Artistic immersion in an exceptional natural setting
The Vez Keep is a historical monument located in the Valois region, in the heart of the Hauts-de-France region. Dating from the 14th century , it embodies the meeting of history and modernity, offering an enriching experience for lovers of history, architecture, and contemporary art. This majestic keep is one of the most imposing in France. It is distinguished by its impressive medieval architecture and rich history, which testify to the strategic and cultural importance of the region throughout the centuries.
The Vez Keep: a millennium of history 1 hour from Paris
Dominating the Automne valley, the Donjon de Vez is one of the emblematic monuments of the Valois.
Classroom Monument and home to a certified garden Remarkable gardenIt offers an exceptional journey through 1000 years of history and architecture.
Built in the Middle Ages on a former strategic site, the castle was fortified after 1214, when Philip Augustus gifted it to the knight Raoul d'Estrées. Destroyed during the Jacquerie uprising, it was reborn in the 14th century with the construction of its remarkable pentagonal keep.
The site has witnessed major episodes in French history: confiscation during the Revolution, significant restorations in the 19th century, and then occupation during the First World War.
When contemporary art engages in a dialogue with stone
Visiting the Donjon de Vez means discovering a place where the greatest contemporary artists meet medieval architecture.
This encounter gives rise to an amazing experience: each space invites you to take a new look at the monument.
From the 19th century onwards, the site has welcomed visionary creators such as Gustave Eiffel and Emmanuel Frémiet. Since the 1990s, this openness has increased: the contemporary garden designed by Pascal Cribier reinterprets medieval aesthetics, while Sol LeWitt and Daniel Buren have transformed the interior spaces with major works.
Whether it's the permanent collection or the summer exhibitions, each visit becomes a truly living dialogue between history and creation.
How do I access the Vez Dungeon?
BY CAR
Free parking is available for visitors below the Keep; a 5-minute walk through the park is required to reach the entrance.
BY TRAIN
It is possible to reach the Donjon de Vez by train and bicycle from Paris. To do so, take line K from Gare du Nord to Crépy-en-Valois, then reach the village of Vez by bicycle or taxi.
ACCESS FOR PEOPLE WITH REDUCED MOBILITY
Accessible access for people with reduced mobility is available. To find out the address, please contact us at 06 08 61 14 53.
However, we draw your attention to the fact that the tour of the Donjon buildings involves several steps and is therefore not fully accessible to people with reduced mobility.
Privatisation du Donjon de Vez
Événements privés & Team building
Vous cherchez un lieu pour un événement exceptionnel et atypique ? Séminaire, team building, événement pour vos clients ou vos collaborateurs, ou encore événements privés et familiaux : le Donjon est ravi de vous accueillir vos invités au travers d’une privatisation. Différentes configurations sont possibles selon la nature de votre évènement. Nous serons ravis de vous accompagner dans la création d’un évènement inoubliable.
Tournage & Shooting
Remparts, donjon, meurtrières, courtines, chapelle, bois et clairières, panorama sur toute la vallée de l’Automne, portes grinçantes et lumières éblouissantes… le Donjon de Vez regorge de situations plus photogéniques les unes que les autres, et offre un cadre très varié pour tous types de prises de vue : films, émissions, photos de mode, shootings photo…
Notre équipe se tient à votre disposition si vous souhaitez organiser des prises de vues.
Practical information
The interior of the Dungeon is only accessible on a guided tour.
Duration: about 45 mins.
January to April :
ouvert du mercredi au dimanche, by reservation only
May and June :
ouvert du mercredi au dimanche, de 10h à 13h et de 14h à 17h
July and August :
open Monday to Sunday, 10 a.m. to 18 p.m.
September :
ouvert du mercredi au dimanche, de 10h à 13h et de 14h à 17h
October to December :
ouvert du mercredi au dimanche, by reservation only
Full price: €10 – Children 6-12 years: €5
Under 6: free
Accepted payment methods: bank card, cash.
Découvrez l’histoire du Donjon de Vez…