When was Château du Bordage built ?

The castle dates to the 14th century. It underwent its most significant modifications in the late 18th century, particularly the demolition of the keep and the east and south fortifications.

Who was Paul Sébillot ?

Paul Sébillot (1843-1918) was a folklorist who lived at Château du Bordage in the 19th century.

What remains of the original defensive system ?

The Tower of Dogs and the Tower of the East survive, along with sections of curtain walls and the fortified enclosure. These elements retain traces of the medieval defensive structure, though the keep and several fortifications have disappeared.

Château du Bordage

Bordage Castle

Ercé-près-Liffré

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Where: Ercé-près-Liffré

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Château du Bordage stands in Ercé-près-Liffré (Ille-et-Vilaine), in the Bretagne region of France. The building is registered as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 14th century). The building is privately owned and no visits are on record.

Built in the 14th century, Château du Bordage is a fortress of which the Tower of Dogs and the Tower of the East remain. Originally designed as a fortified square flanked by corner towers and curtain walls, it retains traces of its medieval defensive system. The site underwent major transformations in the late 18th century, particularly the demolition of the keep and sections of the enclosure. The castle was the residence of folklorist Paul Sébillot in the 19th century.

What to know

The Tower of Dogs features a vaulted lower chamber with fireplaces, testifying to medieval building techniques.
The moats that once surrounded the fortress were filled in during the late 18th century transformations.
The castle has been listed as a historical monument since 2020, which includes the main house, the two towers, the gateway and the preserved curtain walls.

Where this château is

Ercé-près-Liffré · Ille-et-Vilaine · Bretagne

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35340 Ercé-près-Liffré

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Heritage status: Registered historic monument (inscrit); Mérimée record PA35000042
Period of construction: 14th century

Frequently asked

When was Château du Bordage built ?: The castle dates to the 14th century. It underwent its most significant modifications in the late 18th century, particularly the demolition of the keep and the east and south fortifications.
Who was Paul Sébillot ?: Paul Sébillot (1843-1918) was a folklorist who lived at Château du Bordage in the 19th century.
What remains of the original defensive system ?: The Tower of Dogs and the Tower of the East survive, along with sections of curtain walls and the fortified enclosure. These elements retain traces of the medieval defensive structure, though the keep and several fortifications have disappeared.