Château - Wikipedia
A château (French pronunciation: [ʃɑto]; plural: châteaux) is a manor house, or palace, or residence of the lord of the manor, or a fine country house of nobility or gentry, with or without fortifications, originally, and still most frequently, in French-speaking regions.
List of châteaux in France - Wikipedia
This list of châteaux in France is arranged by region. The French word château (French pronunciation: [ʃɑto]; plural: châteaux) has a wider meaning than the English castle: it includes architectural entities that are properly called palaces, mansions or vineyards in English.
10 of the Most Magnificent Châteaux in France - Galerie
2018年6月25日 · Here, we round up ten of the most beautiful châteaux in the country. Château de Chambord. Photo: Creative Commons. Château de Chambord. In the 16th century, King Francis I commissioned architect Pierre Nepveu to build this 200,000-square-foot château —the largest in the Loire Valley—as his private hunting lodge.
44 Most Beautiful French Chateaus (Photos) - Home Stratosphere
2018年5月30日 · Below is our photo gallery featuring what I consider to be 44 of the most beautiful French chateaus. 1. Chateau de Chenonceau is a castle near the small village of Chenonceaux on the River Cher. Castle built between 1513 and 1517 by Thomas Bohier, Chamberlain for King Charles VIII of France.
13 of the Most Elaborate French Châteaux Ever Featured in AD
2017年3月16日 · French châteaux are some of the world’s most awe-inspiring examples of extravagant design. These historically significant residences, many of which once belonged to lords or...
26 French Châteaux You Have to Visit in 2023 - France Today
2023年6月19日 · Step back in time and immerse yourself in beautiful gardens and architecture: from the riverside beauties of the Loire Valley to the fairy tale castles of Alsace to the hilltop forts of the southwest, there are hundreds of châteaux available for visits across France, offering an intriguing glimpse into the life, culture and decadence before ...
15 must-see chateaux in France - Explore France
There are around 45,000 chateaux in France - something to please all tastes. Discover castles, explore royal vegetable gardens that have now become organic farming laboratories, and gardens reinvented as havens of biodiversity. Take a regal tour of France with these top 15 Chateau visits.
10 Best Chateaux in France: A Guide to French Chateaux
2024年11月14日 · Whether you’re marveling at the intricate gardens of Villandry, exploring the artistic treasures of Chantilly, or imagining Leonardo da Vinci’s final days at Amboise, each visit to a French chateau is an unforgettable experience.
Our Picks: 11 Must-Visit Châteaux in France - Ultimate Driving Tours
2023年9月5日 · Fluffy choux, fine Champagne and fabulous châteaux – where else could it be but the spiritual home of romance? Read on as we unearth some of the very best châteaux in France. If you enjoy soaking up culture, history, fine art and gorgeous gardens, then these beautiful French stately homes will make for must-do excursions during your next visit.
30 Beautiful Chateaux in France - The Geographical Cure
2022年4月23日 · Here’s my guide to the 30 most beautiful chateaux in France. France conjures up visions of fairytale castles, stately Renaissance architecture, and ribbons of verdant vineyards. This is where France is the Frenchest. Some of these glorious chateaux are right outside Paris, and make the perfect day trip from the City of Light.