Château de Flers, Historical castle with art museum in Villeneuve-d'Ascq, France.
Château de Flers is a red-brick castle in Villeneuve-d'Ascq built in the rural Flemish style of the 17th century, completed in 1661. It has two wings set at a right angle, steep slate roofs, stepped gables and pale stone trim around the windows and arches. A stone gateway with a round arch opens through the lower wing.
A seigneurial dwelling was recorded on the site in 1603, and the present château was completed in 1661 for the De Kessel family, lords of Flers. Around 1787 the window mullions were removed, French ceilings replaced by box-section ceilings, and the drawbridge rebuilt. During the Revolution the owners left for Switzerland and the building was later turned into a farmhouse. It was listed as a monument historique in 1951 and restored between 1986 and 1991.
The castle hosts rotating art exhibitions throughout the year that showcase different artistic styles and contemporary works. These collections make the place an active cultural hub where residents and visitors engage with art.
The site welcomes visitors Tuesday through Sunday at no charge. Wheelchair users should check accessibility beforehand since some areas have limited access.
The castle's cellars have been converted into exhibition spaces that regularly display art collections in an unexpected setting. These underground rooms add a surprising dimension to the visit.
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