showcasing the evolution of the language at the castle where the 1539 decree recognized it as France's official language.
Engage with multifaceted Francophone cultures through diverse arts, literature, and performances in collaboration with global artists.
Enhance language skills with specialized French training programs targeting educators, learners, and initiatives against illiteracy.
Inclusions
Entry to International City of the French Language
Tip: Don't miss the room where the ordinance making French the official language was signed.
This experience is wheelchair, pram, and stroller accessible.
Facilities: Lockers, Changing Rooms.
Free entry: The first Sunday of January, February, March, November and December and during European Heritage Days (3rd weekend of September each year).
Entry is free for anyone under the age of 18 years, and for European Union nationals or non-EU residents in France aged between 18 and 25 years (an ID is necessary).
Entry is free for disabled guests with an accompanying adult, jobseekers (on presentation of a certificate less than 6 months old), and holders of a valid education pass.
These tickets can't be cancelled. However, they can be rescheduled up to 0 hours before the experience begins.