Château des Arcis, Renaissance castle in Meslay-du-Maine, France.
The Château des Arcis features defensive architecture with a four-story keep, moats, and a fixed bridge that replaces the traditional drawbridge.
Between 1575 and 1622, Charles de Cervon led the reconstruction of the castle, transforming the medieval structure into a residence combining defense and refinement.
The castle gardens follow late Renaissance designs with boxwood embroidery patterns, a rose garden, and walkways along the canals.
The estate welcomes visitors Friday through Monday from 1 PM to 7 PM, April through September, with admission at 6 euros for adults.
The Grand Service Building contains stables on the ground floor and an extensive hall under the roof designed for men-at-arms.
Location: Meslay-du-Maine
Location: Le Buret
Address: Les Arcis, 53170 Meslay-du-Maine, France 53170 Meslay-du-Maine
Phone: +33688682321
Website: http://chateaudesarcis.com
GPS coordinates: 47.93420,-0.51830
Latest update: August 27, 2025 17:26
Mayenne's historical sites include medieval castles, fortresses, religious buildings, and museums. The natural areas consist of Mont des Avaloirs, the prehistoric caves of Saulges, public gardens, and parks. Visitors can explore military and civil architecture from the 9th to the 18th century, art collections, archaeological sites, and natural landscapes typical of the region.
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