The Chateau
18th Century Grandeur
Our luxury French chateau is perfect for weddings and five-star B&B
Built in 1854 by one of the most eminent families of France (La Rochefoucauld) Chateau Challain is an exceptional example of net-gothic romanticism. A labour of love finished by Madame Rochefoucauld after the tragic death of her husband, the chateau offers everything you could possibly imagine from a structure of its’ grandeur.
We invite you to explore the chateau and its grounds…
Chateau Challain Gallery
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Weddings and Five Star B&B
Voted one of the top 10 destination weddings / wedding venues in France.
✓ Neo-Gothic Jewel of Anjou
✓ Completed in 1854
✓ 7,600 square meters
✓ 4 towers
✓ 12 turrets
✓ 26 spiral staircases
✓ 52 fireplaces
✓ Kitchens
✓ Spa
✓ Free wi-fi
✓ Free parking
✓ 90 minutes from Paris by TGV
✓ Kids and pets welcome
✓ Owned by the Nicholson family
The price for each room is listed on their individual pages. Price is for bed and breakfast for each room. The Chateau Rooms are included in all wedding packages.
Chateau Challain's history is steeped in romance
The earliest recorded chateau on our site dates all the way back to the medieval age in 1050, in a time of knights and chivalry. But our story truly starts with Louise-Ida de La Potherie, an exceptional woman that lived through some of France’s most turbulent times. The chateau was designed to commemorate the passing of time. Its 4 towers represent the seasons, 12 turrets represent the lunar months, 26 spiral staircases represent the fortnights per year, 52 fireplaces represent the weeks of the year, and 365 windows represent each passing day. It covers an area of 7,600 square meters (nearly 82,000 square feet).
Chateau Challain Floor Plans
