Castle Jehay
Guided Tours
Jehay, prestige of a Collection
Three exhibition rooms reveal to visitors a good overview of the prestigious provincial collection of the Château de Jehay.
The first one, the “Jehay Cabinet of Curiosities”, recreates the typical atmosphere's cabinets of curiosities, the ancestors of our present-day museums. In an intimate ambience, this collection reflects the personality of Count Guy an den Steen de Jehay, the final resident of the premises and an enlightened collector.
The second, “(Extra)ordinary Birds”, tells stories about a change of perspective on beings that are both fascinating and familiar: birds. Throughout history, they have been the subject of legends and myths, but they have also been hunted, studied, collected. They are now threatened by the consequences of human activities. It is urgent to take a fresh look at them, to tell new stories, to make them (extra)ordinary again!
And the third, "Amazing paintings!", presents behind the hangings, in an intimate and warm space, a selection of the most astonishing paintings from the Château de Jehay collection. Liège Renaissance, the Dutch Golden Age and the Italian Baroque Age, portraits, still life and history painting, these are the major stages and essential genres in the history of art which are summoned by fascinating works, with paths and sometimes incredible stories.
Practical formalities:
Comprises: guided tour of the 3 exhibitions + free access to the exhibitions
Availability: all year round
Tour duration: 1 hr. 15 min.
Times: to be agreed on registration
Rates: €4 per person + €25 fee for the guide
20 persons maximum per guide
Information:
Château de Jehay
Rue du parc, 1 / 4540 Amay
Tel.: +32(0)4 279 44 00 / info@chateaujehay.be
Bookings:
Your request must reach us 10 days before the visit date.
As soon as your booking has been received, confirmation will be sent to the establishment or person responsible for the group.
Coach parking available.
The tour is available in FR, NL, DE and EN.