When was Faulin castle built?

The current castle dates from the late 15th century, with alterations made at the end of the 16th century, on a site first mentioned in the 13th century.

Who built Faulin castle?

The Le Bourgoing family, who owned the estate from 1389, built the present castle.

Is Faulin castle a listed historic monument?

Yes, it has been listed since a decree of 5 July 1993, which protects the castle, the dovecote, the walled gardens and the orchard.

Why is Faulin castle known in cinema?

It appeared as a setting in the film La Grande Vadrouille.

Château de Faulin

Faulin Castle

Lichères-sur-Yonne

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Where: Lichères-sur-Yonne

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Château de Faulin stands in Lichères-sur-Yonne (Yonne), in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region of France. The building is listed as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 15th century, 16th century). The building is privately owned and no visits are on record.

Faulin castle stands at the foot of a wooded hill in Lichères-sur-Yonne, enclosed within a rectangular perimeter wall flanked by round towers and a square keep. Built at the end of the 15th century by the Le Bourgoing family, it has retained its defensive character while its interior reveals carved fireplaces and beamed ceilings. The chapel set within one of the towers holds early 17th century painted decoration depicting the childhood of Christ. The site is also known for having appeared in the film La Grande Vadrouille.

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What to know

The castle has been listed as a historic monument since 1993, protecting the whole built and unbuilt estate.
The building dates from the late 15th century, with alterations made at the end of the 16th century.
The estate also includes a circular dovecote, two walled gardens and an orchard.
No verified information is available on opening hours, prices or access conditions, so it is worth checking in advance.

Where this château is

Lichères-sur-Yonne · Yonne · Bourgogne-Franche-Comté

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Address

55 Faulin, 89660 Lichères-sur-Yonne

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Heritage status: Listed historic monument (classé); Mérimée record PA00113730
Period of construction: 15th century, 16th century

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Frequently asked

When was Faulin castle built?: The current castle dates from the late 15th century, with alterations made at the end of the 16th century, on a site first mentioned in the 13th century.
Who built Faulin castle?: The Le Bourgoing family, who owned the estate from 1389, built the present castle.
Is Faulin castle a listed historic monument?: Yes, it has been listed since a decree of 5 July 1993, which protects the castle, the dovecote, the walled gardens and the orchard.
Why is Faulin castle known in cinema?: It appeared as a setting in the film La Grande Vadrouille.