Since when has Château de Calonges existed ?

A château is documented on this site from 1286 onwards. The current structure dates to the 15th century and underwent substantial modifications, notably the loss of its second storey in 1818.

What was it before the château we see today ?

It was a military fortress intended to monitor the ancient Roman road connecting Bordeaux to Agen. Sold as national property in 1792, it subsequently fell into decline.

What can be seen inside ?

The first floor preserves painted ceilings decorated with small coffered panels and richly carved wooden friezes.

Château de Calonges

Calonges Castle

Calonges

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Where: Calonges

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Château de Calonges stands in Calonges (Lot-et-Garonne), in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region of France. The building is listed as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 15th century, 17th century). The building is privately owned and no visits are on record.

Built in the 15th century on the foundations of a 13th-century fortress, Château de Calonges is a substantial structure of brick and white stone overlooking the Lot-et-Garonne landscape. Flanked by two square pavilions at either end and extended by a northern wing, it retains remarkable interior decoration: coffered and painted ceilings, and carved friezes. Once a watchtower guarding an ancient Roman route, the château underwent significant changes in the 19th century before being classified as a historical monument.

What to know

The château has been classified as a historical monument since 1959; confirm visiting conditions before your visit.
Access to the château is via two entrances leading to a trapezoidal terrace.
The building combines brick and white stone, with window frames alternating between the two materials.
Painted ceilings adorn the first floor, featuring coffered panels and carved wooden friezes in various rooms.

Where this château is

Calonges · Lot-et-Garonne · Nouvelle-Aquitaine

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Address

47430 Le Mas-d'Agenais

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Heritage status: Listed historic monument (classé); Mérimée record PA00084085
Period of construction: 15th century, 17th century

Frequently asked

Since when has Château de Calonges existed ?: A château is documented on this site from 1286 onwards. The current structure dates to the 15th century and underwent substantial modifications, notably the loss of its second storey in 1818.
What was it before the château we see today ?: It was a military fortress intended to monitor the ancient Roman road connecting Bordeaux to Agen. Sold as national property in 1792, it subsequently fell into decline.
What can be seen inside ?: The first floor preserves painted ceilings decorated with small coffered panels and richly carved wooden friezes.