Château du Jonchet

The castle stands on the banks of the Aigre River, featuring a central square pavilion surrounded by a moat with two lower wings and triangular pediments.

Gabriel de Lestrade, the King's architect, transformed the sixteenth-century structure during the eighteenth century, adding curved window designs to the south facade.

The castle received classification as a French historical monument in 1984, protecting its facades, roofs, outbuilding wing, corner pavilions, moat, and interior elements.

The property remains private and closed to visitors, except during specific heritage days when selected areas might open to the public.

French fashion designer Hubert de Givenchy acquired the estate in 1976 and established gardens with geometric patterns inspired by Venice's San Giorgio Maggiore convent.

Location: Cloyes-les-Trois-Rivières

Inception: 16 century

Architects: Gabriel de Lestrade

GPS coordinates: 47.98470,1.27523

Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:40