When was the manoir built?

The manoir was built from the 14th century. Significant extensions and interior improvements were added in the 15th and 16th centuries, particularly during the Renaissance.

What is the Renaissance gallery in the manoir?

It is an exceptional 16th-century architectural element preserved in the manoir and listed as a historical monument. This structure is a rarity for the Orne department.

Can the manoir be visited?

The manoir is listed as a historical monument. Access and visit conditions should be verified with the owner or the town hall of Saint-Germain-de-la-Coudre.

Manoir de la Fresnaye

Saint-Germain-de-la-Coudre

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Where: Saint-Germain-de-la-Coudre

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Manoir de la Fresnaye stands in Saint-Germain-de-la-Coudre (Orne), in the Normandie region of France. The building is listed as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 14th century, 15th century, 16th century, 19th century). The building is privately owned and no visits are on record.

The Manoir de la Fresnaye, located in Saint-Germain-de-la-Coudre in Orne, bears witness to six centuries of Norman architecture. Built from the 14th century onwards, it received elements of distinction during the 15th and 16th centuries that make it a rare example of an evolving seigneurial residence. Its interior notably houses a Renaissance gallery, an exceptional architectural composition for the department.

What to know

The manoir and its estate have had complete protection as historical monuments since 2015: the building, outbuildings, hydraulic installations and grounds are listed or registered.
The building preserves the major elements of its history: a 14th-century corner tower, a 15th-century residential tower, and 16th-century Renaissance elements including the gallery and three fireplaces.
Visit conditions and access hours are not directly available: advance contact is recommended.

Where this château is

Saint-Germain-de-la-Coudre · Orne · Normandie

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Address

61130 Saint-Germain-de-la-Coudre

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Heritage status: Listed historic monument (classé); Mérimée record PA00110922
Period of construction: 14th century, 15th century, 16th century, 19th century

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Normandy castles in 2 days from Caen

Frequently asked

When was the manoir built?: The manoir was built from the 14th century. Significant extensions and interior improvements were added in the 15th and 16th centuries, particularly during the Renaissance.
What is the Renaissance gallery in the manoir?: It is an exceptional 16th-century architectural element preserved in the manoir and listed as a historical monument. This structure is a rarity for the Orne department.
Can the manoir be visited?: The manoir is listed as a historical monument. Access and visit conditions should be verified with the owner or the town hall of Saint-Germain-de-la-Coudre.