Success Story: the Château de Montrond-les-Bains is a playground for young and old with augmented reality

The Château de Montrond-les-Bains, also known as Montrond-le-fortis an emblematic historic monument located in the heart of the Plaine du Forez region, an hour's drive from Lyon. It's now possible to discover it in a totally immersive way, thanks to three new augmented reality tours. These tours are designed for all audiences, whether individuals, families with children or groups.

The augmented reality tour for the general public allows visitors to discover the castle through the ages. The tour begins with a presentation of the château's evolution from its medieval origins, with its towers and defensive ramparts, to the present day. Visitors can see how the château evolved over time to become a pleasure residence during the Renaissance.

The tour is enhanced by augmented reality views of the castle as it was in different eras. Visitors also discover factual information about the château, as well as 3D models to help them better understand its architecture.

The augmented reality tour for children is designed as an escape game. Children must help Gracieuse the cat to put everything back in order so that the wedding planned by Marguerite, the castle's emblematic owner, goes off without a hitch.

The tour is interactive and fun, with riddles to solve as the game progresses. Children discover the castle in a fun way, while learning more about its history.

The augmented reality tour for groups is an interactive experience guided by a tour guide. But that's not all! To make this augmented reality tour even more immersive and stimulating, the OHRIZON TOGETHER!solution, developed by OHRIZON, has been integrated.

OHRIZON TOGETHER! is an all-round application designed to reinvent and energize group meetings and training sessions using augmented reality. Thanks to this integration, group tour participants have access to innovative, interactive features.

The guide uses tablets equipped with OHRIZON TOGETHER! technology to offer visitors a unique experience. They can contemplate the castle from different angles and at different times, thanks to augmented reality views. Factual information on the history of the monument and 3D models of its architecture enhance the experience.

This interactive approach encourages exchanges and discussions within the group, creating a dynamic and collaborative atmosphere. Participants can share their impressions and ask questions, making the visit to Château de Montrond-les-Bains even more rewarding.

The three augmented reality tours are also accessible to people with disabilities. Content is adapted for the visually and hearing impaired, and tablets are equipped with accessibility features. This approach enables everyone to fully enjoy this immersive, cultural experience, helping to make tourism more inclusive and accessible.

The Château de Montrond-les-Bains is now immersively accessible thanks to three new augmented reality tours. These tours are designed for all audiences, whether individuals, families with children or groups. The tours are enriched with augmented reality views, enabling visitors to see the château as it was in different eras. Visitors can also discover factual information about the castle, as well as 3D models to better understand its architecture. These tours are also accessible to people with disabilities, making it an immersive tourism experience accessible to all.

Thanks to the integration of OHRIZON TOGETHER! solution into the group tour, participants can enjoy an enriching and dynamic experience. This synergy between augmented reality tours and the OHRIZON TOGETHER! application provides a better understanding of the castle's history, encouraging exchanges between participants and creating lasting memories.

The Château de Montrond-les-Bains is an example of innovation in the field of cultural tourism, offering everyone the chance to discover this historic heritage in a new and inclusive way.