When was the current château built?

The château dates from the second half of the 18th century and was designed according to architect Brousseaud's plans.

What architectural features characterize its facade?

The facade displays a central projection topped by a triangular pediment, windows with segmental lintels, dressed stone quoins marking the edges, and a cornice crowning the structure.

What can be seen in the interior?

The nearly square entrance is decorated with arcading and opens onto a staircase supported by square pillars. The first floor contains reception rooms with period fireplaces and wooden paneling, accessed by a long corridor.

Château de Thouron

Thouron Castle

Thouron

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Where: Thouron

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Château de Thouron stands in Thouron (Haute-Vienne), in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region of France. The building is registered as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 18th century). The building is privately owned and no visits are on record.

Thouron Castle stands on the site of an ancient 11th-century lordship. The building visible today was constructed in the second half of the 18th century after designs by architect Brousseaud. Its classical architecture is distinguished by the symmetrical composition of its facade, with a central projection crowned by a triangular pediment and careful stonework detailing.

What to know

The building has been listed as a historic monument since 1969, with protection covering its facades and roof.
The interiors retain period features including original fireplaces and wooden paneling on the first floor.
The castle sustained damage during World War II and bears witness to these historical events.

Where this château is

Thouron · Haute-Vienne · Nouvelle-Aquitaine

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Address

Thouron, Haute-Vienne

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Heritage status: Registered historic monument (inscrit); Mérimée record PA00100506
Period of construction: 18th century

Frequently asked

When was the current château built?: The château dates from the second half of the 18th century and was designed according to architect Brousseaud's plans.
What architectural features characterize its facade?: The facade displays a central projection topped by a triangular pediment, windows with segmental lintels, dressed stone quoins marking the edges, and a cornice crowning the structure.
What can be seen in the interior?: The nearly square entrance is decorated with arcading and opens onto a staircase supported by square pillars. The first floor contains reception rooms with period fireplaces and wooden paneling, accessed by a long corridor.