Can the château de Canteleu be visited?

Yes, the Rouen tourist office regularly organises guided tours of the building.

Why is it also called château des Deux Lions?

The name comes from the two reclining stone lions on the gateposts marking the entrance avenue.

How old is the château de Canteleu?

It was built around 1635, then partly demolished and rebuilt in neoclassical style in the late 18th century.

Is there parking near the château?

Yes, a car park with 200 spaces is available on site.

Château de Canteleu

Canteleu Castle

Canteleu

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Where: Canteleu

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Château de Canteleu stands in Canteleu (Seine-Maritime), in the Normandie region of France. The building is registered as a historic monument. Its opening hours and prices have not been verified at the source yet.

Also known as the château des Deux Lions, the château de Canteleu stands on a terrace overlooking Rouen and the bend of the Seine river. Built around 1635 to plans attributed to Le Mercier, the building was partly demolished in the late 18th century and then rebuilt in a neoclassical style. It now houses a collection of listed period furniture, including chairs, armchairs, consoles and chandeliers, among them a set of Empire style armchairs by Jeanselme.

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What to know

The château is privately owned and has been listed as a historic monument since 1948.
A car park with 200 spaces is available on site.
Guided tours are regularly organised by the Rouen tourist office.
The entrance is marked by two reclining stone lions on the gateposts leading to the avenue.

Practical information

Visit duration: Not verified
Wheelchair access: Not verified
Dogs: Not verified
Parking: Parking with 200 spaces

Where this château is

Canteleu · Seine-Maritime · Normandie

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Address

Canteleu, Seine-Maritime

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Heritage status: Registered historic monument (inscrit); Mérimée record PA00100588

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Frequently asked

Can the château de Canteleu be visited?: Yes, the Rouen tourist office regularly organises guided tours of the building.
Why is it also called château des Deux Lions?: The name comes from the two reclining stone lions on the gateposts marking the entrance avenue.
How old is the château de Canteleu?: It was built around 1635, then partly demolished and rebuilt in neoclassical style in the late 18th century.
Is there parking near the château?: Yes, a car park with 200 spaces is available on site.