Can you visit the Château de Mons in Royan?

No, the building has housed a care home for elderly residents since 2015 and is not open to the public.

Why is the Château de Mons notable?

It is linked to Pierre Dugua de Mons, an explorer connected to the early history of New France, who owned the estate in the 16th century.

Was the château destroyed during the war?

It was partially destroyed in the 1945 bombings and later rebuilt by architect Marc Quentin.

How old is the current building?

Most of the present structure dates from a reconstruction carried out between 1737 and 1745 in a classical style.

Château de Mons

Mons Castle

Royan

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Where: Royan

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Château de Mons stands in Royan (Charente-Maritime), in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region of France. No visits are on record for this building.

The Château de Mons stands in the Saint-Pierre district of Royan, one of the few buildings predating the 19th century to have survived the 1945 bombings of the town. It recalls Pierre Dugua de Mons, an early figure of New France, who owned the estate in the 16th century before selling it to fund his expeditions. Rebuilt in a classical style during the 18th century by the builder Pierre Caumont, and restored after the war by architect Marc Quentin, it has carried a commemorative plaque since 1957.

Written from Château de Mons (Charente-Maritime)

What to know

Since 2015 the building has housed a nursing home for elderly dependent residents and is not open to visitors.
Only the surroundings and the facade can be seen from the public street.
A commemorative plaque placed in 1957 recalls the site's connection to Pierre Dugua de Mons.
Foundations of the former castle were uncovered during nearby construction work in the 1980s.

Where this château is

Royan · Charente-Maritime · Nouvelle-Aquitaine

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Royan, Charente-Maritime

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Can you visit the Château de Mons in Royan?: No, the building has housed a care home for elderly residents since 2015 and is not open to the public.
Why is the Château de Mons notable?: It is linked to Pierre Dugua de Mons, an explorer connected to the early history of New France, who owned the estate in the 16th century.
Was the château destroyed during the war?: It was partially destroyed in the 1945 bombings and later rebuilt by architect Marc Quentin.
How old is the current building?: Most of the present structure dates from a reconstruction carried out between 1737 and 1745 in a classical style.