When was the keep built?

The keep dates from the 12th century and is the only remaining part of the site's original fortress.

What is the distinctive architectural design of the keep?

The keep features a transition from a circular form to a sixteen-sided polygon reinforced by pilasters at the edges, making it a rare example of medieval military architecture.

Who was Admiral de Coligny?

Admiral de Coligny stayed in the area several times, notably in 1550, 1554, and 1563, and the entire castle complex is believed to have been built at his request.

What is the well called Jean Goujon?

It is a small 16th-century structure on the main terrace, covered with a dome and forming a distinctive feature in the site's layout.

Château de Châtillon-Coligny

Châtillon-Coligny

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Where: Châtillon-Coligny

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Château de Coligny stands in Châtillon-Coligny (Loiret), in the Centre-Val de Loire region of France. The building is listed as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 12th century, 16th century). The building is privately owned and no visits are on record.

Châtillon-Coligny castle preserves remains of a medieval fortress and a classical building. Its circular keep, a rare example of 12th-century military architecture, is distinguished by a floor plan that transitions from a round form to a sixteen-sided polygon reinforced with pilasters. The site is organized around terraces, an 18th-century orangery, and a Renaissance well attributed to Jean Goujon.

What to know

The keep and well have been listed as historical monuments since 1949.
The three terraces and orangery, an 18th-century barrel-vaulted building, were registered as historical monuments in 1930.
The castle's left wing dates from the 17th century and has been altered several times.
No information is available regarding visiting conditions or public access.

Where this château is

Châtillon-Coligny · Loiret · Centre-Val de Loire

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Rue de Condé, 45230 Châtillon-Coligny

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Heritage status: Listed historic monument (classé); Mérimée record PA00098744
Period of construction: 12th century, 16th century

Frequently asked

When was the keep built?: The keep dates from the 12th century and is the only remaining part of the site's original fortress.
What is the distinctive architectural design of the keep?: The keep features a transition from a circular form to a sixteen-sided polygon reinforced by pilasters at the edges, making it a rare example of medieval military architecture.
Who was Admiral de Coligny?: Admiral de Coligny stayed in the area several times, notably in 1550, 1554, and 1563, and the entire castle complex is believed to have been built at his request.
What is the well called Jean Goujon?: It is a small 16th-century structure on the main terrace, covered with a dome and forming a distinctive feature in the site's layout.