When was the château de la Tour-de-Ry built?

A round tower dating from the 15th century forms the original core of the site. The main logis was built in the early years of the Renaissance, in the early 16th century, while the outbuildings and dovecote were added in the 17th and 18th centuries.

What architectural features distinguish this château?

The covered machicolated round tower, Renaissance dormer windows with pyramid crowning, and monumental fireplaces from the early Renaissance constitute its principal characteristics. The logis is completed by two round towers at the south-east and south-west corners.

Can the château be visited?

The château is listed as a historical monument, but no information regarding public visits is currently available.

Château de la Tour-de-Ry ou Tourderie

Coussay

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Where: Coussay

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Château de la Tour-de-Ry ou Tourderie stands in Coussay (Vienne), in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region of France. The building is listed as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 15th century, 16th century, 17th century, 18th century). The building is privately owned and no visits are on record.

The château de la Tour-de-Ry, also called Tourderie, is an architectural complex spanning from the 15th to the 18th century in the Vienne region. Its name derives from a 15th-century round tower, around which are organized a Renaissance logis surrounded by moats, outbuildings, and a dovecote. The most striking features are the Renaissance dormer windows with pyramid-shaped crowning and the monumental fireplaces preserved inside.

What to know

The château has been listed as a historical monument since 1995 for the logis and tower, and partially registered since 1993 for the outbuildings.
The complex dates mainly from the Renaissance, although a 15th-century round tower predates the construction of the early 16th-century logis.
The moats surrounding the logis remain in place, defining the boundary of the protected property.
Information regarding public opening hours and visiting conditions is not currently available.

Where this château is

Coussay · Vienne · Nouvelle-Aquitaine

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Address

86110 Coussay

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Heritage status: Listed historic monument (classé); Mérimée record PA00105438
Period of construction: 15th century, 16th century, 17th century, 18th century

Frequently asked

When was the château de la Tour-de-Ry built?: A round tower dating from the 15th century forms the original core of the site. The main logis was built in the early years of the Renaissance, in the early 16th century, while the outbuildings and dovecote were added in the 17th and 18th centuries.
What architectural features distinguish this château?: The covered machicolated round tower, Renaissance dormer windows with pyramid crowning, and monumental fireplaces from the early Renaissance constitute its principal characteristics. The logis is completed by two round towers at the south-east and south-west corners.
Can the château be visited?: The château is listed as a historical monument, but no information regarding public visits is currently available.