Château du Bourg-Saint-Léonard, Le Bourg-Saint-Léonard, France

Château du Bourg-Saint-Léonard is a sumptuous building from the end of the 18th century, surrounded by stables, an orangery and a 400 ha park. The interior is decorated with beautiful furniture, Aubusson tapestries, woodwork from the 18th century and restored stairwell.

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Gloria “Glopy” DAWODU (8 months ago)
You cannot visit the castle but on the other hand the walks in the forest and in the park of the castle are very nice, it is maintained, there are toilets at the entrance and a beautiful lake.

Sébastien CORROYEZ (8 months ago)
Very warm welcome, enriching visit with a guide who perfectly masters her subject, rich in information and anecdotes. We highly recommend a break with a nice walk around the castle.

Francoise Pittet (8 months ago)
Wonderful visit with Joëlle whom we thank! We have traveled through the ages since the construction of the castle and we could have imagined ourselves there, it was so well told. Very beautiful site, magnificent decoration and furniture and abundant anecdotes... Essential for those curious about history...and those who are not yet...

Evelyne “Talhouet” BV (2 years ago)
Lots to discover, all the rooms on the ground floor, fully furnished and decorated in the 18th century. A very interesting guided tour. The Park is accessible free of charge, with ponds and a forest

Geraldine Dalbepierre (2 years ago)
Very pretty place. The visit of the castle and its story told form a beautiful parenthesis.

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