Château de Tanlay

The limestone walls and tall slate roofs of Château de Tanlay form a symmetrical structure with cylindrical towers at each corner, surrounded by a rectilinear moat.

The foundations originate from a thirteenth-century fortress, which François de Coligny d'Andelot transformed into the current château starting in 1555 during the Wars of Religion.

The Tour de la Ligue contains frescoes depicting historical figures from the Wars of Religion as Olympic deities, demonstrating the artistic preferences of the period.

The château maintains regular visiting hours throughout the year and serves as a venue for weddings, cultural events, and guided tours of the Renaissance architecture.

A water theater designed by Pierre Le Muet incorporates canals and moats into the château grounds, creating a distinctive hydraulic feature characteristic of French garden design.

Location: Tanlay

Architectural style: Renaissance architecture

Website: http://chateaudetanlay.fr

GPS coordinates: 47.84917,4.08528

Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:40