La Roche-Guyon at a glance
La Roche-Guyon sits on the Seine in the Val-d'Oise, below a chalk cliff. The village is listed on the website of the association Les Plus Beaux Villages de France. That is an association label, not a UNESCO status. Its main sight is the Château de La Roche-Guyon with its historic kitchen garden, the Potager-fruitier, which lies between the château and the river.
This guide is independent. It is not run by the château, the village or a tourist office. Hours and prices are the published ones for 2026 and can change, so check them before a long trip.
Good to know this autumn
Three things that change a visit in October 2026 and after.
Road barriers on October weekends
From 3 October to 1 November 2026 the village announces closed barriers on weekends, from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., on Rue du docteur Duval, Rue Paul Dauvergne and Rue du Quai. This is local access information, not a closure of the château. If you drive, use the municipal car park at the village entrance.
Hunting in the regional forest
The 2026/27 hunting season began on 13 October. On certain Tuesdays and Thursdays until March, affected sectors of the Forêt régionale de La Roche-Guyon are signposted and restricted. In one lot, rabbit hunting can also take place on weekends. Keep dogs on a leash, stay on the paths and avoid closed sectors.
Winter opening is short
The published 2026 opening periods are 1 April to 1 November and 5 December 2026 to 3 January 2027 (1 p.m. to 7 p.m.). Do not count on daily opening outside these dates, and check the château's calendar first.
Guided day trips around Paris and the Val-d'Oise
Day trips and guided visits in the region north of Paris, with live prices and availability.
Château de La Roche-Guyon: tickets and rules
The château is the reason most people come. Tickets are sold until one hour before closing. Allow time for the château, the Potager and the village.
Inside, you pass a security check. Strollers are not allowed in the château, and there is no place to leave them at the entrance. Animals, even on a leash, are not allowed in the château or in the Potager. The château includes a troglodyte gallery, and the keep rises above the building. Check at the ticket office what your ticket covers, including the garden.
Ticket prices 2026
Published prices for the château and Potager.
| Ticket | Price 2026 | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | €9.50 | – |
| Senior over 65 | €8.50 | – |
| Ages 13–18, students, jobseekers | €6.50 | – |
| Children 6–12 | €6 | – |
| Under 6 | Free | – |
| Visitors with a disability | Free | Companion €5 |
| Family, 2 adults + 2 children | €29.50 | – |
| Family, 2 adults + 3 children | €35 | – |
| Guided visit, extra per person | €3.50 | – |
| Guided family package, 2 + 2 / 2 + 3 | €42 / €52.50 | Guided visit included |
Walks along the Coteaux de la Seine
The Seine slopes around the village belong to a national nature reserve of 268 hectares, the Coteaux de la Seine. It runs across the communes of Vétheuil, Haute-Isle, La Roche-Guyon, Gommecourt and Bennecourt. Between 1 March and 30 June, access to the rock pinnacles in Haute-Isle is strictly forbidden. That rule covers those rocks, not every path in the reserve.
The regional nature park's hiking portal shows trails on a map. This page does not give a standard loop with a length or walking time. Check the current route and any sector closure before you set out. For the wider area, see the Vexin guide.
Getting to La Roche-Guyon
No direct train. Plan for a bus.
By train and bus
Take a train from Paris-Saint-Lazare to Mantes-la-Jolie, then bus 1119 to the village. The connection time and the total journey depend on the bus timetable, so check it for your day.
Getting there →By car
From the A15, take the D14 via Magny-en-Vexin, or leave the A13 at exit 11 and continue towards Limay and Vétheuil. The municipal car park is at the village entrance. Check the sign for the current fee.
Plan the day
Count the château, the Potager and a short walk in the village as a half day. In the garden and on the village streets, dress for the weather.
More places in the Val-d'Oise
Nearby ideas for another day.
La Roche-Guyon: frequently asked questions
Is the château open all year?
No. The published 2026 periods are 1 April to 1 November, daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and 5 December 2026 to 3 January 2027, from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. Last tickets are sold one hour before closing.
How much is a ticket?
An adult ticket costs €9.50 in 2026. Reduced rates run from €6 to €8.50, children under 6 are free, and a family ticket costs €29.50 for 2 adults and 2 children.
How do I get there without a car?
Take a train from Paris-Saint-Lazare to Mantes-la-Jolie, then bus 1119. Check the bus timetable for your day, because the connection decides the length of the trip.
Is La Roche-Guyon a UNESCO site?
No. It is listed as one of Les Plus Beaux Villages de France, which is a label of an association.
Can I bring a stroller or a dog?
Strollers are not allowed in the château and cannot be left at the entrance. Animals, even on a leash, are not allowed in the château or the Potager.
Can I walk in the forest in autumn?
Hunting days are posted on certain Tuesdays and Thursdays until March, and some sectors are restricted. Follow the signs, stay on the paths and keep dogs on a leash.