Château de Moncel

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Château de Moncel stands in Jarny (Meurthe-et-Moselle), in the Grand Est region of France. Its opening hours and prices have not been verified at the source yet.

In Jarny, in the Meurthe-et-Moselle department, the château de Moncel stands on a site first mentioned in the 12th century, though its present appearance dates from a 1905 enlargement that gave it the look of an 18th century residence. The 17 hectare park, designated a bird sanctuary, includes two ponds and a statue of the Virgin set in a former artificial grotto that once held recesses for the coffins of First World War soldiers. Having passed through the hands of noble families and later a mining company, the estate now belongs to the town of Jarny.

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What to know

• The estate is currently undergoing a major renovation programme of its façades and surroundings, begun in spring 2024 and expected to run over several years.
• The 17 hectare park can be visited freely, with its ponds, children's play areas and woodland paths.
• The Plein Air Rock music festival, held annually in the park since 1994, no longer takes place following its discontinuation after the pandemic.
• No opening hours or admission prices are given in the available information, so visitors should check directly with Jarny town hall.
• Wheelchair access and dedicated parking are not specified, though a new car park is planned as part of the ongoing works.

Practical information

Visit duration

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Wheelchair access

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Dogs

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Parking

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Where this château is

Jarny · Meurthe-et-Moselle · Grand Est

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Address

8 Rue Emile Bouchotte, 54800 Jarny

Directions open from wherever you are, by car or public transport.

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Château phone number

+33 3 82 33 14 54

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Heritage status

Protection status unknown

Mérimée record IA00035112

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Frequently asked

Can you visit the château de Moncel in Jarny?

The park can be visited freely, but the château itself has been undergoing renovation works since 2024.

Where is the château de Moncel located?

It is located in the town of Jarny, in the Meurthe-et-Moselle department, about 30 km from Metz and 45 km from Nancy.

What is the history of the château de Moncel?

First mentioned in the 12th century as a fortified castle, it was rebuilt in an 18th century style in 1905 and became the property of the town of Jarny in 1980.

Does the château de Moncel have a connection to the First World War?

Yes, it was requisitioned by German forces from 1914 to 1918 and used as a field hospital, receiving visits from figures such as Kaiser Wilhelm II.

Is the Plein Air Rock festival still held at the château de Moncel?

No, this festival, held in the park from 1994 to 2021, was permanently discontinued after the Covid-19 pandemic.

Sources

Identity, location and official references from Wikidata and the Mérimée register.

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• Wikidata Q57518600
• Mérimée IA00035112

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