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Cité Internationale de la Langue Française – Château de Villers-Cotterêts

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The International City of the French Language
© Pierre-Olivier Deschamps – Agence Vu’ Centre des monuments nationaux
Last Admission1 h
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About

Nestled within the majestic Renaissance castle of Villers-Cotterêts, built in 1532 by François Ier, lies the Cité Internationale de la Langue Française. This captivating destination is devoted to sharing and nurturing a love for a living language, continually reinvented by those who speak it across the globe.

With its sprawling 1200m2, the exhibition halls are a feast for the senses, enriched by a dynamic cultural program. Everyone will find something to like, from the lively performance hall to the tranquil courtyards to the cozy café and well-stocked bookstore. As you soak up more knowledge of the French language, take advantage of the beautiful greenery of the Retz Forest at the International City of the French Language.

What's Included

  • Access to the Cité Internationale de la Langue Française
  • Tour route ‘The Adventure of French’

Must Know

  • A luggage storage facility (maximum dimensions 55 x 35 x 20 cm) is available within the monument near the reception area

Instructions

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Before you buy

  • Free: Under-18s, EU citizens and non-EU French residents aged 18 to 25, French jobseekers, disabled visitors + carer with an ID
  • Free admission on the first Sunday of the month (Nov 2026–Mar 2027)
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On-site usage

  • On the day of your visit, please use the queue reserved for ticket holders and present your ticket from your smartphone at the entrance

Meeting Point

1 Place Aristide Briand, Villers-Cotterêts

GPS:49.25496, 3.09179

Reschedule and cancellation policy

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