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The domain

Discover the estate

A château fortified with towers, moats, guard house and parapet… all straight from the Middle Ages, houses a gracious residence,that melds Renaissance and flamboyant Gothic styles, built in the late 15th century by the Lord of Bigny.

The family has lived here since 1467. We see reminders of Colbert, Marie-Antoinette and Napoleon, and beautiful, majestic salons.

Dans le parc paysager aux arbres centenaires entourant le château du Moyen-Âge, les jardins d’eau de la Renaissance nous guident dans une véritable promenade dans l’art des jardins : la roseraie de roses anciennes face aux deux Pavillons, le Carré en l’île avec ses charmes taillés en palissade et les Chartreuses ayant dans chaque enclos un jardin à thème :
le mixed-border, le verger sculpté, le jardin de méditation, le cloître des simples et les parterres de broderies.

This unique location is known for theomnipresence of water. Used for defense, as when surrounding the Château, it is for enjoyment when it flows around the gardens to form the Grand Carré de l'île, due to a sensiblecanal system. It is useful when, through a series of weirs and spillways, it powers the mill and the wash-house.

History

Learn about the family history through the centuries for 18 generations!

The Château

Learn about the history of the Château since its construction!

Park & Gardens

Learn about the Park and Gardens of the Château, its rose garden, its chartreuse trees, ...

Practical information

Find here the essential information to prepare your visit

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