Château de Chambly, Estate mansion in Chambly, France
Château de Chambly is a large mansion in the northern countryside between the Île de France and Picardie regions, roughly 50 kilometers north of Paris. The Anglo-Norman building sits at the center of grounds featuring multiple structures, woods, ponds, and open fields spread across the property.
An original fortress called Petimus occupied this site starting in 1620 under François de L'Hospital's ownership. The current mansion was built in 1887 by architects Blondel and Langlois for Prince Joachim Murat in Anglo-Norman style.
The mansion served as a military hospital during World War I, accommodating over 150 wounded soldiers in buildings adapted for medical care.
The property is now used mainly for weddings, film productions, and corporate gatherings, with guest accommodations in several separate lodges on the grounds. Visitors should note that access may be limited depending on current bookings and events.
The estate manages roughly half of its land using ecological methods, including late mowing for pollinators and natural beekeeping with local species. These practices support wildlife and create a balanced living space in the heart of the countryside.
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