Château d'Argonne
Argonne Castle
Chemillé-en-Anjou
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- Chemillé-en-Anjou
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Château d'Argonne stands in Chemillé-en-Anjou (Maine-et-Loire), in the Pays de la Loire region of France. No visits are on record for this building.
The château d'Argonne stands at the hamlet of Argonne, in the commune of Chemillé-en-Anjou, in Maine-et-Loire. Built in the 16th century, it retains its moat, a gatehouse with drawbridge flanked by two towers, and a main residence topped with a dormer window and pediment. A dovecote completes this ensemble, shaped by centuries of history, combining a seigneurial dwelling with farm buildings.
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What to know
- The château is located at the hamlet of Argonne, in the commune of Chemillé-en-Anjou in Maine-et-Loire.
- The building dates from the 16th century and was restored in the 19th century after a fire during the revolutionary troubles.
- Visible features include a moat, a gatehouse with drawbridge flanked by two towers, and a dovecote.
Where this château is
Chemillé-en-Anjou · Maine-et-Loire · Pays de la Loire
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Address
Valanjou), Chemillé-en-Anjou FR, 49120
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- Heritage status
- Protection status unknown
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Frequently asked
- When was the château d'Argonne built?
- The current building dates from the 16th century, although the site is mentioned as early as the late 11th century.
- Who owned the château d'Argonne?
- The estate belonged to the Dubois family from the 14th century until 1661, then passed successively to several owners including the Cesbron, Pichot and Abraham families.
- Where is the château d'Argonne located?
- It is located at the hamlet of Argonne, in the commune of Chemillé-en-Anjou, in Maine-et-Loire.
- What can be seen at the château d'Argonne?
- Visitors can see a moat, a gatehouse with drawbridge flanked by two towers, a main residence with a dormer window, and a dovecote.
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