Castle of Yzengremer dans la Somme

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Origin and history

The Château d'Yzengremer is a private property located in the municipality of the same name, in the department of the Somme, west of Abbeville. Built in the seventeenth century, it is distinguished by its architecture combining brick and stone, typical of the castles of the period. Its exceptional décor, including the "diamond dots" bosses adorning the southwest wing, makes it a rare monument in France.

The castle was originally erected by Anne de Fautereau, Baron of Noleval, who married in 1647 Marie de Strozzi, a noble from Florence. This marriage influenced the Italian style of the building, reflecting the artistic tastes of the time. In the 19th century, the castle underwent reshuffles, partially changing its original appearance.

The structure consists of a rectangular main body and a single wing to the west. The bosses, carved in pyramids, adorn the corner of the floor and the right feet of a window, highlighting the originality of its design. This exceptional setting in Picardie bears witness to an unusual Italian architectural influence in the region.

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