Since when has Montbras castle been a listed historic monument?

The initial listing dates from 1974, covering the facades, roofs, main courtyard and some painted ceilings; the interiors of the main building were added to the listing in 2012.

Can visitors see the inside of the château?

Some rooms, such as the painted cabinet, can be seen depending on the estate's own arrangements, which also include guesthouse accommodation.

Where is the château de Montbras located?

It stands in the Meuse department, in the commune of Montbras, between Domrémy-la-Pucelle and Vaucouleurs.

Is the château still under restoration?

Yes, restoration of the facades and roofs has been underway for several decades, without interrupting activity on the estate.

Château de Montbras

Montbras Castle

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Château de Montbras stands in Montbras (Meuse), in the Grand Est region of France. The building is listed as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 16th century, first half of the 17th century, first half of the 18th century). Its opening hours and prices have not been verified at the source yet.

Montbras castle stands in the Meuse department, between Domrémy-la-Pucelle and Vaucouleurs, built on a square plan with four bastioned corner towers surrounded by former dry moats. Erected in the early 17th century and later altered in the 18th century by new owners, it retains rooms with notable painted decoration, including the so called 'cabinet de Claude' with its sculpted stucco coffered ceiling. The chapel and one tower were given a 19th century troubadour style decor. Listed as a historic monument, the building has been under long term restoration for decades.

What to know

The château has been listed as a historic monument since 1974, with the interiors of the main building added to the listing in 2012.
Part of the estate operates as a guesthouse, which may limit access to certain interior spaces.
The site lies along the pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela, used by passing walkers.
Restoration work on the facades and roofs has been ongoing for several decades.
No verified information on opening hours, admission fees or accessibility is available for this listing.

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Where this château is

Montbras · Meuse · Grand Est

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Pl. du Château, 55140 Montbras

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Heritage status: Listed historic monument (classé); Mérimée record PA00106586
Period of construction: 16th century, first half of the 17th century, first half of the 18th century

Frequently asked

Since when has Montbras castle been a listed historic monument?: The initial listing dates from 1974, covering the facades, roofs, main courtyard and some painted ceilings; the interiors of the main building were added to the listing in 2012.
What architectural style is the château de Montbras?: It is an example of late Renaissance architecture, built in the early 17th century and later altered in the 18th century, with troubadour style additions in the 19th century.
Can visitors see the inside of the château?: Some rooms, such as the painted cabinet, can be seen depending on the estate's own arrangements, which also include guesthouse accommodation.
Where is the château de Montbras located?: It stands in the Meuse department, in the commune of Montbras, between Domrémy-la-Pucelle and Vaucouleurs.
Is the château still under restoration?: Yes, restoration of the facades and roofs has been underway for several decades, without interrupting activity on the estate.