Château de Contenson, Historical monument castle in Saint-Just-en-Chevalet, France.
Château de Contenson features Renaissance architecture with towers and slender spires, complemented by dormer windows and a roof covered in Angers slate tiles.
The castle, built by Jean de Foudras between 1500 and 1582, underwent reconstruction from 1885 to 1889 under Baron Camille Bernou de Rochetaillée's direction.
The interior maintains 16th-century elements, including ornate reception rooms and a dining room fireplace decorated with the Rochefort family coat of arms.
While protected as a historical monument since October 29, 1975, the château remains private property and does not offer public access.
The castle stands at the meeting point of the Boën and Aix rivers, providing a direct view of the Urfé castle ruins.
Location: Saint-Just-en-Chevalet
GPS coordinates: 45.89889,3.84972
Latest update: May 25, 2025 09:46
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