The place :
For your spa holidays in France, the Castle of Pizay welcomes you at the heart of the Beaujolais in the East of the country. Located near the famous city of Lyon at a hundred kilometres from the mountains, this elegant castle shall delight you with its enchanting surrounding landscapes.
Built in the 14th century and renovated centuries later to finally become a luxury hotel, the Castle of Pizay is an idyllic location for a spa break in France. Surrounded by vines and forests and giving a magnificent view over a French Garden, this sumptuous resort shall definitely captivate those who are fond of history and architecture.
If you are looking for sheer relaxation, discover the enchanting atmosphere of the refined Castle of Pizay. Between the chirping of birds and the surrounding natural beauty, your relaxing spa holidays in France shall be devoted to tranquility and quietness at the very heart of the Bourgogne region.
Hotels and residences :
The Castle of Pizay




At the heart of the Beaujolais, the Castle of Pizay, set up in the 14th century, is an exceptional site where mildness prevails. This four star luxury hotel is surrounded by nature and features a unique style. Your spa in France is located in a haven of peace located at some 30 minutes only from the city of Lyon.
For your spa break in France or spa weekend, you will be able to choose among the 60 rooms and 2 apartments of your prestigious resort.
All rooms are split into 2 buildings: the Park Dwellings (also known as the Modern Pavilion) and the Castle Dwellings (known as the Old Wing).
- The Park Dwellings feature rooms with view over the park, forest, vineyard or swimming pool. Guised in a mezzanine structure, the rooms are located in the park behind the castle. In this wing, you can also find luxurious Duplex Suites.
- The Castle Dwellings include Ground Floor Rooms, First Floor and High Comfort Rooms. According to your room, you shall benefit for your spa holidays in France from a contemporary or ancient furnishing.
Finally, the apartments feature a ground floor private terrace or have view over the vineyards.
All rooms and suites are equipped with air conditioning, satellite TV, direct telephone, mini bar, WIFI Internet and safe (rooms equipped with safe are located in the Old Wing).
By choosing the Castle of Pizay as your health spa in France, you may also enjoy the following: billiard rooms, outdoor swimming pool, tennis courts, health track, games organized in the park (croquet, darts, ping pong, petanque), mountain bike, quad or 4X4 tour in the vineyards.
Your spa hotel near Lyon is a perfect place to relax, with its magnificent French Garden ideal for bucolic strolls.
Please note that the Castle of Pizay is also ideal for seminars and groups since it can accommodate between 15 to 300 persons.
Restaurants :
Restaurant "Castle of Pizay"
The Castle unique restaurant is located ground floor. You will taste there a gastronomic cuisine made of fresh market products and regional specialties. Foie gras of poached duck, beef sirloin with morels, or even escargots de Bourgogne (Burgundy snails) are some of the delicacies you may taste in this refined restaurant. Chateau de Pizay offers a perfect place to spa in France, as well a delicious gastronomy!
Surrounded by famous vineyards, the Castle of Pizay restaurant is also an ideal place for you to taste the delicious wines produced in the region. Spend unforgettable and authentic spa holidays in France!
Sports and Activities :
The Castle of Pizay is located at the heart of a luxuriant nature which is ideal for outdoor activities. For your spa holidays in France, you will be able to enjoy the following activities on site: tennis, snookers, ping pong, etc. You can relax after your spa treatments, and share a pleasant moment with your companion, friends or family.
On this land of winery, we recommend you make a detour by the Castle of Pizay magnificent estate. Across vines, you will discover the different wines produced in the estate. And, to complete this nice tour, you should not miss a wine tasting. Accompanied by an Oenologist, you will definitely better understand the basics of wine.
If you wish to visit the French Eastern region in an original way, try ballooning or helicopter touring. From the castle helipad, you will fly to discover the amazing surroundings.
If you are fond of golf, discover for your utmost pleasure the Beaujolais Golf Club, located nearby the Castle of Pizay. This exceptional golf course, 18-hole, par 72, stretches over 6711 yards. Both technical and pleasant, it is accessible at all levels of game. Beginners or professionals shall find what they have always been looking for! Another course you might discover during your health spa in France, is the Macon La Salle golf course, 18-hole, par 71 all along 6595 yards. Designed by the architect Robert Berthet, this layout features hilly and rhythmic fairways, vast and rapid greens that shall provide you with an outstanding game.
Enliven your weekend spa break in France by discovering the cultural facet of the French East region. You shall be captivated by the charming region of Lyon which is a city with an exceptional cultural heritage, of which 1235 acres are listed as UNESCO World Heritage sites since 1998. Enjoy furthermore some of the region unique sightseeing tours: the Fourvière Hill and its antique sites, the Old Lyon which comprises of the medieval town and the Renascence relics, the Croix Rousse Hill and its heritage linked with the Industrial Revolution and the Presqu'île and its unusual streets.
Lyon is in fact an energetic and lively city with multiple assets. Discover the architectural splendour of its Antique Theatre in Fourvière and its Gallo-roman Odéon where shows and concerts are held in summer.
Discover other sites of interest in Lyon which are worth the detour during your spa break in France. Admire the City Hall which sits on the Place Terreaux or enjoy the famous Place Bellecour, the fourth biggest place in France and the largest pedestrian place in Europe. Your spa holidays in Lyon shall further take you for a pleasant stroll in the Traboules whose narrow alleys take you from one building to another. You might afterwards discover the National Opera located in the Place de la Comédie, the Tête d'Or Park, the Fourvière metallic tower which is the highest point in town, and the International City inaugurated in 2006.
If you wish to spend your spa holidays in France in December, you might then be able to assist the famous Lights festival. Within a few days, the most important monuments in Lyon are lighted, bringing out all their beauty. On this occasion, the city population lives at the rhythm of evening shows which accompany this event.
Located nearby the famous city of Lyon, the Castle of Pizay is a luxury resort which shall please all those who are fond of sports, culture and relaxation. All required conditions shall be gathered in this magnificent and idyllic setting for one of the most delightful breaks in France.
Access :
By car 
Lyon: 50 km
Paris: 423 km
By plane 
Saint Exupéry Airport in Lyon is located at some 45 minutes from the Castle of Pizay
London Heathrow / Lyon: 2h40min
Manchester / Lyon: 3h40min (via London Heathrow)
Dublin / Lyon: 3h55min (via London Heathrow)
Edinburg / Lyon: 4h00min (via London Heathrow)
By helicopter 
The Castle of Pizay features its own helipad