PARC DU CHATEAU DE JARZE - JARZE VILLAGES

The history of the Château de Jarzé reads like the 'Who's Who' of France. Originally built as a castle by Fulk Nerra III, one of the early Counts of Anjou, the castle was rebuilt in 1473 by Jean Bourré, the Treasurer of France under Louis XI. He decided to adopt the style of the stunning Château du Plessis Bourré at Ecuillé (well worth a visit too!). King Charles IX lived there in 1595 AD. In the late 18th century, the château became the property of Pierre Jean Deurbrourcq. It was destroyed during the French revolution, like so many of the grand buildings that adorn the Loire Valley. Then, during the early 19th century, Deurbroucq restored it in a neo-classical style. The house was modernised later in the Italian style. Today, it boasts a fascade flanked by wings and punctuated with columns. The gardens are a treat and were designed originally by René-Edouard André, who is better known as the designer of the parks of Monte Carlo. So you see what we mean: this is one château you should definitely put on your 'bucket list'.