In this 3rd instalment of the Chateaux de la Loire Valley we explore the other chateaux. Not those which belonged to Royaly or Nobility. Are you enjoying these chateaux? As for myself, for now, I’m quite liking the chateaux of the nobility best.
Château Argy
Built during the 15th and 16th centuries
Château Azay-le-Ferron
The castle was built in the 15th century the manor in the 17th.
Château de Baugé
Built from the 11th century to second half of 14th century
Château Beaugency
14th century
Château Boisgibault
Built in 1680
Successive owners continued to enlarge and build a castle
Château Boumois
Built at the end of the 15th century by the Baron René de Thory
Château Briare
Château Candé
Lord Macé de Larçay started construction in 1499
Château de Chamerolles
Between 1500 and 1530 Lancelot 1st Du Lac undertakes the transformation
Château Châteauneuf-sur-Loire
Château de Chémery
Its first incarnation was built in the 13th century. Over time many transformations have occured.
Château de Chissay
Built for Pierre Bérard, chancellor of France during the 13th century
Château de Courtalain
The first mention of its name dates back to the 10th century.
Château de Fougères-sur-Bièvre
The original structure was built in the 11th century. Mostly rebuilt in the 15th century.
Château de Gaillaird
1496
Château de Gien
Built for Anne of France during the 15th century.
Château de Gizeuz
Dating back to the Middle Ages with many alterations, particularly during the Renaissance and the Age of Enlightenment.
