Château de la Lande, château à Montmorillon (Vienne)
The Château de la Lande is a stone fortified residence in Montmorillon, originally built in the 16th century as a single-story house with a square tower and later expanded in the 19th century with a round tower and raised rooflines. The structure features a spiral staircase within the round tower, a dovecote with machicolation, and stands within a 30-hectare park containing ancient oaks and chestnuts.
The castle was built in the 16th century as a fortified residence by the Goudon de Bœuf family and passed through dowry around 1550 to the Goudon de Lalande de l'Héraudière family, who have owned it ever since. Late 19th-century renovations added a round tower and slate roofing while preserving the original stone towers and pigeon house.
The castle's name reflects the Goudon de Lalande de l'Héraudière family, whose long ownership since the 16th century shaped its identity and whose stories remain woven into its rooms. The surrounding park with its centuries-old oaks and chestnuts forms an important part of local heritage and invites walks through time.
The castle is located in Montmorillon and is best accessed via local roads, so use GPS coordinates or ask locally for directions when you arrive. The grounds are easy to walk through, and the flat parkland terrain is suitable for visitors of varying mobility levels.
The castle served as a refuge and mobilization center during the Resistance period in World War Two, when the region played an important role against occupation. This hidden chapter adds depth to its story beyond Renaissance architecture and connects it to broader historical struggles.
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