Château de Palteau, Medieval castle in Armeau, France.
The castle features a Louis XIII architectural design with two additional wings constructed during the 17th and 19th centuries near Saint-Julien-du-Sault.
During the transfer to the Bastille prison in 1680, the Man in the Iron Mask stayed at the castle under the supervision of Bénigne Dauvergne de Saint-Mars.
The castle maintains its period decorations in the 'salle du coffre' room, preserving elements from the time when important prisoners were held there.
The property now operates as an equestrian center and summer camp for children, with facilities spread across 30 hectares of gardens, meadows, and woods.
An iron mask decoration installed by current owner Olivier Berton hangs above the entrance door, commemorating the castle's connection to the mysterious prisoner.
Location: Armeau
GPS coordinates: 48.05330,3.34360
Latest update: June 13, 2025 20:01
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