Can you visit the château de Montessus?

No, the owners do not offer any visits of the building.

Where is the château de Montessus located?

It stands in the commune of Changy, in Saône-et-Loire, on a hilltop above the Arconce valley.

How old is the château de Montessus?

Its oldest parts date from the 12th century, while most of the structure was built in the 14th and 15th centuries.

Is the château de Montessus protected as a historic monument?

The site and its land have been listed as a historic monument under a 2006 order.

Château de Montessus

Montessus Castle

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On a hilltop overlooking the Arconce valley at Changy, in Saône-et-Loire, stands the square keep of Montessus, flanked by four turrets and joined to an adjoining residential wing. Its oldest parts date back to the 12th century, while most of the current structure was built in the 14th and 15th centuries, with later alterations in the 17th. The building itself cannot be visited inside, but its silhouette remains visible from the surrounding land, kept as traditional grazing country.

Written from Donjon de Montessus

What to know

The château is not open for visits, neither inside nor by appointment.
The site sits on a hilltop above the Arconce valley, visible from surrounding paths.
The site and its surrounding land have been listed as a historic monument since 2006.
A local association looks after the upkeep of the site and its traditional grazing landscape.
No opening hours or fees are given, since the monument is closed to the public.

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Frequently asked

Can you visit the château de Montessus?: No, the owners do not offer any visits of the building.
Where is the château de Montessus located?: It stands in the commune of Changy, in Saône-et-Loire, on a hilltop above the Arconce valley.
How old is the château de Montessus?: Its oldest parts date from the 12th century, while most of the structure was built in the 14th and 15th centuries.
Is the château de Montessus protected as a historic monument?: The site and its land have been listed as a historic monument under a 2006 order.

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