When was Breuil Castle built?

The current structure dates from the 17th century following a complete rebuild. It was listed as a historic monument in 2004.

What defines the castle's layout?

The building is arranged around an enclosed courtyard, with a central residence block flanked by two wings at right angles, surrounded by service buildings.

What happened to the original corner towers?

One of the round towers that originally anchored the corners was lost in the 19th century when a new wing was added to the west.

Château du Breuil

Breuil Castle

Vernon

Access

No visits on recordNo opening hours or ticketing found

Where: Vernon

To make a day of it

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Château du Breuil stands in Vernon (Vienne), in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region of France. The building is registered as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 17th century). The building is privately owned and no visits are on record.

Breuil Castle in Vernon dates from the 17th century and is built around an enclosed courtyard. Its structure follows a squared-off plan with a main block flanked by two wings. The interior courtyard, rectangular in shape, is bordered by outbuildings. The 18th-century alterations resulted in the loss of one of the round towers that once anchored the corners. A room survives with wood paintings depicting allegorical scenes, rural landscapes, and classical ruins.

What to know

The site has been listed as a historic monument since 2004, protecting the main house, outbuildings, and associated land.
Access arrangements are not documented; contact Vernon's town hall before planning a visit.
The interior room with wooden wall paintings is a key feature, though visiting arrangements are not confirmed.

Where this château is

Vernon · Vienne · Nouvelle-Aquitaine

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Address

Vernon, Vienne

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Heritage status: Registered historic monument (inscrit); Mérimée record PA00105765
Period of construction: 17th century

Frequently asked

When was Breuil Castle built?: The current structure dates from the 17th century following a complete rebuild. It was listed as a historic monument in 2004.
What defines the castle's layout?: The building is arranged around an enclosed courtyard, with a central residence block flanked by two wings at right angles, surrounded by service buildings.
What happened to the original corner towers?: One of the round towers that originally anchored the corners was lost in the 19th century when a new wing was added to the west.