Château de Souzy-la-Briche, 19th century château in Souzy-la-Briche, France
The mansion stands within a 360-hectare park south of Paris, featuring a Gothic chapel, stables, a rose garden, and a 250-meter canal.
The estate, built between 1815 and 1830, was donated to the French Republic in 1968 by Jean-Jacques and Renée Simon after decades of renovation.
François Mitterrand spent thirteen years of weekends at this estate, which later became an official residence for French Prime Ministers in 2007.
Located 39 kilometers southwest of Paris between Étampes and Arpajon, the château remains closed to public visits except for local residents in 1995.
The former owners rest in the domain chapel alongside their dog Poppy, following a specific condition in their donation agreement with the French state.
Location: Souzy-la-Briche
Architectural style: Empire style
GPS coordinates: 48.52720,2.14682
Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:24
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