Château de Villers-Châtel

Villers-Châtel, France

Château de Villers-Châtel, built in the 14th century, belonged to the lord of Gournai during the siege of Arras in 1414. The family Habarcq owned the castle until the middle of the 17th century. After several owners, Nicolas Mazel Leval bought the chateau in 1747 and restored it. During the World War I, the castle was converted into a field hospital.

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Address

Rue Emile Delaire 92, Villers-Châtel, France

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Details

Founded: 14th century
Category: Castles and fortifications in France
Historical period: Valois Dynasty and Hundred Year's War (France)

Rating

4.2/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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Palais des Beaux Arts (43,7 km)
Lille Cathedral (44,4 km)
Louvre-Lens Museum (16,4 km)
Arras Citadel (16 km)
Canadian National Vimy Memorial (13 km)

User Reviews

Gabriel (2 years ago)
Thank you for welcoming Scouts for so long and for sharing the history of the estate and your family with them!

Helene Valette (2 years ago)
Very beautiful journey through time in this magnificent castle. Very friendly hosts We strongly recommend

mylene dominiczak (3 years ago)
Superb sound and light show prepared and done by volunteers in a beautiful setting. To see absolutely

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