Who built the Château des Granges-Cathus?

Louis Cathus, a close associate of lord Louis II de la Trémoille, laid its foundations in the 16th century. His son Jean Cathus continued its embellishment from 1525 onward.

When was the château restored?

Two major restorations in the 19th century: Léon Aude undertook work between 1850 and 1860, then the Count of Las Cases had the whole completed by architect Victor Clair in 1878.

What is protected as a historic monument?

The spiral staircase with its sculpted cage, the fireplaces in the drawing room and dining room, as well as the façades and roofs have been protected by listing or inscription since 1984.

Château des Granges-Cathus

Granges-Cathus Castle

Talmont-Saint-Hilaire

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Where: Talmont-Saint-Hilaire

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Château des Granges-Cathus stands in Talmont-Saint-Hilaire (Vendée), in the Pays de la Loire region of France. The building is listed as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 16th century, 19th century). The building is privately owned and no visits are on record.

Built in the 16th century by Louis Cathus, a close associate of Louis II de la Trémoille, this Talmont-Saint-Hilaire château underwent several phases of enhancement. Jean Cathus continued its embellishment from 1525 onward, while the 19th century saw major restorations: Léon Aude between 1850 and 1860, followed by the Count of Las Cases, who engaged architect Victor Clair in 1878 to complete the work. The château is distinguished by its ornately sculpted spiral staircase and by the fireplaces in the drawing room and dining room.

What to know

The château holds the status of a classified historic monument, protecting in particular its spiral staircase, fireplaces, and façades.
No information about opening hours, admission fees, or access conditions is available from official sources.
Contact the town hall of Talmont-Saint-Hilaire or consult local resources to learn about current visiting arrangements.

Where this château is

Talmont-Saint-Hilaire · Vendée · Pays de la Loire

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Address

919 Les Granges Cathus, 85440 Talmont-Saint-Hilaire

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Heritage status: Listed historic monument (classé); Mérimée record PA00110276
Period of construction: 16th century, 19th century

Frequently asked

Who built the Château des Granges-Cathus?: Louis Cathus, a close associate of lord Louis II de la Trémoille, laid its foundations in the 16th century. His son Jean Cathus continued its embellishment from 1525 onward.
When was the château restored?: Two major restorations in the 19th century: Léon Aude undertook work between 1850 and 1860, then the Count of Las Cases had the whole completed by architect Victor Clair in 1878.
What is protected as a historic monument?: The spiral staircase with its sculpted cage, the fireplaces in the drawing room and dining room, as well as the façades and roofs have been protected by listing or inscription since 1984.