Skip to content

Grignan castle

Grignan, France

History

A Renaissance château on a rock above lavender country, linked with the letters of Madame de Sévigné. The terrace roof of the church below gives a wide view.

Nearest town
Grignan, France
Category
History & culture
GPS
44.4200, 4.9080

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in April, July–August and November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

Getting there

  • France: Motorway tolls. Tolls on most autoroutes; the limit drops to 110 km/h in rain. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.

Featured in these trip guides

Nearby

Campsites nearby

  • Camping de GrignanCampsite
    0 km from Grignan castle
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToilets
  • Domaine de Lumian & Domaine Caroline Bonnefoy Accueil Camping CarsMotorhome stopover
    5 km from Grignan castle · 5 pitches
    MotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterWaste disposalDogs allowedFree
  • Camping de l'HéreinCampsite
    12 km from Grignan castle
    TentsCaravansMotorhomesShowersToiletsDogs allowedWi-Fi
  • Les Terrasses ProvençalesCampsite
    14 km from Grignan castle
    TentsCaravansMotorhomesShowersToiletsDogs allowed
  • Aire de camping-car de La Bégude-de-MazencMotorhome stopover
    14 km from Grignan castle · 26 pitches
    MotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
  • La GravelineCampsite
    17 km from Grignan castle · 33 pitches
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal

All campsites in France · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Grignan castle?

Grignan castle is in Grignan, France, at GPS 44.4200, 4.9080. It is about 17 km from Dieulefit.

Can you camp near Grignan castle?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Camping de Grignan, about 0 km away; within 25 km there are 80 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Grignan castle?

Grignan castle is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Drôme provençale: olives, lavender and Roman Vaison.

What is there to see near Grignan castle?

Places worth a stop nearby: Roman Vaison (24 km), Dentelles de Montmirail (28 km), Roman Theatre of Orange (33 km) and Belvédère de la Madeleine (37 km).

When is the best time to visit Grignan castle?

The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in April, July–August and November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)