When was the Château de la Lande built?

The main construction dates from the 16th century, followed by modifications made in the 18th century.

What makes this château different from others?

It is a dwelling where agricultural and seigneurial functions coexisted, rather than a prestige château separated from any working estate.

Are the château's moats still visible?

Yes, the moats survive in part, particularly on the south and west sides of the building.

Château de la Lande

Lande Castle

Vallon-en-Sully

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Where: Vallon-en-Sully

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Château de la Lande stands in Vallon-en-Sully (Allier), in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of France. The building is registered as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 16th century, 18th century). The building is privately owned and no visits are on record.

The Château de la Lande is a 16th-century residence, later modified in the 18th century, embodying the model of rural Bourbonnais dwelling. Built on a U-shaped plan opening westward, it merges seigneurial residence with agricultural functions, complete with outbuildings and an integrated chapel. The moats that once surrounded it partially remain. Listed as a historic monument, it illustrates an era when the boundary between château and working farm was distinctly blurred.

What to know

The monument is listed as a historic monument, with protection covering the façades and roofs of the château and its agricultural buildings.
The building features a U-shaped plan with moats still visible on the south and west sides, and agricultural structures remain evident to the north.
A chapel was fitted into the eastern end of the north wing, setting this section apart from the outbuildings.

Where this château is

Vallon-en-Sully · Allier · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

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Vallon-en-Sully, Allier

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Heritage status: Registered historic monument (inscrit); Mérimée record PA00093328
Period of construction: 16th century, 18th century

Frequently asked

When was the Château de la Lande built?: The main construction dates from the 16th century, followed by modifications made in the 18th century.
What makes this château different from others?: It is a dwelling where agricultural and seigneurial functions coexisted, rather than a prestige château separated from any working estate.
Are the château's moats still visible?: Yes, the moats survive in part, particularly on the south and west sides of the building.