Construction of the castle 4e quart XIXe siècle (≈ 1987)
Edited by Louis Rigoct for Avaize Pack.
12 juin 2014
Registration for Historic Monuments
Registration for Historic Monuments 12 juin 2014 (≈ 2014)
Protection of the castle, commons and park.
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Heritage classified
The castle in total, the facades and roofs of the communes and stables and part of the park of the estate where is still present the hydraulic system corresponding to plots AE 118 to 124, 127 to 145: inscription by decree of 12 June 2014
Key figures
Louis Rigoct - Architect
Manufacturer of Lancin Castle.
Monsieur Caquet d’Avaize - Sponsor
Owner responsible for the construction.
Origin and history
The Château de Lancin is an eclectic residence built at the end of the 19th century in the town of Courtenay, Isère. Sponsored by Mr.Caquet d'Avaize, it was designed by architect Louis Rigoct, mixing neo-classical, neo-gothic and neo-Renaissance influences, typical of the Second Empire style. Its interiors, richly decorated by Lyon artisans, still preserve murals, walnut woodwork, stained glass and original furniture, testifying to exceptional craftsmanship.
The estate extends over a park with a historic hydraulic system, always partially visible. Since 2014, the castle, its communes, stables and part of the park have been protected as historical monuments. The architecture of outbuildings, such as the farmhouse or the guardian's house, adopts a vernacular style contrasting with the castle's fascist, illustrating the diversity of inspirations of the era.
The Château de Lancin thus embodies a remarkable example of the architectural eclecticism of the late 19th century in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, combining technical innovation (hydraulic system), interior luxury and landscape integration. Its recent listing among historic monuments highlights its heritage value, both for its architecture and for its preserved furniture.
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