Château de Bénéhard, Renaissance castle in Chahaignes, France.
The castle stands on a hilltop overlooking the Veuve Valley, featuring a large gateway with a cat flap entrance and steep slate roofs.
The current structure, built between 1518 and 1560 by Jacques II de Maillé-Bénéhart, replaced a fortress that defended the Veuve Valley during the Hundred Years War.
The castle maintains its authentic 16th and 17th-century architectural elements, with decorative features similar to those found in Loire Valley castles.
Located on departmental road 64 toward Saint-Pierre-du-Lorouër, the castle has been classified as a historic monument since August 11, 1987.
The 18th-century terraced gardens include a reflecting pool, a 15th-century bread oven, and a wine press from the same period.
Location: Chahaignes
Address: Bénéhard
GPS coordinates: 47.76640,0.53194
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:51
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