Château de Cheffontaines, 18th century castle in Clohars-Fouesnant, France.
Château de Cheffontaines is an 18th-century castle located in the Breton town of Clohars-Fouesnant. Two main pavilions anchor the property, accompanied by smaller wings that house a chapel and library, following the classical Malouinière architectural style of the region.
Construction took place between 1770 and 1788 under architect Pierre Joachim Besnard for the owner Jonathas de Penfentenyo. The property was seized during the French Revolution but later recovered by its family, who maintained ownership through subsequent centuries.
The name reflects the local family that long inhabited this estate, linking the structure to the community's history. The building displays the refined aesthetic typical of Breton country estates from its period.
The property is privately owned by the Penfentenyo family and does not offer regular public visits. Anyone interested in viewing it should contact the family in advance to arrange access.
The castle escaped German occupation during World War II because the marquis's wife held Swiss nationality. This protected status shielded the property from the requisitions that affected many other French estates.
Location: Clohars-Fouesnant
GPS coordinates: 47.89600,-4.05359
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:44
This collection brings together buildings that demonstrate seven centuries of Breton architecture, from the Middle Ages to the modern era. In Brittany, especially in Finistère and its surroundings, these constructions reflect the evolution of techniques and architectural tastes over time. Romanesque churches like the Priory of Locmaria in Quimper, founded in the 11th century by Benedictine monks, Gothic structures such as the Saint-Corentin Cathedral with its two 75-meter towers are present, as well as Renaissance homes like the Kerazan Manor in Loctudy, which retains its original decor. Local materials, notably granite and slate, characterize these buildings and give them a strong regional identity. Some buildings now house museums, such as the former Episcopal Palace of Quimper, which hosts collections from the Breton Departmental Museum, or Kerazan Manor with its Breton artworks. Other sites combine architecture and gardens, like the Lanniron Castle with its 17th-century French-style gardens or Trévarez Castle surrounded by wooded parks. These sites enable visitors to understand Brittany’s architectural history and offer a journey through the centuries.
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