Château de la Rivière-Bourdet

Château de la Rivière-Bourdet is a castle standing on the banks of the Seine River in Normandy. The building features grand facades and houses a noteworthy dovecote constructed in 1668.

The original structure built by Étienne Bourdet in the 13th century was destroyed in 1570 and rebuilt during the 1620s by Charles II Maignart de Bernières. This reconstruction shaped the castle's appearance that survives today.

French writer Voltaire resided at the castle in 1723, where he composed sections of his literary works Hérode et Mariamne and Henriade.

The castle has been privately owned since 2011, though its exterior facades and roofing are protected as historical monuments through a 1934 designation. Access may be limited due to its private status.

During World War II, the castle sheltered around 200 children from Le Havre, Dieppe, and Rouen fleeing conflict zones. The building sustained significant damage from bombardment in 1944.

Location: Quevillon

Website: https://chateau-de-la-riviere-bourdet.fr

GPS coordinates: 49.41363,0.94547

Latest update: December 9, 2025 12:24