Can you visit the Montagnieu fortified house?

It is occupied by a religious community that uses it as a spiritual retreat, which limits conventional tourist access.

How old is the Montagnieu fortified house?

It dates back to the 14th century.

Is the Montagnieu fortified house a protected monument?

Yes, part of it is listed as a historic monument.

Where is the Montagnieu fortified house located?

It stands in the commune of Soleymieu, in the Isère department.

Maison forte de Montagnieu

Soleymieu

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Where: Soleymieu

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Maison forte de Montagnieu stands in Soleymieu (Isère), 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.

Set on a hillside in Soleymieu, in the Isère department, the Montagnieu fortified house dates back to the 14th century. Originally built as a fortified residence, it now belongs to the Chemin Neuf Community, which runs it as a spiritual retreat house. Part of the building is listed as a historic monument.

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What to know

The building is used by a religious community and is not a conventional visitor attraction.
Only part of the structure carries historic monument protection.
No reliable information is available regarding opening times, fees or visiting conditions.
The house stands on a hillside, so reaching it involves a slope.

Where this château is

Soleymieu · Isère · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

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Address

2 Chem. de la Maison Forte, 38460 Soleymieu

Directions open from wherever you are, by car or public transport.

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Château phone number

+33 4 74 92 81 97

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Heritage status: Registered historic monument (inscrit); Mérimée record PA00117289
Period of construction: 14th century, 15th century

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Can you visit the Montagnieu fortified house?: It is occupied by a religious community that uses it as a spiritual retreat, which limits conventional tourist access.
How old is the Montagnieu fortified house?: It dates back to the 14th century.
Is the Montagnieu fortified house a protected monument?: Yes, part of it is listed as a historic monument.
Where is the Montagnieu fortified house located?: It stands in the commune of Soleymieu, in the Isère department.