Can you visit Auxances castle?

The castle still exists and its keep is listed as a historical monument. However, as the site was converted into a convent, visiting conditions are not documented.

What is the oldest part of the castle?

The keep, dating from the 12th century, is the original and best-preserved structure.

Why did the buildings change their appearance?

Around 1960, the complex was substantially altered during its conversion into a convent, significantly changing its buildings.

Château d'Auxances

Auxances Castle

Migné-Auxances

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No visits on recordNo opening hours or ticketing found

Where: Migné-Auxances

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Château d'Auxances stands in Migné-Auxances (Vienne), in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region of France. The building is listed as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 12th century, 14th century, 15th century). No visits are on record for this building.

The castle of Auxances, built in the 12th century in Migné-Auxances in the Vienne department, is a fortified complex where the keep represents the most authentic witness to that era. Listed as a historical monument, the site underwent major transformation around 1960 when converted to a convent, substantially altering the appearance of its buildings. The keep, protected by its own classification, remains the focal point of the castle.

What to know

The castle was converted into a convent around 1960, which affects what you can visit on the site.
The keep is the site's major and oldest architectural feature.
No information about opening hours or admission fees is available; contact directly before visiting.

Where this château is

Migné-Auxances · Vienne · Nouvelle-Aquitaine

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Address

39 Rue du Quéreux, 86440 Migné-Auxances

Directions open from wherever you are, by car or public transport.

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Château phone number

+33 5 49 51 71 32

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Heritage status: Listed historic monument (classé); Mérimée record PA00105530
Period of construction: 12th century, 14th century, 15th century

Frequently asked

Can you visit Auxances castle?: The castle still exists and its keep is listed as a historical monument. However, as the site was converted into a convent, visiting conditions are not documented.
What is the oldest part of the castle?: The keep, dating from the 12th century, is the original and best-preserved structure.
Why did the buildings change their appearance?: Around 1960, the complex was substantially altered during its conversion into a convent, significantly changing its buildings.