Château de Montgeoffroy
An elegant 18th-century castle in the Louis XVI style, whose furniture, wall hangings and carriages have remained essentially as built, making it a time capsule.
Château de Montgeoffroy is located in Mazé, about 25 km east of Angers. It was built between 1772 and 1776 for Marshal de Contades and has a simple, symmetrical exterior. Its greatest feature is that the interior furnishings have remained almost untouched since the 18th century. Furniture, tapestries, kitchen copperware and the carriage house all preserve their original state, making it a precious example for studying the life of the French aristocracy under the Ancien Régime. It still belongs to the same family. Admission is about €12, and a guided visit takes about an hour.
Opening hours
Approx. Apr–Oct 10:00–18:00 (check official website)
Nearby sights
- Château de Brissac
- Slate Museum, Trélazé
- Carré Cointreau
- Jardin des Plantes d'Angers
- Collégiale Saint-Martin
- Logis Pincé
- Maison d'Adam
- Musée des Beaux-Arts d'Angers