Why was the château destroyed in 1575?

The château was destroyed during the Wars of Religion by Marshal Montluc.

What is an overhanging tower above the entrance?

It is a square tower built on corbels above the entrance door, allowing it to be defended.

Do any original 15th-century elements remain?

Fragments of the fortified wall survive, along with the square keep, though the latter was rebuilt.

Chateau de La Roussie

Proissans

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Where: Proissans

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Château de la Roussie stands in Proissans (Dordogne), in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region of France. The building is registered 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.

The château de la Roussie, built in the 15th century at Proissans, endured a tumultuous history. Destroyed in 1575 during the Wars of Religion, it was reconstructed in the early 17th century. The main structure, with its elongated form, features a square tower overhanging the entrance, reinforced by corner turrets projecting outward. Remains of the fortifications, a small contemporary chapel, and the traces of the keep survive on the estate.

What to know

The site has been protected as a historical monument since 1946.
The main structure dates from the early 17th century reconstruction, following the 1575 destruction.
The building displays 17th-century architectural features, including the carved entrance with pilasters and pediment.
The surviving elements include fragments of the fortified wall and an entrance gateway in the grounds.

Where this château is

Proissans · Dordogne · Nouvelle-Aquitaine

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24200 Proissans

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Heritage status: Registered historic monument (inscrit); Mérimée record PA00082775
Period of construction: 15th century, 16th century

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Why was the château destroyed in 1575?: The château was destroyed during the Wars of Religion by Marshal Montluc.
What is an overhanging tower above the entrance?: It is a square tower built on corbels above the entrance door, allowing it to be defended.
Do any original 15th-century elements remain?: Fragments of the fortified wall survive, along with the square keep, though the latter was rebuilt.