Château du Grand Perron, Heritage castle in Pierre-Bénite, France
The Grand Perron Castle features a Renaissance north facade with Corinthian columns and a grand staircase leading to a court of honor.
King Francis I authorized Claude Besson to renovate the ancient fortress in 1518, marking the beginning of significant architectural transformations.
The Gondi family, particularly Albert de Gondi who became Marshal of France, established the castle as a center of nobility and power.
The castle now integrates with Lyon-Sud hospital center and includes a modern student residence with 182 rooms in a U-shaped structure.
A monumental fireplace inside the castle bears the Gondi family coat of arms, representing the Italian influence on French architecture.
Location: Oullins-Pierre-Bénite
Address: 60 chemin du Grand-Perron
GPS coordinates: 45.69970,4.80951
Latest update: June 23, 2025 11:06
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