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A site dating back thousands of years6000 years of French history

Le Château de Montautre

The Château de Montautre 🏰 is a historic medieval site located in Fromental in the Haute-Vienne near the Creuse. This castle occupies a strategic position on the edge of a plateau. Come and explore this superb residence and why not spend the night in the castle! Guided tours of the site with the owner, escape games and bed and breakfast are all available on this magnificent site! This castle is one of the must-see sites in the Haute-Vienne!

History of the castle

The Montautre site is a veritable historical treasure trove, boasting an exceptional wealth of culture down the ages. Its proximity to running water and natural resources has undoubtedly played a key role in the attractiveness of the site, from the Neolithic period right up to the present day.

Gallo-Roman remains testify to the importance of the site in ancient times, when a temple dedicated to Mercury may have been a place of worship and trade 🏛️

The construction of the castle by the Mondin family after the Hundred Years’ War marked a turning point in the history of Montautre. Thanks to François Mondin de Montautre and his rise to the royal court, the castle became a privileged witness to courtesy and power relations during the Renaissance.

The preservation of the archives📚 since 1403 and the continuity of ownership by the same family until 2000 offer an invaluable wealth of information: lifestyles, traditions and the social developments of the lesser nobility in the Comté de la Marche.

A V.I.P. guided tour

Serge Lacaze, the owner of the house, recounts the life of the small nobility of the Comté de la Marche who lived there. Come and share this experience with your family or friends!

Guided tours by appointment only.

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Why is Montautre Castle a must-see?

Château de Montautre is a must-see first and foremost for its living character. Far from being a static monument, it is inhabited and brought to life by a passionate owner who is deeply committed to passing on his history, and who himself guides visitors through an authentic, hands-on experience.

This dynamic approach extends to a wide range of experiences: immersive tours, guest rooms in the heart of the estate and original activities such as an escape game set in the château. All of these initiatives turn a visit into a real experience, combining heritage, conviviality and entertainment.

Different experiences

Would you like to experience life in a castle? 2 possibilities:

Guest rooms at the château

Extend your visit with an unforgettable stay in one of the bedrooms.

The Chambre de la Comtesse⚜️,with its refined atmosphere and old-world charm, will plunge you into history, whiletheChambre de Monsieur le Curé will offer you a comfortable and soothing setting.

These rooms are located in the👑 logis seigneurial, where the French art of living takes on its full meaning.

For families, an “en suite” option allows you to book the adjoining room for the children, guaranteeing a peaceful night for all.

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An escape game at the château

Château de Montautre is offering a new activity for 2024: an escape game 🎲 entitled “Prisoners at Château de Montautre “.

Participants are taken prisoner as soon as they enter the castle’s Lower Courtyard and find themselves locked in the medieval stables.

This escape game 🔍 thus combines the appeal of a real historical site with the classic challenges of an escape game, offering a unique immersive experience in an authentic 15th-century setting.

👉 Must be booked in advance, on specific dates throughout the year.

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