Château de Saché
About This Museum
Tucked away in the lush Indre-et-Loire countryside, the Château de Saché feels a world away from the usual tourist bustle. This charming manor house was Honoré de Balzac's favorite hideaway, where he escaped creditors and wrote some of his most famous works, including 'Le Père Goriot'. You can almost feel his presence in his modest bedroom-study, with its small writing desk that witnessed so much literary genius. Wandering through the quiet rooms gives you a wonderfully intimate glimpse into the real man behind the books.
Collection Highlights
The highlight is definitely Balzac's personal writing desk and his favorite coffee pot—the man practically ran on caffeine! The museum also displays fascinating original manuscripts with his frantic edits scrawled in the margins.
Visitor Information
It's an easy day trip from Tours, though having a car makes it simplest. Check their website for seasonal opening times before you go, as they can vary.
Architecture & Building
It's not a grand, intimidating castle but a lovely, lived-in 16th-century country house built from local tuffeau stone, giving it that soft, warm glow.
Contact & Location
Address: Rue du Château, Le Bourg, Saché, Tours, Indre-et-Loire, Centre-Val de Loire, France métropolitaine, 37190, France
Phone: +33 2 47 26 86 50
Website: Visit Website
