Saint-Point castle

Alphonse de Lamartine is a poet, writer and politician.

He was one of the major figures of French Romanticism. Saint-Point feudal castle was bought in 1801 by the poet’s father and Alphonse settled there in 1820, after his marriage to an English aristocrat, Mary Ann Birch. Restored and increased, the castle remained his family property until his death in 1869. 

During a visit, you can see original period furnishings, objects and memories of his private and political life, as well as the complete literary works of Lamartine.

A poetic trail set up in the castle park will allow visitors to continue their immersion in the poet’s world. Seated on one of the many benches in the garden—right where Lamartine composed some of his verses—they will be able to listen to recordings of poetry readings inspired by the landscape before their eyes. The masterful interpretations by Guillaume Gallienne and Catherine Salviat of the Comédie-Française, as well as Lambert Wilson and Stéphane Bern, bring the poetry of Alphonse de Lamartine back to life.

Events of the year

• Poetic trail in the castle park : 7 July-30 August

Shop

Sale of antique books, stationery, and local products.

The Gardens

After the guided tour, you can freely visit the English-style park, the orchard, and the vegetable garden. Lamartine’s tomb and a Romanesque church are located at the edge of the park.