Manoir du Clap, 16th century manor house in La Cerlangue, France
Manoir du Clap is a 16th century manor house in La Cerlangue that combines architectural elements from multiple periods. Extensions added during the 18th and 19th centuries gradually modified and expanded the original structure.
The structure was built around 1598 during the reign of Henry IV, following a reconstruction period after the Hundred Years War. Its construction marked a return to stability in the region.
The manor displays original moldings in Louis XV, Louis XVI, and Directoire styles that the Yon family added in 1740. These decorative elements shape the interior today and reflect the taste of wealthy residents from the 18th century.
The manor is located within the Seine Natural Regional Park and offers accommodations with private bathrooms. Visitors should note that it functions as a working guesthouse with dining facilities on site.
Composer Arthur Honegger performed his work 'Jeanne d'Arc au Bucher' for the Yon family at the manor in 1935. This musical event connected the building to an important moment in French musical history.
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