Gailloween — Shivers and Mysteries at the Château de Gaillon
Edition 2023 Finished Heritage History Young Audience

Gailloween — Shivers and Mysteries at the Château de Gaillon

21 Oct 2023 — 05 Nov 2023
Gaillon — Eure (27)

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Edition 2023 — Gailloween

Second edition of Gailloween at the Château de Gaillon. In 1632, terror reigned in Gaillon: a mysterious beast caused strange disappearances near the castle. Investigations, tales, alchemist workshops, and a graffiti wall. 2,800 visitors over 15 days.

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The Beast of Gaillon Terrorizes the Castle

The second edition of Gailloween took place from October 21st to November 5th, 2023, plunging visitors into the year 1632. A mysterious beast roamed the castle grounds, causing strange disappearances that terrorized the population of Gaillon.

The program included an investigation-treasure hunt following the beast's tracks (for ages 7+, kit for 5 euros), an alchemist workshop where visitors tried to create a magic potion to save Gaillon, scary tales to listen to in the warmth of parental arms, and a Gailloween wall for free graffiti (free, no reservation required).

The edition attracted 2,800 visitors over fifteen days of activities, confirming the success of this heritage Halloween event.

Programme

2023 Program

  • Investigation-treasure hunt: On the trail of the Beast of Gaillon (ages 7+)
  • Alchemist workshop: Magic potion to save Gaillon
  • Scary tales in the castle halls
  • Gailloween Wall — Free graffiti space

Highlights

  • 2,800 visitors over 15 days of activities
  • Historical theme: The Beast of Gaillon in 1632
  • Immersive investigation-treasure hunt
  • Alchemist workshop and scary tales

Prices

From 0.00€ — 10.00€

Castle entrance + activities: 5 to 10 euros. Investigation kit: 5 euros. Gailloween Wall: free.
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Where does it take place — Gailloween

Château de Gaillon

Château de Gaillon, 27600 Gaillon

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Gailloween in brief

Heritage History Young Audience Family Children Playful Nocturnal Participatory Eure