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Groups activities

The Château and gardens of Le Rivau are ideal for group visits (minimum 10 people). Whether you’re a garden enthusiast, a history buff, an epicurean or just a group of friends on the go, we can organise a special tours for you. A perfect day in the heart of the Loire Valley !

THE TOUR :
Tours can be self-guided or guided – Average length of visit : 2 hours
Group rate 2025 : 10 €/adult and 5 €/children aged from 5 to 18 (castle – gardens – royal stables – temporary exhibition)
Guided visit in english of the castle or gardens (1 hour) : + 150 €/group of 30 people maximum
Audioguide supplement : + 2.50 €/(usable for 2 people)

RESTAURANTS :
Our two restaurants offer set menus for groups.

Admission is free for the driver and group leader.
Bus access and parking : discover the map.

Our Group Booklet for 2025

New for Groups in 2026

In 2026, our offer for groups evolve and some surprises await you. Botanical walks or historical tours, new rooms opening their doors especially for you… New tour formats will complete our traditional visits. Our restaurant La Table des Fées reinvents its groups offer too, with news set menus and the opportunity to start the day with a welcome coffee and viennoiserie (French pastrie).

Discover what is new in 2026 for groups :

Exceptional visit of two private rooms

With this new option, you will discover two additional rooms at the end of your guided tour. Indeed, the Château du Rivau is a private and unhabited castle and, especially for your guided visit, our guides will reveal to you two rooms usually reserved to the current owners, the Laigneau family — art collectors who have worked passionately to restore the castle.

Additional charge of 20 € per group
+ 15 minutes at the end of your guided tour – option only available at the end of a guided tour of the castle or castle/garden with one of our guides.

Start the day gently with a coffee and a viennoiserie

What could be better than a friendly moment of sharing over coffee and viennoiseries (french pastries) to start the day ? Particularly in a historic setting, facing the medieval keep, or in the majestic Golden Fleece Hall ! Your group can enjoy a moment of relaxation at La Table des Fées before the discovery of the estate.

Welcome Coffee : 5 €/personne
Accueil Coffee and Viennoiserie : 12 €/personne

A 1.5-hour guided tour for a complete visit of the estate

Why choose between the history of the castle or the art of the gardens ? Enjoy the full Rivau experience with this combined tour of the castle and gardens. This new 1.5-hour tour combines the different facets of Le Rivau. Our passionate guides will take you on a journey through time — from the Middle Ages to the present day — to the heart of the château’s art collections and the wonderful world of our Remarkable Gardens.

Duration : 1h30
Guided tour in English : ticket entrance + 180 € per group of 30
Guided tour in French : ticket entrance + 90 € per group of 30

New set menus at La Table des Fées

Our restaurant reinvents itself with new set menus ! La Table des Fées will offer differents options in 2026 :

– A set menu at 28 € per person : main course, dessert + drinks package (water/sparkling water, 1 glass of wine or apple juice, coffee),
– A set menu at 35 € per person : starter, main course, dessert + drinks package (water/sparkling water, 1 glass of wine or apple juice, coffee),
– A set menu without drinks from 22 € per person,
– An option Sharing board at 6 € per person with Goat cheese or charcuterie.

Our Group Booklet for 2026

Group inquiries

Our team is committed to providing you with attentive service. Do you have a question ? A special request ? Do you need a personalised quote ? Do not hesitate to contact us !

Concert - démabulation musicale dans les jardins du Château du Rivau

Our two restaurants

Lunch at the restaurant La Table des Fées

With a breathtaking view on the keep and the vegetable garden, the terrace at La Table des Fées is the ideal place for a group meal. The restaurant offers a special set menu for groups : the Garden Menu, at 35 € per person (ticket entrance not included). Depending on the weather, the restaurant also welcomes you in the charming Orangery room or in the majestic Golden Fleece room.

Practical informations :
For groups of 10 to 100 persons
Free lunch at la Table des Fées for the guide OR driver
Payment methods : vouchers, credit cards, bank transfers, cash.
The restaurant is open from 12:00 a.m. to 15:00 p.m. (last service at 14:30 p.m.).
On booking only
One week before the visite, a confirmation by email for the number of persons is required (on D-7, meals will be invoiced).

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In 2026, new set menus will be offered to groups :

– a set menu for 28 €* (main course, dessert, drink package),
– a set menu for 35 €* (starter, main course, dessert, drink package),
– a set menu without drinks starting at 22 €*,

– an option Sharing board at 6€ per person* (Goat cheese or charcuterie board).

* price per person, not including admission fee

In 2026, the restaurant will also offer for groups (upon reservation) :

An option Welcome Cofee (+ 5 € per person)
or Cofee and viennoiserie (+ 12 € per person)

An option Afternoon snack
(+ 12 € per person)

An option Aperitif
(+ 12 € per person)

Prices for groups, not including admission fees. Booking required.
Restaurant and tea room only accessible to visitors and groups with admission tickets.
Non-contractual photos and prices, subject to change.

Our gastronomic offer : Jardin Secret

Enjoy an exceptional meal with vegetables and flowers from the garden at Jardin Secret, our gourmet restaurant with an intimate and creative atmosphere.

Informations pratiques :
Menu from 69 € per person (drinks not included)
For groups of 8 to 20 people
Reservations required

Our Group Booklet for 2025

Our Group Booklet for 2026