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What reviewers say about Guédelon

Generated with AI from 3,761 reviews on Trustburn · updated 42 days ago

Across the cross-section of reviews, customers generally describe Guédelon as an impressive, unique, and educational experience that gives a new appreciation of medieval building work. Many call it a must-see and praise the enthusiasm and skill of the craftsmen, while a few more measured reviews note that the visit can feel short and is best enjoyed with closed shoes and a positive companion.
What does Guédelon do?

Nous bâtissons un château fort — that is, Guédelon is a project that is building a medieval-style castle. Based on the company description on file and the reviews mentioning stonemasons, blacksmiths, tilers, and other trades, the site is presented as a living construction experiment where visitors can watch craftsmen work using medieval techniques.

What are the most common complaints about Guédelon?

The most common complaints in the lowest-rated reviews on file concern the entrance fee being too high for what visitors felt they got, and a lack of hands-on workshops or demonstrations at the time of their visit. One critical reviewer also mentioned unfriendly behaviour at the cash desk, and another said there was too much folklore and too little for young children.

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Alastair McKenzie
Reviews 1

Amazing place. I think everyone should go at least once to get an understanding of how much work and expertise went into those thousands of medieval buildings around Europe and elsewhere that we admire but take for granted. I've written a detailed review in Mechtraveller.

Morgane Delmas
Reviews 1

Unbelievable ! A dive in the heart of the thirteenth century! Book the guided tour seems essential to me to take the measure of this extraordinary project. Experience everyone. It goes without problem the day! Bowl with good products. Many, many queues at rush hour, it saves time pre buying its picnic on the Internet, very convenient. Eco-conscious and local dimensions very appreciable. Frankly, a big favorite. The end of the construction is scheduled for 2025, we have time to go back to show progress!

Dimitri Poussineau
Reviews 1

Guedelon, for lovers of stones that will become old, the tower of the castle is quickly done, the interior too. Ah still 6 to 10 years of work anyway to complete the construction of the castle. Various workshops stonemason, blacksmith, bricklayer, roofer ... and I pass. You explain their base of work. Some tips shoes closed because the sole is dusty in good weather. A good backpack for the bottle of water. Do not go especially if like me your half has his head out of the bad day.

CR89
Reviews 1

A place for children to discover, for its castle as well as the fun workshops. However, for an adult, I don't see the point at all. Meaning of visit to review, non-existent explanations, very relatively small. The tour is done in 1 hour and I came out disappointed. I must be part of a minority in view of the other opinions. One thing is certain, I will not go back and prefer Provins

David Lucet
Reviews 1

To do absolutely Very informative for big and small Attention to the difficult restoration many people Almost impassable for a wheelchair

Victor Vaton
Reviews 1

This place is really great, you have to visit it at least once as it makes us a visit to the past. It is very interesting to see the construction techniques of the Middle Ages used, especially since the staff are very friendly and open to discussion when they are stationed. I have been there three times in an interval of fifteen years and it is something to see for myself the progress of the work! Special mention to the vaults of the tower and the chapel, magnificent! Beware of the crowds, which can be very high in summer: wait at the ticket offices! Fortunately the parking lot is large

Guilhem Achikbache
Reviews 1

Impressive visit! Since 1997 at work, 40 workers have been building a medieval castle. It is the only 'new' castle in the world! The most telling is the banquet hall, magnificent, and very realistic. From the windows of this room, we can see people in the courtyard, and we can easily imagine life at the time. It's hot, bring water. There is a large refreshment bar where you can buy food and drink. Reasonable price for the day.

stephane Mouron
Reviews 1

It is very interesting and see how we build a castle is really nice. The staff is always ready to explain what they are doing and in a very fun way. It's just a pity that at 1:00 pm all the guided tours of the day are already full. It would have been nice.

Damien Feraille
Reviews 1

Superb medieval castle under construction.All trades are represented.The explanations of the workers are very good.La visit is preferable with a guide.Acces disabled or but only around the castle (workshops, park) .Pets accepted in leash.Catering on site.WC on site

MIREILLE Vasseur
Reviews 1

Very nice project but too many people this Friday of Ascension. Result: - too many participants in each guided tour group - the tail everywhere - impossible to approach the bakery and the mill - full parking Tip: go on a weekday and / or not a holiday!

Chris Tom
Reviews 1

Very pleasant tourist place near Saint Fargeau showing the construction of a fortified castle according to the method used in the Middle Ages. Visit to be planned for at least half a day. Possibility to picnic on site. Very well organized for the various activities of the site.

Henk Lagerwaard
Reviews 1

It is wonderful to see how medieval life is shown here. Extensive and enthusiastic explanation by the volunteers. Unfortunately on a busy day such as when we were there the restoration area was poorly arranged! Very long wait to be able to buy a tepid drink.

Herve Nioux
Reviews 1

Beautiful construction. Instructive. On the other hand it looks a bit like folklore, given the few workers on the job, the castle is not ready to be finished. Some workers on the workshops are not very open to explain their activity.

Sandy Voh
Reviews 1

A great place to immerse yourself in a time that is completely foreign to us and long forgotten. Admire the physically hard construction of a castle in the 11th century and the time-consuming production of various everyday objects that we take for granted today. It was an almost incredible spectacle that offered us there. Living in harmony with nature and animals, despite great efforts, a deeply satisfying calm that we experienced, followed by infinite knowledge from research, archaeological excavations and the firm will to create something great and sustainable for our entire society - for generations. Our greatest respect goes to the initiators, the great local people who embark on this spectacular adventure and revive old knowledge and present it to visitors with a lot of love and passion. You are great !!! <3

PETIT Mathieu
Reviews 1

Original, The construction of a fortified castle with the means of the time seems improbable and yet ... For the moment it is successful. In addition, the participants (volunteers and employees) are super accessible to present their functions to us and really take the time to explain everything. In short, it's great, the ideal for this type of activity and to go back every 2 years

david delamarque
Reviews 1

A park of passionate enthusiasts. The women and men who work there live their art and many know how to communicate it. A thought of the baker and the rope factory. Now a few suggestions on how to affect the wasps that come to us .... from all over the park: Send them to the galleys, mix them to make express honey with pulp, park them to make ecological fans ... What you want but that they stop spoiling the visit with the children! Merky ....

Viviane Corroyer
Reviews 1

Good evening. Beautiful place. What progress. I went there in 2007. In 6 years everything will be finished. So I will be at the rendezvous Go go there. Viviane

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Nous bâtissons un château fort