Dowry transmission vers 1550 (≈ 1550)
Passage to the Goudon de l'Héraudière by alliance.
XVIe siècle
Initial construction
Initial construction XVIe siècle (≈ 1650)
Logis, square tower and round tower with staircase.
à partir de 1872
Major renovations
Major renovations à partir de 1872 (≈ 1872)
Added tower, roof elevation.
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Key figures
Goudon de Bœuf - First known owners
Initial owners before 1550.
Goudon de l'Héraudière - Family owner since 1550
Receive the castle in dowry, name becomes Goudon de Lalande.
Origin and history
The castle of La Lande, located in Montmorillon in the department of Vienna, finds its origins as a strong house before being transformed into a hunting lodge. First owned by the Goudon de Boeuf, it is brought in dowry to the Goudon de l'Héraudière around 1550. The latter, who have retained it since then, adopt the name Goudon de Lalande de l'Héraudière. Originally, the castle had a one-storey house covered with flat tiles, backed by a square tower and flanked by a round tower with a spiral staircase.
In the 16th century, the castle presents a modest but functional architecture, with defensive elements such as the mâchicoulis of the pigeon tree. Major works were started in 1872: a round tower was added, the roofs were raised and covered with slates, while preserving the two original towers. These modifications modernise the appearance of the castle without altering its historical character.
The castle's outbuildings include sheepfolds dating back to the 16th and 17th centuries, as well as a 16th century home, reflecting the agricultural and residential activity of the estate. The park, extending over about 30 hectares, is home to remarkable trees, including oaks and multiseracular chestnut trees, which reinforce its heritage and landscape interest.
