Who built Château-Vieux?

Gaspard de Forbin began the château around 1563; his son Melchior transformed it between 1579 and 1587 in the Renaissance style.

Why is the château called Reine-Laure?

The origin of this nickname is not documented in available historical sources.

Can the château be visited?

The château is listed as a historical monument, but visiting terms are not known; it is recommended to contact Villelaure's town hall.

Château-Vieux, dit aussi Château de la Reine-Laure (également sur commune de Pertuis)

Villelaure

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Where: Villelaure

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Château-Vieux, dit aussi Château de la Reine-Laure (également sur commune de Pertuis) stands in Villelaure (Vaucluse), in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region of France. The building is listed as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: second half of the 16th century). The building is privately owned and no visits are on record.

Château-Vieux, also known as Château de la Reine-Laure, is a Renaissance residence begun in 1563 by Gaspard de Forbin and remodeled by his son Melchior between 1579 and 1587. Built according to Classical Renaissance principles, it stands out for its monumental entrance that contrasts with the restraint of the rest of the façade. The château is organized around a central courtyard, flanked at the corners by semi-circular towers, while a gallery with rustication structures the southern wings and frames the main portal.

What to know

The château dates from the second half of the 16th century and was partially destroyed in 1590 during the Wars of Religion.
The building and its dovecot, located partly on the neighbouring commune of Pertuis, are listed as historical monuments.
Access to the château and visiting conditions are not documented: contact the town hall before visiting.

Where this château is

Villelaure · Vaucluse · Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

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Villelaure, Vaucluse

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Heritage status: Listed historic monument (classé); Mérimée record PA00082209
Period of construction: second half of the 16th century

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Who built Château-Vieux?: Gaspard de Forbin began the château around 1563; his son Melchior transformed it between 1579 and 1587 in the Renaissance style.
Why is the château called Reine-Laure?: The origin of this nickname is not documented in available historical sources.
Can the château be visited?: The château is listed as a historical monument, but visiting terms are not known; it is recommended to contact Villelaure's town hall.