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Semur-en-Brionnais
Saône-et-Loire
Cluny – an outstanding heritage
Situated in southern Burgundy, this former fiefdom of Saint-Hugues, the founder of Cluny, was once the historic capital of the Brionnais region. This charming market town boasts a rich heritage, including a fortified castle with a square keep dating back to the 9th century, a magnificent Romanesque church featuring eight arches and columns in its bell tower, and old houses with an almost pinkish hue.
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Word of Mouth
In 1024, Hugues was born at Semur Castle; he would go on to become the sixth Grand Abbot of the Order of Cluny. For 60 years, until his death, he led the Order, which was present throughout Christendom with more than ten thousand monks, and commissioned the construction of the great abbey church – which was, sadly, destroyed after the Revolution – which was the largest church in Christendom before the construction of St Peter’s in Rome.
Ideas for everyone, all the time
From March 10, 2026 to Oct. 31, 2026
Les Chevaliers en Culotte Courte
Children can explore St Hugues Castle with a fun tour leaflet, disguised as a knight, tunic, headdress or sword in hand. At the end of the tour, their bravery will be rewarded!
Next dates:
- From 03/10/2026 to 10/31/2026
Open every day - From 03/10/2026 to 10/31/2026
Open every day
From Oct. 31, 2026 to Oct. 31, 2026
Journée Halloween au Château
At 10.00 am, children aged 4 and over can make little Halloween-themed creations before heading home with some sweets! For older children, a Halloween mask-making workshop for those aged 7 and over will take place at 3.00 pm. Booking is essential. Come along and enjoy a fun, creative time with the whole family!
Next dates:
- 10/31/2026
Open every day - 10/31/2026
Open every day
From Oct. 31, 2026 to Oct. 31, 2026
Journée Halloween
Come and celebrate Halloween at our castle! In the morning, at 10.00, children aged 4 and over can make little Halloween-themed crafts before heading home with some sweets! For older children aged 7 and over, there’ll be a Halloween mask-making workshop at 3 pm. Booking essential Do come along and enjoy a fun, creative time with the family!
Next dates:
- 10/31/2026
- 10/31/2026
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