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Origin and history

The Château de Courcelles-sous-Moyencourt, located in the Somme region of Hauts-de-France, is a 18th and 19th century building. Ranked a historic monument since 1969 and registered in 1989, it embodies the architectural elegance of its time, with 100 doors and windows savourily proportionate. Its outbuildings, including a dovecote and a marery, were restored after a fire in accordance with the original style.

The seigneury of Courcelles belonged since the 16th century to the family of Sarcus, who erected a mansion there in the 17th century. In 1718 Pierre Langlois de Septenville, receiver general of the Picardie farms, acquired the estate. In 1760 his son, the post office administrator, launched the construction of the present castle, which was completed after his death in 1770. The estate then moved to the Gomer family in 1826, which enriched the park with a 20 hectare arboretum.

The park, created in the 19th century by Maxime de Gomer, a passionate horticulturalist, houses rare species such as redwoods, cedars and wild orchids, as well as a rock cave. The castle, which remained authentic, had only 10 owners in several centuries. Today, its outsiders visit from May to November, with animations like lamas workshops.

The commons, made of brick and stone, date from the 18th and 19th centuries, including a cider cellar and stables. The estate also includes protected elements such as the management woodwork, a water castle, and a statue of Jacquemart. The ensemble illustrates the architectural and landscape evolution of Picardia over two centuries.

Future

The exteriors of the castle are open to the visit from May to November, guides showcasing their history and animating a lamas workshop.

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