Qui est propriétaire du château de Valençay ?
Celles-ci évoquent le souvenir et le cadre de vie de Charles-Maurice de Talleyrand-Périgord et de ses successeurs, qui demeurèrent en possession du château jusqu’en 1979. Depuis 2005, il est la propriété d’un syndicat mixte associant le Département de l’Indre et la Ville de Valençay.
Where is the Chateau de Valençay located?
- Château de Valençay is a chateau in the commune of Valençay, in the Indre département of France. It was a residence of the d’Estampes and Talleyrand-Périgord families. Although it is part of the province of Berry, its architecture invites comparison with the Renaissance châteaux of the Loire Valley, notably the Château de Chambord.
How far in advance should I book Chateau de Valencay tours?
- We recommend booking Chateau de Valencay tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 3 Chateau de Valencay tours on Tripadvisor
When was the first castle built in Valençay?
- In 1220, the then-lord of Valençay, Gauthier, was reported to have built a feudal castle or house on the site, but it is unclear if this was an addition or an extension to the earlier tower. There are remains of the original structure buried under the courtyard.
What did Talleyrand do in Valençay?
- The period of Talleyrand’s occupancy was the golden age in the history of Valençay, with twenty-three communes reportedly administrated by the ruling prince. Undoubtedly the most celebrated of Talleyrand’s servants employed at Valençay was his chef, Marie-Antoine Carême.
