Manoir du Catel

Écretteville-lès-Baons, France

Manoir du Catel was built between 1267-1270 by Richard Treigots, the abbot of Fécamp Abbey. It is one of the oldest and best-preserved Norman style fortified manor houses. It consists of towers in four corners, fortified gatehouse and moat.

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Manoir du Catel

Address

Rue du Manoir du Catel, Écretteville-lès-Baons, France

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Details

Founded: 1267-1270
Category: Castles and fortifications in France
Historical period: Late Capetians (France)

More Information

www.manoirducatel.com

Rating

4.5/5 (based on Google user reviews)

User Reviews

Sylvie BRIERE (2 years ago)
Very great discovery, discreet and withdrawn this mansion has quite a story! His visit is essential. The welcome of its owner is a page in the history of France concentrated in the passion of its story

Simone Lelièvre (2 years ago)
Charming guide ? Colossal restoration work on this magnificent Cauchois mansion. To visit absolutely.

patricia denise (2 years ago)
Very beautiful to visit with an owner whose words we swallow when he tells the story of the manor with his passion, will return there with the family not to be missed in the region

Nicole LIBER (2 years ago)
I LOVE IT!!! When I grow up I will get married there ?. Very beautiful vestige of Norman buildings.

Nicole LIBER (2 years ago)
I looooorrre. When I grow up I will marry him there. Very beautiful remnant of a Norman building

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