How old is the Manoir de la Poissonnière?

The current building dates from the 15th century, although the site is mentioned as early as the 13th century.

Is the Manoir de la Poissonnière a listed historic monument?

Yes, it has been listed as a historic monument by decree of 9 November 1977.

What can be seen at the Manoir de la Poissonnière?

Visitors can see a seigneurial residence with its adjoining chapel, as well as remains of former outbuildings, all surrounded by moats across two platforms.

Which family owned the Manoir de la Poissonnière?

The Moreau family owned it for nearly four centuries, starting with a marriage in 1393 with Jeanne Cordeau.

Manoir de la Poissonnière

Saint-Ouen-en-Belin

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Where: Saint-Ouen-en-Belin

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Manoir de la Poissonnière stands in Saint-Ouen-en-Belin (Sarthe), in the Pays de la Loire region of France. The building is listed as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: 15th century). The building is privately owned and no visits are on record.

In Saint-Ouen-en-Belin, in the Sarthe department, this 15th century manor retains its defensive layout of two platforms surrounded by moats. The first holds the seigneurial residence and its adjoining chapel, while the second once housed outbuildings, a tower and a dovecote. The site, recorded as early as the 13th century under the name Poissonneria, stayed in the hands of the same family for nearly four centuries following a marriage at the end of the 14th century.

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What to know

The monument has been protected as a historic monument since a 1977 listing.
No verified information is available regarding opening hours, prices or access conditions, so checking in advance is recommended.
The building consists of two moat surrounded platforms, one bearing the residence and its chapel, the other the former outbuildings.

Where this château is

Saint-Ouen-en-Belin · Sarthe · Pays de la Loire

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La Poissonnière, 72220 Saint-Ouen-en-Belin

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Heritage status: Listed historic monument (classé); Mérimée record PA00109952
Period of construction: 15th century

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How old is the Manoir de la Poissonnière?: The current building dates from the 15th century, although the site is mentioned as early as the 13th century.
Is the Manoir de la Poissonnière a listed historic monument?: Yes, it has been listed as a historic monument by decree of 9 November 1977.
What can be seen at the Manoir de la Poissonnière?: Visitors can see a seigneurial residence with its adjoining chapel, as well as remains of former outbuildings, all surrounded by moats across two platforms.
Which family owned the Manoir de la Poissonnière?: The Moreau family owned it for nearly four centuries, starting with a marriage in 1393 with Jeanne Cordeau.