When was Crissay Castle built?

The majority of the current building dates from the late fifteenth century, with dendrochronological analysis confirming that the framework and ceilings were constructed between 1495-1496. Outbuildings from the fourteenth century remain on site, along with a chapel from the early sixteenth century.

Can you visit the interior of the castle?

No, the castle may only be viewed from the exterior. Access to the main residence and its interior decorations is not open to the public.

What makes the interior of this castle distinctive?

The great hall retains its period decoration and original doorwork. The architecturally styled chimney and the ceiling composed of angled beams supporting trapezoidal stone slabs represent remarkably well-preserved features.

Château de Crissay-sur-Manse

Crissay-sur-Manse

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Château de Crissay stands in Crissay-sur-Manse (Indre-et-Loire), in the Centre-Val de Loire region of France. The building is registered as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 14th century, fourth quarter of the 15th century, 16th century). Its opening hours and prices have not been verified at the source yet.

Built mainly in the late fifteenth century on the site of an earlier dwelling, Crissay Castle presents a complex architectural ensemble marked by several construction phases. The main building retains a remarkably well-preserved interior layout, notably its great hall with period decoration and its monumental chimney featuring architectural ornaments. Wood analysis established that most of the framework and ceiling with angled beams supporting trapezoidal stone slabs dates from 1495-1496. The estate also includes a chapel from the first third of the sixteenth century, converted to agricultural use, and outbuildings in an L-shape that likely represent the former noble residence from the fourteenth century.

What to know

The castle has been listed as a historical monument since 1995 and may be viewed from the exterior; the interior is not open to the public.
The property includes the main residence, a chapel converted to agricultural storage, L-shaped outbuildings, and remaining fortification walls including a western access tower.
Located in Indre-et-Loire, the castle forms part of Touraine's medieval heritage.

Practical information

Opening hours

Monday	Closed
Tuesday	14:00-20:00
Wednesday	14:00-20:00
Thursday (today)	14:00-20:00
Friday	14:00-20:00
Saturday	14:00-20:00
Sunday	14:00-20:00

Opening hours published by the château on its Google listing. We have not yet confirmed them on its official website.

Visit duration: Not verified
Wheelchair access: Not verified
Dogs: Not verified
Parking: Not verified

Where this château is

Crissay-sur-Manse · Indre-et-Loire · Centre-Val de Loire

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Address

7 Rue du Château, 37220 Crissay-sur-Manse

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Château phone number

+33 6 22 63 44 93

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Heritage status: Registered historic monument (inscrit); Mérimée record PA00097720
Period of construction: 14th century, fourth quarter of the 15th century, 16th century

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When was Crissay Castle built?: The majority of the current building dates from the late fifteenth century, with dendrochronological analysis confirming that the framework and ceilings were constructed between 1495-1496. Outbuildings from the fourteenth century remain on site, along with a chapel from the early sixteenth century.
Can you visit the interior of the castle?: No, the castle may only be viewed from the exterior. Access to the main residence and its interior decorations is not open to the public.
What makes the interior of this castle distinctive?: The great hall retains its period decoration and original doorwork. The architecturally styled chimney and the ceiling composed of angled beams supporting trapezoidal stone slabs represent remarkably well-preserved features.