The private Cénevières Castle in the Lot Valley

Located in the Midi-Pyrénées region (Lot department), next to Saint-Cirq-Lapopie, one of the most beautiful villages in France, the Cénevières castle overlooks the Lot Valley (above 90m)! This private castle was built between the thirteenth and sixteenth century...

Life at Salvert Castle… after a fire – Interview!

Salvert Castle is located in the Loire Valley. This castle has been partially destroyed by a fire in March 2016. Interview of its owners, Michel and Monica Le Pelletier de Glatigny. What is the link between your family and Salvert Castle? Salvert Castle is a private...

The revival of a masterchief: Vaux castle – interview of the owner

Near Troyes, a masterpiece of the eighteenth century is being revived thanks to the boundless energy and passion of its young owner. We had the pleasure to meet him and to visit the castle of Vaux! At 3 hours from Luxembourg, 2 hours from Paris, 30 minutes from...

What does the “Castle life” look like at la Mazure Castle? Interview of the owner

Hello Thibault, could you introduce yourself in a few words ? My name is Thibault le Marié. I take over the Château de la Mazure located in Mayenne (France). Landscaper by training, I am now the director of a training organization. It is this activity that allows us...

What does the “Castle life” look like at Gardères Castle? Interview of the owner

Acquired by Mr. David Alexandre Liagre in 2000, Gardères castle was a ruin. During these last years, the castle owner has restored the interior of the castle, he has decorated it in the pure 18th century style and has arranged the French style landscaped gardens which...

What are the new castles openings in 2016? Part 2

Here is the second part of our selection regarding castles that are newly opened to the public (or new rooms of castles). Discover the first part of our selection here. Gaillard Amboise Castle (Indre-et-Loire, France) Residence of several kings of France, first area...