The Top 20 Castles in Essonne
A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 20
beautiful castles to choose from in Essonne. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from in Essonne. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: October 15, 2025
The Château de Dourdan is an old fortified castle dating from the 13th century. The remains stand in the former province of Hurepoix, the current town of Dourdan in the …
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The Château de Nainville-les-Roches made the headlines in the national media at the beginning of 2009 when the State sold it to an individual who planned to build a hotel …
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Nice little village to see
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In 1912, Édouard Noetzlin, chairman of the board of directors of the Bank of Paris and the Netherlands, became the new owner of the estate.
Following the Second World War, …
Following the Second World War, …
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This is the Château du Mesnil-Voisin
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In 1912, Édouard Noetzlin, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Banque de Paris et des Pays-Bas, became the new owner of the estate.
In the aftermath of World War …
In the aftermath of World War …
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Located less than an hour from Paris, in the heart of the Gâtinais, the Domaine de Courances covers 75 hectares, surrounded by water, trees and the sky. Everything is to …
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14th century castle. Now a manor, it is listed in the inventory of historic monuments.
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Superb castle and large park open to the public, ideal for taking a break for lunch on the lawn.
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Beautiful views of the park from the hiking path that goes around it. The sheep grazing with the Ulis towers in the background give the place a special landscape atmosphere. …
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