Prepare your visit: history and landscapes
Located in Saint-Goazec, on the foothills of the Black Mountains, the Château de Trévarez first surprises by its flamboyant colour. Built at the end of the 19th century by James de Kerjegu, it is one of the most recent castles in Brittany, combining the Gothic style with the modern comfort of the period (lift, electricity, central heating!).
The estate is best known for its labeled park « Remarkable Garden » 85 hectares. Whether you're a botanic enthusiast or a walker, the collections of camellias, rhododendrons and azaleas offer an explosion of colours, especially in the spring. It is a postcard landscape that changes radically over the seasons.
Legends and must see on the way
Trévarez, it is the story of a dream of greatness that went through the trials of time, including the bombings of the Second World War.
Christmas magic in Trévarez:
If the castle is beautiful all year long, it becomes legendary at the event « Christmas in Trévarez ». Every winter, artists transform the estate with fairy illuminations and dream exhibitions. It's a time when time stops and we plunge into a fantastic universe that amazes children and the greatest.
Mandatory must-haves:
- The Écuries : A magnificent building that today hosts interactive exhibitions on the history of the estate.
- The Regular Garden: For its fountains, sculptures and perfect perspective on the façade of the castle.
- The route of interpretation: To discover the insides of the castle and understand how we lived there at the Belle Époque.
My Practical Tips for Families
Trévarez is a huge exploration field, ideal for a day of outdoor relaxation.
- Plan to good walking shoes, because the domain is vast and has some elevations to access the most beautiful views on the Black Mountains.
- The park has accessible main roads, but some forested areas are steeper. The All-terrain stroller goes well on major circuits, but the Baby carrier remains your best ally to explore the most secret corners of the gardens.
- Services: On site you will find a café/shop for a gourmet break and very pleasant picnic areas.
- Find the starting point via this Google Maps link.
Photo gallery: the views not to be missed
The inescapable photo spot is the view of the main facade from the bottom of the regular garden. The contrast between red bricks, grey shale and bright green lawns is striking. In winter, nocturnal illuminations offer pictures worthy of a fairy tale.
What I like:
A walk in the park of Trévarez Castle is the promise of a change of scenery in any season, surrounded by the most beautiful flowers. The Trévarez Castle is a recognized historical monument, allowing for an immersion in history and heritage. Located in the Black Mountains of Finistère, it was very modern for its time and possessed all the amenities of the era. He was home to German soldiers during World War II.
