Visit the Manoir des Ardenelles, a medieval castle in Villeconin, for the 2026 Heritage Days
Essonne: this medieval manor from the 14th century opens its underground passage to the public
A rare example of a medieval fortified castle in Île-de-France, the Manoir des Ardenelles in Villeconin (Essonne) will open its doors on 19 and 20 September 2026, featuring an underground passage and an exhibition of vintage cars.
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An underground passage, a guard room, a family library: the Manoir des Ardenelles, also known as the Château de Villeconin, will open its doors on 19 and 20 September 2026, from 2pm to 6pm. A rare example of a preserved medieval fortified castle in Île-de-France, this private monument in Essonne can be visited without booking, for £5 at the reduced rate.
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