Which elements of the château are protected as historic monuments?

The interior grand staircase, facades and roof of the main château were successively protected from 1952 onward. In 2021, protection was extended to the entire estate, including terraces, moats, two water bodies, gardens, park, orangery and chapel.

What was the historical purpose of the orangery and wine press?

The orangery was used to cultivate citrus fruits during cold months, while the press was linked to wine or cider production on the estate.

Château de Bois Chevalier

Bois Chevalier Castle

Legé

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Where: Legé

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Château de Bois Chevalier stands in Legé (Loire-Atlantique), in the Pays de la Loire region of France. The building is listed as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 17th century). The building is privately owned and no visits are on record.

Built in the 17th century in Legé, Loire-Atlantique, Bois Chevalier is a château composed of a main residential block and its outbuildings, including an orangery and a chapel. The estate, listed as a historic monument, also features an eastern terrace, moats and an entrance bridge, together with two bodies of water and a wooded park. The interior grand staircase is a notable element of the building.

What to know

The château is listed as a historic monument: its facades, roofing and grand staircase are protected.
The entire estate, including former gardens, woodland and the orangery, has been under protection since 2021.
The chapel and wine press associated with the château are included within the protected area.

Where this château is

Legé · Loire-Atlantique · Pays de la Loire

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Address

44650 Legé

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Heritage status: Listed historic monument (classé); Mérimée record PA00108633
Period of construction: 17th century

Frequently asked

Which elements of the château are protected as historic monuments?: The interior grand staircase, facades and roof of the main château were successively protected from 1952 onward. In 2021, protection was extended to the entire estate, including terraces, moats, two water bodies, gardens, park, orangery and chapel.
What was the historical purpose of the orangery and wine press?: The orangery was used to cultivate citrus fruits during cold months, while the press was linked to wine or cider production on the estate.