Château de Blancafort

Château de Blancafort, located in the Cher region of Berry, was built after 1475 and completed in the early 16th century for François de Boucard and Marguerite de Cugnac.

HistoryThe first mention of a lord of Blancafort dates back to 1064. Over the centuries, the estate passed through several noble families, notably the Boucard family, who built the current castle. It later came under the ownership of the Faucon, Angennes, and Duranti families.

During World War II, the castle was occupied by German forces, leading to the loss of many historical documents. It was classified as a historical monument in 1926. In 1963, the Baroness de Cramer restored the castle, adding a French garden. In 2017, it was put up for auction but remained unsold.

ArchitectureBuilt in brick, the castle originally featured black brick diamond patterns, dry moats, and a now-lost drawbridge. It was later modified in the 17th and 19th centuries, with additions such as a gallery and large windows in the Louis XIII style.

Address
Rue Pierre Juglar 18, Blancafort, France

Established
15th century