When was the château du Bouchat built?

A fortress already existed on the site in 1375. The current structure, particularly the surviving wing, dates from the 15th century.

What remains of the original fortress?

The entrance block with its two towers and machicolations survive, along with a wing rebuilt later.

What ancient features are visible inside?

Four decorative fireplaces and traces of painted decoration adorn the château's rooms and chambers.

Château du Bouchat

Bouchat Castle

Laféline

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Where: Laféline

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Château du Bouchat stands in Laféline (Allier), in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of France. The building is registered as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 14th century, 15th century). The building is privately owned and no visits are on record.

The château du Bouchat, located in Laféline in the Allier region, dates back at least to the 14th century. From the original fortress, the entrance block flanked by two towers connected by machicolations remains, along with a wing rebuilt during the 15th century. The interior retains four decorative fireplaces and traces of painted decoration.

What to know

The building has been listed as a historic monument since 1965, excluding the North wing.
The château retains its characteristic defensive structure with towers and moats.
Only the ancient part of the building, comprising the towers and entrance block, is covered by the listing.

Where this château is

Laféline · Allier · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

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Address

Laféline, Allier

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Heritage status: Registered historic monument (inscrit); Mérimée record PA00093129
Period of construction: 14th century, 15th century

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Frequently asked

When was the château du Bouchat built?: A fortress already existed on the site in 1375. The current structure, particularly the surviving wing, dates from the 15th century.
What remains of the original fortress?: The entrance block with its two towers and machicolations survive, along with a wing rebuilt later.
What ancient features are visible inside?: Four decorative fireplaces and traces of painted decoration adorn the château's rooms and chambers.