Construction of the castle XVe siècle (≈ 1550)
Construction period attested by sources.
17 avril 1935
Listing of lintel
Listing of lintel 17 avril 1935 (≈ 1935)
Protection for historical monuments.
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Heritage classified
The 15th century door lintel: inscription by decree of 17 April 1935
Key figures
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Sources do not cite any historical actors.
Origin and history
Lavau Castle is a historic monument located in the commune of Celle-Lévescault, in New Aquitaine. Dating from the 15th century, it is representative of the architecture of this period, although few specific elements of its history are available in current sources. Its door lintel, characteristic of the late medieval period, was inscribed as a historic monument by decree of 17 April 1935, highlighting its heritage interest.
In the 15th century, the Poitou region, now integrated into New Aquitaine, was marked by a rural and seigneurial society. Castles, such as Lavau, often played a central role in the local organization, serving as a residence for lords or as a management place for surrounding lands. Their architecture reflected both defensive needs and power symbols, in a context where agriculture and local exchanges structured daily life.
The location of the castle, at Celle-Lévescault, is attested by administrative data, including its Insee code (86045) and its attachment to the Department of Vienna. Although the information on its current use (visits, rental, accommodation) is not specified, its listing as historical monuments makes it an important part of the local heritage, preserved for its architectural and historical value.
