Château de Contenson

Château de Contenson is a castle featuring Renaissance architecture with towers, slender spires, and dormer windows set against a roof covered in Angers slate tiles. The structure combines original construction with reconstruction work carried out in the late 1800s.

The castle was built by Jean de Foudras over a period spanning from 1500 to 1582, reflecting construction across multiple generations. Major reconstruction work took place in the late 1800s to modernize and preserve the structure.

The interior preserves 16th-century details, including richly decorated reception rooms and a fireplace bearing the Rochefort family coat of arms. These elements show how the family shaped the interior spaces to display their status.

The castle is protected as a historical monument since 1975 but remains private property with no public access to the interior or grounds. Visitors can view the structure from nearby public areas while respecting the private boundaries.

The castle stands where the Boën and Aix rivers meet, offering a direct view of the Urfé castle ruins across the water. This location at the convergence of two waterways creates a rare vantage point linking two historic structures.

Location: Saint-Just-en-Chevalet

GPS coordinates: 45.89889,3.84972

Latest update: December 9, 2025 12:21