Château de Bouges, 18th century castle in Bouges-le-Château, France.
The castle displays French classical architecture with symmetrical proportions, white limestone walls, and tall windows across its main facade facing ornamental gardens.
Construction began in 1765 under Charles-François Leblanc de Manarval, director of royal forges, following designs likely created by architect Ange-Jacques Gabriel.
The interior preserves period furnishings and decorative arts from the 18th century, representing the refined lifestyle of French nobility during the Age of Enlightenment.
The estate spans 80 hectares with formal gardens, greenhouses, and an arboretum, offering guided tours through both the castle and its surrounding landscape.
The castle's architectural design mirrors the Petit Trianon of Versailles, while its last private owners, the Viguier family, donated it to the French state in 1968.
Location: Bouges-le-Château
Address: 15 Rue du Château, 36110 Bouges-le-Château, France 36110 Bouges-le-Château
Opening Hours: Monday 14:00-18:00; Wednesday-Sunday 14:00-18:00
Phone: +33254358826
Website: http://chateau-bouges.fr
GPS coordinates: 47.04222,1.67306
Latest update: August 27, 2025 17:26
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