In the heart of Champagne, discover this 17th-century jewel, listed as a Historical Monument, surrounded by moats, gardens in the French style designed by Le Notre, and private forests covering 17 hectares. Over 1,500 m² of living space: grand salons, a majestic staircase, 20 bedrooms, a gîte, independent housing, a heated pool, and reception areas. A unique place, steeped in history and charm, just 1.5 hours from Paris.

Only a few kilometers from Châlons-en-Champagne, in the Marne department, this magnificent castle proudly stands within the Champagne-Ardenne region, world-renowned for its most prestigious wine: champagne.

Situated in a typical small village of the region, the estate is in immediate proximity to the village church. All everyday shops and services are just 2 km away, while the train station connecting to Paris is only 17 km away.

A castle rich in history

Built in the 17th and 18th centuries on the site of an ancient seigniorial house mentioned as early as 1264, this pleasure castle is a testimony to over eight centuries of history.

It was purchased and fully restored. The façades were modernized, two wings were added at right angles, and the gardens were redesigned, featuring elegant flower beds, bridges, water mirrors, and refined sculptures.

In 1791, the estate entered by marriage into the family of the Counts Dubois de Riocour, who remained its owners for more than two centuries. In 1856, they added a second floor and installed a splendid central staircase with double revolution, a masterpiece in wood and wrought iron.

The castle has been listed in the Supplementary Inventory of Historical Monuments since June 1992, in recognition of its exceptional architectural and historical interest.

Architecture and composition

Constructed of chalk stone and topped with a slate roof of violet Irish slate, the castle rises at the center of a large rectangular platform surrounded by moats. It is accessed via a walkway spanning the waters, adorned with a monumental honor grille.

The main body, oriented east-west, benefits from optimal sunlight: gardens to the east, the honor courtyard to the west. The architectural ensemble presents a harmonious composition: • a central body flanked by two wings at right angles, • two lower symmetrical wings, • and two square pavilions (former dovecotes) framing the courtyard.

The varied roofs, eight ridge caps, and balanced proportions give the whole a charm of rare elegance. A northern extension slightly disrupts the symmetry and houses a covered and heated swimming pool (4 m × 10 m).

The total area of the castle and its extension exceeds 1,500 m², plus 210 m² of accessible attics and 128 m² of inaccessible attics.

Interior distribution

Ground floor – 590 m² • A majestic crossing entrance adorned with a double revolution staircase. • Six richly decorated salons with period woodwork and flooring (Versailles, Hungarian point, broken baton, mosaic). • Refined details: bronze hardware, family coat of arms (a crown with nine balls). • Large equipped kitchen, 4 toilets (including 2 accessible for people with reduced mobility), ante-rooms, and storage rooms.

First floor – 600 m² • A bright landing serving 8 bedrooms, each with a bathroom or shower room. • Two additional staircases connect the three levels.

Second floor • 9 bedrooms, including 2 with private shower rooms, • 3 spacious shared shower rooms.

Dependencies and annexes • Northern extension: • Private accommodation including 4 bedrooms, equipped kitchen, 2 offices, bathroom, 2 toilets, and laundry. • Independent seminar space with 2 training rooms and a break room. • Large garage. • Northern dovecote (130 m²): complete gîte with living room/kitchen, 2 bedrooms, and 2 shower rooms with toilets. • Southern dovecote (130 m²): unfinished, high potential for a second gîte.

Park and exteriors

The estate spans 17 hectares, blending an honor courtyard, moats, French gardens inspired by Le Nôtre, and woods crossed by picturesque paths. The decorative water features reflect the castle's façades and contribute to its romantic atmosphere.

A private parking lot completes the ensemble, along with a large parking area spread over four plots, accommodating more than 350 vehicles — ideal for receptions, weddings, or seminars.

Protection

Listed under Historical Monuments (order of 06/1990): • Façades and roofs of the castle, • Low wings and entrance pavilions, • 18th-century grilles, pillars, moats, and bridges.

Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website: "www.georisques.gouv.fr".

This description has been automatically translated from French.

CastleChalons-en-champagne (51)
Price :
$3,147,600
($2,051 / m²)
Surface1,535 m²bedrooms22

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