Château de Thenissey

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Château de Thenissey stands in Thenissey (Côte-d'Or), in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region of France. The building is registered as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 18th century). Its opening hours and prices have not been verified at the source yet.

The Château de Thenissey stands in the Côte-d'Or department, about forty kilometres northwest of Dijon, within a large estate of woodland and meadows. The building combines a 15th century section with an 18th century wing, surrounded by a moat and parkland. Today the property functions as a private domain devoted to outdoor activities and events rather than as a traditional heritage visit.

What to know

• The château belongs to a private 350-hectare estate of forests and meadows.
• The building combines 15th century elements with an 18th century wing.
• The site is surrounded by a moat and parkland.
• The château has been listed as a historic monument since 1944.
• The estate is mainly used for events and outdoor activities rather than traditional heritage visits.

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

Thenissey · Côte-d'Or · Bourgogne-Franche-Comté

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Address

Rue du Château, 21150 Thenissey

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

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Château phone number

+33 3 80 35 85 55

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Heritage status

Registered historic monument (inscrit)

Mérimée record PA00112693

Period of construction

18th century

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Frequently asked

Can you visit the Château de Thenissey?

The estate is mainly devoted to events and outdoor activities and does not offer a traditional heritage tour.

How old is the Château de Thenissey?

The complex includes a 15th century part and an 18th century wing.

Is the Château de Thenissey a protected monument?

It has been listed as a historic monument by decree of 12 June 1944.

Where is the Château de Thenissey located?

It lies in the Côte-d'Or department, about 40 kilometres northwest of Dijon.

Sources

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

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• Wikidata Q22965017
• Mérimée PA00112693
• Official website

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