Château de la Buzardière
Buzardière Castle
Changé
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Château de la Buzardière stands in Changé (Sarthe), in the Pays de la Loire region of France. The building is registered as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 15th century, 18th century). Its opening hours and prices have not been verified at the source yet.
The château de la Buzardière stands at Changé, in the Sarthe, within the historic Maine region. Its construction dates back to the mid 15th century, begun by Guyon de Clinchamp shortly after the end of the Hundred Years' War, with later alterations continuing into the 18th century. Notable features include the chapel built in 1520 and the chaplain's lodging, both of which have been restored.
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What to know
- The château has been a listed historic monument since 1928.
- Having passed by marriage to the Nicolay family, it served for a long time merely as a hunting lodge before suffering damage from the weather.
- The 16th century chapel and the chaplain's lodging have been restored.
- No verified information is available on opening hours, prices or access conditions for visitors.
Where this château is
Changé · Sarthe · Pays de la Loire
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Address
72560 Changé
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- Period of construction
- 15th century, 18th century
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Frequently asked
- How old is the château de la Buzardière?
- Its construction began around 1453, shortly after the Hundred Years' War, under Guyon de Clinchamp.
- Can the château de la Buzardière be visited?
- There is no verified information confirming visiting arrangements.
- Is the château a protected monument?
- Yes, it has been listed as a historic monument since 13 April 1928.
- What remains to be seen on the site today?
- The chapel built in 1520 and the chaplain's lodging, both restored, are the notable surviving features.
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Sources
Identity, location and official references from Wikidata and the Mérimée register.
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- Wikidata Q22962526
- Mérimée PA00109701
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