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Welcome to
Château de Fontager
A peaceful stay in the Rhône Valley
We invite you to journey back in time in the historic ambience at Château de Fontager; the perfect stop over when exploring the Rhône Valley, its world-class vineyards and its many gastronomic highlights.
Enjoy our private and peaceful castle and immerse yourself in the latest must-read book in one of our welcoming salons or enjoy a leisurely walk in the charming nearby village of Ponsas.
Our rooms
Contemporary & comfortable
rooms
Our 32 rooms treat guests to contemporary comfort and all modern amenities, like en-suite bathrooms and television, as well as endearing French details, like lavender-scented ‘armoires’. The rooms either offer a peaceful view to the inner courtyard, to our beautiful park, or to the neighbouring village, Ponsas.
Guests are treated to complimentary on-site parking and free wi-fi throughout the castle.
Dogs are allowed, but only in a limited number of rooms, so kindly forward us your request before booking.
Hotel Packages in the Heart of the Rhône Valley
We invite you to indulge in the laid-back lifestyle of the unspoiled French wine country with these special overnight and gastronomy packages.
Hide Away in Time and History package
Our Hide Away in Time and History-package is especially created for guests with an interest for local culture and gastronomy.
The package includes two nights in a spacious double room and a lovely continental breakfast served in our Salle de Cloître.
Furthermore you will enjoy on the evening of arrival a 3 course dinner with regional delicacies.
The above meal will be served in our on-site restaurant, Chant de la Source.
Wine & Dine package
Our Wine & Dine-package is especially created for foodies and wine lovers.
The package include a one night stay in a spacious double room and a lovely continental breakfast served in our Salle de Cloître.
In the evening you will enjoy a glass of Champagne and a 4-course dinner with regional delicacies served in our on-site restaurant, Le Chant de la Source.
Diner at Château de Fontager
Le Chant de la Source
Thursday to Saturday evenings
19:00 – 21:00 (Kitchen)
Menu starting from €54
Our team is at your complete disposal for your reservations on the site, by email or by telephone.
Comptoir du Château
Our casual dining option
In winter, served in the Cloister Room, and in summer, on the Terrace
Monday to Sunday evenings : 19:00 – 21:00 (Kitchen)
Thursday to Sunday lunchtimes : 12:00 – 14:00 (Kitchen)
Menu : €39 & Daily specials starting from €28
In the afternoon, we offer sweet or savory options for the little hunger.
Le Comptoir du Château is our casual dining offering.
In winter, enjoy your meal in the Cloister Room, and in summer, dine on the Terrace by the pool.
The Comptoir offers a set menu, daily specials, and à la carte options.
Savor a delicious lunch or dinner made with the finest local ingredients, prepared fresh by our kitchen team.
Private and Exclusive Events, Parties and Meetings
Team Building, Meetings and Corporate Events
Two meeting rooms (each for 20 people), the terrace and the beautiful park offering plenty of room for group work, meetings and activities make Château de Fontager ideal for an exclusive, private team building event, a board meeting or your next corporate get-away.
Celebrate Your Big day in Your Own Private Castle
With 32 rooms, a function room for up to 60 guests, and a vast pool-side reception area Château de Fontager is perfect for celebrating a romantic French-style wedding, a major anniversary or indeed life itself with a big party.
An exceptional castle
In the warmer seasons we recommend a swim in our 35 metres outdoor pool or simply to bask in the sun on our terrace and the beautiful park.
Foodies will enjoy the continental breakfast in our Salle de Cloître, the afternoon tea on our poolside terrace or savour the regional French delicacies paired with local wines in our on-site restaurant the Chant de la Source.
We would be delighted to welcome you for a single overnight stay, a weekend getaway, or if you desire to rent the entire castle for a professional event or the party of your lifetime…
Our history
More than 2,000 Years of History
When you arrive at our imposing iron-cast gate and marvel at Chateau de Fontager’s majestic watchtowers you instantly sense the presence of the castle’s more than 2,000 year history. Château de Fontager has been built upon the walls of a Roman stronghold, still visible in the cellar, dating back to 500 years B.C. and French nobility resided here till the beginning of the 20th century.
Legend has it that Pontius Pilate, when he was sent in disgrace to Gaul and became the governor of Vienna in the year 37, lived at our château and that the neighbouring village, Ponsas, was named after him.
In this day and age you are treated to contemporary comfort and all modern amenities in the rooms as well as the common guest areas. However, the high-ceilinged hallways, function rooms and lounge areas with antique chandeliers, stately fireplaces and heritage heirlooms invite you to journey back in time and imagine life in another, grander, era.