Château de Sagonne

The estate was bought by the Babou family in 1546; during the rest of the 16th century they made significant alterations.

The castle was acquired by the noted Baroque architect, Jules Hardouin Mansart, in 1699 and he made important alterations in the early 18th century.

Wanting a more panoramic view, Mansart demolished the curtain walls on the east and created gardens.

Also still visible are the pillars supporting the base of the bartizans (watch towers), parts of the portcullis in its housing and door panels from the 16th century.

Visitors may see frescoes from the 17th century, furnished rooms, weapons and portraits, and the Mansart Museum.