Pagoda of Chanteloup, Chinese-style tower in Loire Valley, France
The Pagoda of Chanteloup rises 44 meters high with seven levels connected by a staircase of 149 steps reaching a panoramic platform.
The Duke of Choiseul constructed this Chinese-inspired tower in 1775 after his exile from the court of Louis XV as part of his estate renovations.
The structure represents a fusion of French and Chinese architectural elements, marking the European interest in oriental design during the 18th century.
Visitors can access all seven floors of the pagoda, with the top level providing views of Amboise Castle and the surrounding Loire Valley landscape.
The pagoda remains the last standing structure of the former Château de Chanteloup, which was dismantled in 1823 by merchants for building materials.
Location: Amboise
Inception: 1775
Part of: Château de Chanteloup
Address: Route de Bléré, D31, 37400 Amboise, France
Phone: +33247572097
Website: http://pagode-chanteloup.com
GPS coordinates: 47.39113,0.97022
Latest update: June 23, 2025 11:11
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