What is the origin of Château Marcel?

It was originally a fortified farmhouse used for agricultural purposes, dating back to the 16th century.

Which families owned the château?

It belonged to the De Digoine family in the late 17th century, then to François Plantier, to the Montherot family who restored it in 1759, and finally to Mr. de Saint-Innocent from 1786.

What is the chapel on the estate?

A chapel was built on the estate in 1839, following the succession of owners.

Castle Marcel

Saint-Jean-de-Niost

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Where: Saint-Jean-de-Niost

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Château Marcel stands in Saint-Jean-de-Niost (Ain), in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of France. No visits are on record for this building.

Château Marcel stands on the route de Port-Galland, in the commune of Saint-Jean-de-Niost in the Ain department. Originally a fortified farmhouse tied to agricultural use from the 16th century, it passed through several owners before a chapel was built on the estate in 1839. Its history is marked by the succession of families who owned and restored it over time.

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Where this château is

Saint-Jean-de-Niost · Ain · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

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01800 Saint-Jean-de-Niost

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Frequently asked

Where is Château Marcel located?: It stands on the route de Port-Galland, in the commune of Saint-Jean-de-Niost, in the Ain department.
What is the origin of Château Marcel?: It was originally a fortified farmhouse used for agricultural purposes, dating back to the 16th century.
Which families owned the château?: It belonged to the De Digoine family in the late 17th century, then to François Plantier, to the Montherot family who restored it in 1759, and finally to Mr. de Saint-Innocent from 1786.
What is the chapel on the estate?: A chapel was built on the estate in 1839, following the succession of owners.