Château de Gaillefontaine, 19th-century castle in Gaillefontaine, France.
Château de Gaillefontaine is a neo-Gothic castle built between 1881 and 1886, featuring stone and brick facades, slate roofs, and grand chimneys. The estate also includes landscaped grounds and stables that complete the property.
The estate was first acquired by General Hoche's widow around 1800, but the current castle was constructed later by Marquis des Roys in the late 19th century. The property developed gradually, with the landscaped grounds laid out before the main buildings were added.
Inside the castle, wall paintings by artist Godon from 1899 showcase French decorative arts from the 19th century. These artworks reflect the refined taste of the wealthy residents who lived there.
The castle sits on Route de Paris in Seine-Maritime and remains private property with no public access. Visitors can only view it from a distance outside the grounds.
Architects Bir and Pini designed the landscaped park in 1870, followed by stables built in 1875, while the main castle was constructed between 1881 and 1901. This gradual development over decades shows how the estate was built in phases rather than all at once.
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