Where is the Château de Launay located?

It stands in the commune of Villebernier, near Saumur, in the Maine-et-Loire department.

What is the history of the Château de Launay with King René?

King René acquired it in 1444, gave it two years later to his wife Isabelle of Lorraine, and held a tournament there in 1446.

Since when has the Château de Launay been protected?

It has been classified and listed as a historic monument under orders issued in April 1963.

What exactly does the 1963 protection order cover?

It covers the facades and roofs of several buildings, some rooms with their original decoration still intact, and part of the moat-surrounded park.

Château de Launay

Launay Castle

Villebernier

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Château de Launay stands in Villebernier (Maine-et-Loire), in the Pays de la Loire region of France. The building is listed as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 15th century). Its opening hours and prices have not been verified at the source yet.

The Château de Launay stands in Villebernier, near Saumur, with origins dating back to the early 15th century. It owes part of its renown to King René, who acquired it in 1444 before giving it to his wife Isabelle of Lorraine and hosting a notable tournament there in 1446. Its facades, roofs and several rooms that have kept their original decoration still bear witness to this medieval past.

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What to know

The château is located in Villebernier, close to Saumur, in the Maine-et-Loire department.
The building dates from the early 15th century and was linked to King René of Anjou and his wife Isabelle of Lorraine.
The facades, roofs and part of the moat-surrounded park have been protected as a historic monument since 1963.
Some rooms still retain their original decoration, which explains their separate listing status from the rest of the buildings.

Practical information

Opening hours

Monday	Closed
Tuesday	Closed
Wednesday (today)	Closed
Thursday	Closed
Friday	12:30-18:30
Saturday	12:30-18:30
Sunday	12:30-18:30

Opening hours published by the château on its Google listing. We have not yet confirmed them on its official website.

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Where this château is

Villebernier · Maine-et-Loire · Pays de la Loire

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Launay, 49400 Villebernier

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Heritage status: Listed historic monument (classé); Mérimée record PA00109407
Period of construction: 15th century

Frequently asked

Where is the Château de Launay located?: It stands in the commune of Villebernier, near Saumur, in the Maine-et-Loire department.
What is the history of the Château de Launay with King René?: King René acquired it in 1444, gave it two years later to his wife Isabelle of Lorraine, and held a tournament there in 1446.
Since when has the Château de Launay been protected?: It has been classified and listed as a historic monument under orders issued in April 1963.
What exactly does the 1963 protection order cover?: It covers the facades and roofs of several buildings, some rooms with their original decoration still intact, and part of the moat-surrounded park.