Castles in Chambord

Charming Castles and Manors

This collection features a diverse array of architectural heritage in the Loir-et-Cher region, surrounding the grand estate of Chambord. It spans from 15th-century medieval foundations and Renaissance country houses to 19th-century residential chateaux. Highlights include the moated towers of Avaray, the 16th-century symmetry of Villesavin—often called the construction site of Chambord—and various private manors that illustrate the evolution of French noble architecture across five centuries.

Charming Castles and Manors — Map

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Château

15th and 16th-century Renaissance castle featuring a central pavilion and two wings overlooking the Loire River.

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Château de Villesavin

Château de Villesavin is a 16th-century country house in the Tour-en-Sologne commune in Loir-et-Cher, Centre-Val de Loire, France.

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Manoir du Vivier

15th-century manor house showcasing regional architectural styles of the late Middle Ages.

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Château d'Avaray

18th-century chateau built on the site of a medieval fortress, retaining four massive corner towers and a surrounding moat.

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Château des Grotteaux

17th-century residence built for a counselor of Louis XIV, featuring classic French architecture along the Cosson river.

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Château de Nanteuil

16th-century castle in Huisseau-sur-Cosson, representing the transition from defensive structures to residential estates.

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La Ravinière

Historic estate in Bracieux, characteristic of the Sologne region's manor houses.

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Les Ogonnières

Traditional manor house located in the commune of Tour-en-Sologne.

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Château de Montrion

19th-century residential castle located in the village of Cellettes.

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Château de la Sistière

18th-century country house and estate situated near the forest of Chambord.

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Château de Bousseuil

19th-century chateau in Cellettes, illustrating the neo-Renaissance styles popular in the Loire Valley.

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Château des Rochères

19th-century manor house located in Cellettes, part of the region's collection of historic private residences.

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Gue la Guette

Historic manor located in Neuvy, typical of the rural nobility estates in the Sologne area.

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Château de Marcheval

17th and 18th-century castle in Millançay, featuring traditional French classical design.

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Vaugoin

Private 19th-century estate located in the commune of Bauzy.

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Château de Beauharnais

19th-century castle associated with the Beauharnais family, located in the heart of the Sologne region.

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Château de Montrion

19th-century residential castle in Cellettes.

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Château de Bousseuil

19th-century chateau in Cellettes, reflecting neo-Renaissance architectural influences.

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Château d'Autroche

19th-century castle located in La Ferté-Beauharnais.

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