Château du Quesnel

Château du Quesnel is a castle in Le Quesnel in Picardy, built with a main building and two symmetrical wings that enclose a central courtyard. The white limestone facades display characteristic chain patterns and elements from both military architecture and residential design.

Jean Baptiste Le Fort built the single-story castle in 1753 after an earlier structure that stood here since the 12th century was demolished. During the First World War, the German military command used the building as headquarters, leading to bomb damage.

The name comes from the fortified settlement that stood here for centuries, while the limestone walls today show the building style typical of nobility in Picardy. Visitors can see the chain patterns on the facades, often used in manor houses of this region.

The grounds remain closed to visitors following the December 2018 fire due to collapse risk. The surroundings can be viewed from outside, but entering the courtyard or buildings is not possible for safety reasons.

The restoration after war damage took decades, but the 2018 fire destroyed large parts of the roof and interiors again. Today the ruin remains a witness to the difficult history of the site through two world wars and modern accidents.

Location: Le Quesnel

Location: France

Inception: 1751

GPS coordinates: 49.77444,2.62750

Latest update: December 13, 2025 18:45