Sightseeing & heritage

Château de la Chapelle-Bellouin

Lieu-dit La Chapelle, 1 rue du château, 86200 La Roche-Rigault

The Bellouin Chapel is the first example in France of a Renaissance building constructed on the site of a medieval castle. Once a royal residence, it belonged to Henri Boyer, François I, Jean Escoubleau de Sourdis and Richelieu. The guide, a stonemason who has been passionate about the château’s restoration for 35 years, will take you on a journey back in time and explain the restoration techniques used on such a monument.

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Listing provided by Office de Tourisme du Pays Loudunais (updated by the source on 23/01/2026).

Tourist office data: DATAtourisme, Licence Ouverte (French open licence), updated 22 October 2026.