Château de Flaugergues
Château de Flaugergues, Listed château and historic monument in Montpellier, France
Description
Château de Flaugergues is a castle and historical monument in Montpellier that spans 25 hectares and features structures from the 17th century. The estate includes formal gardens, a working winery, and rooms with a grand staircase connecting different levels of the residence.
History
Construction of this noble residence started in 1696 under Etienne de Flaugergues and took several decades to complete. The property evolved gradually into the home that visitors see today.
Culture
Inside, you can see tapestries showing scenes from the life of Moses, and the furniture displays styles from the Louis XV and XVI periods. These decorations reflect the tastes and interests of the noble families who once lived here.
Practical
The winery offers tastings of various vintages, and guided tours can be booked in advance online. The estate is accessible via Avenue Albert Einstein and is laid out in a way that makes navigation straightforward for most visitors.
Did you know?
The gardens use different levels of terrain to create distinct sections, including an orangery and areas designed in Italian and English styles. This stepped arrangement shows how gardeners of that period linked landscape and architecture together.
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