Château d'Oigny-en-Valois

Château d'Oigny-en-Valois is a Renaissance castle in the Villers Cotterêts region built with stone foundations and brick filled walls, topped with a slate roof and conical towers. The interior contains a spiral staircase of cut stone, exposed gables, and vaulted cellars beneath the main level that preserve medieval construction from an earlier fortification.

Built between 1498 and 1515 under King Louis XII, the castle was the first seigniorial residence constructed in the Villers Cotterêts region during that era. Its foundations rest on remains of a medieval fortification, evidenced by the vaulted cellars still visible today.

The building shows how defensive and residential styles merged during the Renaissance, visible in details like the decorative arrow slits that blend practical defense with elegant design.

The property is accessible by foot with convenient parking nearby for those arriving by vehicle. The surrounding landscape is relatively flat and easy to navigate, making it suitable for visitors of different mobility levels.

It is the only brick-constructed fortress in the region, standing out noticeably from neighboring stone fortifications with its distinctive reddish tone. This building technique was unusual for the area and remains visually striking when seen from across the surrounding fields.

Location: Oigny-en-Valois

GPS coordinates: 49.21944,3.13778

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:26