Château de Poyanne, Castle in Poyanne, France.
Description
Château de Poyanne is a castle in Poyanne featuring five pavilions arranged around a central protruding section topped by a dome-shaped roof and a belvedere. The structure commands views across the surrounding countryside.
History
It was built in 1206 as a fortified house and underwent major transformations between 1624 and 1626 under architect Gratien de Lerm from Cadillac. These renovations gave the building its present Baroque appearance.
Culture
The reception hall on the first floor displays an ornate wooden fireplace and a decorated coffered ceiling, reflecting the refined lifestyle of French nobility. These rooms reveal how the aristocracy lived and entertained within these walls.
Practical
The Department Council of Landes manages the property and offers guided tours in French. Parking is available for both cars and buses.
Did you know?
The northern facade reveals an additional floor due to the natural slope of the terrain, creating an asymmetrical architectural composition. This unexpected feature results from clever adaptation to the site's topography.
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