Who built the château de l'Ardoise?

It was built by the mason Pierre Dussier and the carpenter Pierre Fesset for Gouault Archambault, a royal councillor.

Why is the château de l'Ardoise notable?

It served as a stopover residence for French kings, including Henri IV in 1602 and Louis XIV on several occasions between 1650 and 1687.

Is the château de l'Ardoise a listed historic monument?

It has been listed as a historic monument since an order of 31 January 1956, covering the facades and roofs.

Where is the château de l'Ardoise located?

It is located in Pithiviers, in the Loiret department.

Château de l'Ardoise

Ardoise Castle

Pithiviers

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Where: Pithiviers

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Château de l'Ardoise stands in Pithiviers (Loiret), in the Centre-Val de Loire region of France. The building is registered as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: second half of the 16th century). The building is privately owned and no visits are on record.

Built in Pithiviers during the second half of the 16th century, the château de l'Ardoise takes its name from a mention recorded as early as 1561. Constructed for a royal financial councillor influenced by the ideas of Philibert de l'Orme, it served as a stopover residence for the kings of France travelling between Chambord and Fontainebleau, hosting Henri IV and later Louis XIV on several occasions. Its inverted keel-shaped roof and the carved window surrounds remain notable features today.

What to know

The building has been listed as a historic monument since 1956.
The protection covers the facades and roofs, including the small wing set back at the rear.
The timber roof frame, assembled using a method attributed to Philibert de l'Orme, is among the rare surviving examples of its kind.
No opening hours, fees or visiting details are available in the current information.

Where this château is

Pithiviers · Loiret · Centre-Val de Loire

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Address

3 Pl. de l'Étape, 45300 Pithiviers

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Heritage status: Registered historic monument (inscrit); Mérimée record PA00098987
Period of construction: second half of the 16th century

Frequently asked

Who built the château de l'Ardoise?: It was built by the mason Pierre Dussier and the carpenter Pierre Fesset for Gouault Archambault, a royal councillor.
Why is the château de l'Ardoise notable?: It served as a stopover residence for French kings, including Henri IV in 1602 and Louis XIV on several occasions between 1650 and 1687.
Is the château de l'Ardoise a listed historic monument?: It has been listed as a historic monument since an order of 31 January 1956, covering the facades and roofs.
Where is the château de l'Ardoise located?: It is located in Pithiviers, in the Loiret department.