Château de l'Oisellerie

The Château de l'Oisellerie is situated on Allée de l'Oisellerie in Breuty, France.

History

• L'Oisellerie was a fief belonging to the abbey of la Couronne and later could have been the falconry. After the Hundred Years' War, the farm was rented to wealthy burghers, who had to perform homage to the abbot.
• The castle was built at the end of the 15th century when it was in the hands of Arnauld Calluaud thanks to money given by his brother Jean VI, commendatory abbot of la Couronne. King Francis I stayed there in 1526.
• The Calluaud sold it in 1678.

Architecture

The castle's architectural style is not explicitly stated, but it has been modified in the 18th century.

It houses the agricultural college of Oisellerie and the department's Centre for Educational Documentation.

Historical Significance

King Francis I stayed at the Château de l'Oisellerie in 1526.

The castle has been a listed building since 1911, indicating its historical significance.

Current Status and Use

The Château de l'Oisellerie is now a multimedia library (CCDCP).

Heritage Status

It was designated as a heritage site with the reference number PA00104348 in 1992.

Visiting Information

Unfortunately, no information on visiting hours or access is available for this castle.