When was Rochemaux Castle built?

The present structure dates from the 17th century and was constructed over the remains of a medieval feudal castle. Significant alterations occurred in the 18th century, including the removal of one pavilion and modifications to the openings.

What defines the castle's current architectural style?

The building features a rectangular main block and one surviving square pavilion. Dormer windows display varied forms with carved brackets, while the off-centre entrance reflects the 18th-century remodelling.

Is the interior open to visitors?

No information is available regarding visiting conditions for the interior, which contains basement rooms and period fireplaces.

Château de Rochemaux

Rochemaux Castle

Charroux

Access

No visits on recordNo opening hours or ticketing found

Where: Charroux

To make a day of it

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Château de Rochemaux stands in Charroux (Vienne), in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region of France. The building is registered as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 15th century, 17th century). The building is privately owned and no visits are on record.

Rochemaux Castle, located in Charroux in Vienne, stands on the site of a medieval fortress that was rebuilt during the 17th century. Two structures remain from that period: a rectangular main building and a square corner pavilion, flanked by traces of wings that once enclosed a courtyard. Early 18th-century modifications, including the removal of one pavilion, shaped the castle's current form, which is characterised by sculptured dormer windows and an off-centre entrance.

What to know

The castle's facades and roof have been listed as a historical monument since 1982.
The building contains several basement rooms with medieval fireplaces and 17th-century chimneys on the upper floors, though visitor access to these spaces is not documented.
No information is available regarding opening hours, admission fees, or accessibility.

Where this château is

Charroux · Vienne · Nouvelle-Aquitaine

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Address

Charroux, Vienne

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Heritage status: Registered historic monument (inscrit); Mérimée record PA00105384
Period of construction: 15th century, 17th century

Frequently asked

When was Rochemaux Castle built?: The present structure dates from the 17th century and was constructed over the remains of a medieval feudal castle. Significant alterations occurred in the 18th century, including the removal of one pavilion and modifications to the openings.
What defines the castle's current architectural style?: The building features a rectangular main block and one surviving square pavilion. Dormer windows display varied forms with carved brackets, while the off-centre entrance reflects the 18th-century remodelling.
Is the interior open to visitors?: No information is available regarding visiting conditions for the interior, which contains basement rooms and period fireplaces.