Picomtal Unique Suites and Rooms in a Medieval Château in the heart of the Hautes-Alpes Region
News:
We are open for the 2024 season! Book a room, or check out our summer events under the "events" tab.
You can preview our 2024 brochure here.
GUIDED TOURS (in French) in September : Sunday 1st, 8th and 15th at 11am. For tours in English (groupes of 10 people minimum), please contact us.
An Exceptional Location
A historic monument of the Southern Alps, between lake and mountain, Château de Picomtal is located in the Hautes Alpes at the entrance to the Écrins Mountain Range, yet still in the Provencal climate. Thanks to Lake Serre-Ponçon and the Écrins Mountains, sporting activities (swimming, sailing, rafting, hiking, climbing, mountain biking, paragliding, etc.) are numerous and quickly accessible. The town of Embrun is five minutes away by car.
Unique Rooms and Suites
Discover our charming rooms, in styles ranging from the Renaissance period to the 19th century. Each room has been designed with careful attention to detail. Cross the threshold of your room to be transported to another time...
Guided Tours at CHÂTEAU DE PICOMTAL
Discover the history and secrets of Château de Picomtal through testimonies that span the ages.
Guided tour dates listed below are for tours in French.
Dutsch tours take place from mid-July to mid-August - more information to come.
English tours are possible upon request and reservation.
In May, June, and September, certain Sundays (specific dates to come), at 11 a.m. Booking is recommended.
In July and August, meet every Tuesday, Friday and Sunday at 11 a.m., without reservation.
For group tours (min. 10 people) outside of these dates/hours, please contact us.
Receptions at Château de Picomtal
Ideal for hosting your professional events, with an elegant and functional setting, our seminar rooms are perfect for your meetings, training and conferences.
Our reception rooms and the French garden transport you into a romantic and majestic universe, offering an enchanting setting to celebrate your love.
Immerse your guests in a magical and authentic atmosphere for a memorable experience surrounded by your loved ones in this exceptional historic setting.
Think about it !
For your event, in this incredible setting,
let yourself be tempted by a photo shoot!
The various interesting events at the château...
At Château de Picomtal in Crots, discover a varied program including gourmet dinners, culinary workshops, as well as captivating concerts and conferences.
2024 schedule coming soon...
Spend half a day with a local chef and professional trainer to learn and experiment with local recipes and products. At the end of the training, you will be able to present your dishes to the guests who have come specifically to discover your preparations as part of our dinner events. On the menu: a complete meal of local and seasonal flavors, accompanied by local wine. You will share a table with other food lovers who have come to discover the various courses.
Immerse yourself in the magical atmosphere of exceptional acoustics and let yourself be transported by timeless melodies. Discover talented artists who will bring history and music to life in this unique historic setting.
2024 Program
Celtic Concert - Friday July 26 at 8.:30pm: The annual meeting with Joanne McIVer and Christophe Saunière, for the 22nd time at the castle! Harp, transverse and Irish flutes, Scottish bagpipes, singing... they continue our journey with them in Scotland. Information and reservation (highly recommended): 06 14 61 25 10
Price: €15 (€8 -12 years old). Ticket office on site 30 minutes before the show.
Singing and Piano Concert: “If one evening, Barbara…” - Tuesday August 13 at 8:30 p.m.: Carole Timotéo (vocals) and Antoine Rossfelder (piano). They are back ! They share with us their passion for Barbara in a poetic and powerful show...
Information and reservation (highly recommended): 06 14 61 25 10
Price: €15 (€8 -12 years old). Ticket office on site 30 minutes before the show.
We offer conferences and various demonstrations for everyone's enjoyment.
Feel free to reach out with your ideas for future events and presenters.
Enjoy an immersive and friendly culinary experience during our dinners at the castle where you will taste the preparations of the chef and his trainees, established during the training day. On the menu: a complete meal of local and seasonal flavors, accompanied by local wine. You will share a table with your group, as well as other food lovers who have come to discover the various courses, as well as a trainee who will present the preparation to you. Enjoy your food!