Who designed Mareuil château?

Chevotet established the plans in 1771, and Chaussard contributed to the completion of construction between 1771 and 1774.

Which notable owners did the château have?

The château was owned by Philippe d'Orléans from 1788 to 1792.

What did landscape architect Édouard Redon transform?

In 1896, Redon redesigned the château's grounds, creating a new organization of the green spaces.

Which 18th-century elements remain inside?

The wrought-iron staircase, full-height wooden panelling and marble fireplaces are preserved in the principal rooms.

Château de Mareuil (Marne)

Aÿ-Champagne

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Where: Aÿ-Champagne

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Château de Mareuil stands in Aÿ-Champagne (Marne), in the Grand Est region of France. The building is registered as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 18th century). The building is privately owned and no visits are on record.

Built between 1771 and 1774 by architects Chevotet and Chaussard, Mareuil château exemplifies 18th-century Champagne classicism. Constructed in brick with refined details, it was owned by Philippe d'Orléans from 1788 to 1792. The residence preserves its period interiors: wrought-iron staircase, wooden panelling, marble fireplaces. It stands within a substantial estate completed by imposing U-shaped outbuildings, two enclosed vegetable gardens and their structures.

What to know

The château underwent major transformations in the late 19th century: the grounds were redesigned in 1896 by landscape architect Édouard Redon, and several buildings were modified.
The two walled vegetable gardens, the brick orangery and the 18th-century icehouse are integral parts of the protected property.
A wrought-iron gate marks the entrance, and the dovecote was converted into a reception area in the 19th century.
The monument has been listed as a historic building since 2003.

Where this château is

Aÿ-Champagne · Marne · Grand Est

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Aÿ-Champagne, Marne

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Heritage status: Registered historic monument (inscrit); Mérimée record PA51000010
Period of construction: 18th century

Frequently asked

Who designed Mareuil château?: Chevotet established the plans in 1771, and Chaussard contributed to the completion of construction between 1771 and 1774.
Which notable owners did the château have?: The château was owned by Philippe d'Orléans from 1788 to 1792.
What did landscape architect Édouard Redon transform?: In 1896, Redon redesigned the château's grounds, creating a new organization of the green spaces.
Which 18th-century elements remain inside?: The wrought-iron staircase, full-height wooden panelling and marble fireplaces are preserved in the principal rooms.