What remains of the original castle ?

Only the 15th-century staircase tower survives from the medieval structure. The main residence was completely rebuilt during the 18th century.

What architectural style characterizes the tower ?

The tower displays flamboyant Gothic features, particularly its gateway topped with an ornamental arch framed by sculpted pinnacles.

Can the staircase tower be visited ?

The tower is listed as a historical monument, though current access conditions are not documented in available sources.

Château de la Quintaine

Quintaine Castle

Panazol

Access

No visits on recordNo opening hours or ticketing found

Where: Panazol

To make a day of it

Open within 20 km

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Château de la Quintaine stands in Panazol (Haute-Vienne), in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region of France. The building is registered as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 15th century). The building is privately owned and no visits are on record.

The château de la Quintaine in Panazol preserves a staircase tower from the 15th century, the sole remaining fragment of a medieval fortress whose other parts have undergone extensive alteration. This tower, the only medieval element to survive, displays the characteristics of flamboyant Gothic architecture, particularly in its decorated gateway. The main residence was rebuilt during the 18th century and subsequently modified throughout the 19th century, transforming the estate's overall appearance.

What to know

The visit focuses on the 15th-century staircase tower, listed as a historical monument since 1986.
Access conditions and visiting hours are not documented: contact the town hall of Panazol before travelling.
The tower's interior features a winding staircase with a sculptured polyhedral base, along with double landing doors featuring chamfered frames.

Where this château is

Panazol · Haute-Vienne · Nouvelle-Aquitaine

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Address

87350 Panazol

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Heritage status: Registered historic monument (inscrit); Mérimée record PA00100411
Period of construction: 15th century

Frequently asked

What remains of the original castle ?: Only the 15th-century staircase tower survives from the medieval structure. The main residence was completely rebuilt during the 18th century.
What architectural style characterizes the tower ?: The tower displays flamboyant Gothic features, particularly its gateway topped with an ornamental arch framed by sculpted pinnacles.
Can the staircase tower be visited ?: The tower is listed as a historical monument, though current access conditions are not documented in available sources.