This magnificent building combines aspects of a fortified medieval castle with a Renaissance stately home.
Lanquais consists of fortifications dating from the Middle Ages integrated with a partially completed Renaissance Palace built by italian craftsmen, who also worked on the Louvre in Paris ; it boasts beautiful sculpted stone chimneys dating from seventeenth century.
Lanquais has been classed as a national historic monument since july 1942 and its owned by the same family since 1732.
Text taken from Bergerac Tourist Office website.Image copyright Pays de Bergerac.
During the season they hold many special events within the chateau and its grounds which are well worth a visit. – Gitesearch team
