Possible origin of the strong house XIe siècle (≈ 1150)
First hypothetical mention of a defensive building.
1392
Feudal transaction
Feudal transaction 1392 (≈ 1392)
Mention of the mansion as the fief of the Count of Alençon.
XVIIe siècle
Major transformations
Major transformations XVIIe siècle (≈ 1750)
Redesign of the house and addition of the northwest tower.
15 novembre 2010
Registration for historical monuments
Registration for historical monuments 15 novembre 2010 (≈ 2010)
Protection of facades, towers, moats and pavilions.
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Heritage classified
The facades and roofs of the main building; the north-west circular tower, in full; facades and roofs of the two small entrance pavilions; the sleeping bridge and moat with their masonry banks; the plate of the vegetable garden and plots ZC 12 and ZC 13 (box ZC 11 to 13, 16, 17, placed Château de Chailloué): inscription by order of 15 November 2010
Key figures
Jean de Vieupont - Owner in the 14th century
Detained the land of Chailloué in 1333.
Comte d'Alençon - Suzerain feudal
Lord of which the fief was responsible in 1392.
Origin and history
The castle of Chailloué has its origins at least in the 14th century, although traces of a strong 11th century house are mentioned. This first building, contested by the English troops during the Hundred Years' War, was mentioned in a transaction of 1392 as a fief of the Count of Alençon. At that time, it was a defensive construction, marked by moat, a tower and the remains of a drawbridge.
In the 17th century, the castle underwent major changes, including the reconstruction of the central house and the addition of a large northwest tower topped by a lantern. Two entrance pavilions are also built, giving the monument a hybrid architectural character, mixing medieval heritage and classical influences. This work is part of a period of frequent redesign, reflecting changes in ownership and adjustments to residential needs.
The French Revolution marks a turning point in the history of the estate, sold as a national good. Despite these upheavals, the castle retains original defensive elements, such as moat, the north-west tower and traces of the enclosure. These remains bear witness to its initial military vocation, while integrating 17th and 19th century developments.
In 2010, several parts of the castle were listed as historical monuments, including facades, roofs, circular tower, entrance pavilions, dormant bridge and moat. This protection recognizes the heritage value of a building whose history spans nearly a thousand years, between seigneurial defense and aristocratic residence.
