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Attigny and the Dôme de Charlemagne
approx. 2.5 km
A town that was a Carolingian royal residence from 749. Nothing of the palace remains, but the Renaissance Dôme de Charlemagne, classified in 1922, stands on its ruins.
Photo: Havang(nl), CC0
Château de Charbogne: a night in a fortified château in the Ardennes
The Château de Charbogne, known in Wikipedia as the fortified farm of Charbogne, is a quadrangular stronghold with corner towers in the Ardennes village of Charbogne. A château was built on the site in the late 16th century, later became a farm, and since 2006 has been renovated as holiday accommodation. Expedia lists it with an indoor heated pool, a children’s playground and fireplaces, a short drive from Attigny.
At a glance
- Location
- Charbogne, Ardennes (Grand Est), about 3 km from Attigny and some 16 km from Rethel as the crow flies
- Accommodation
- Holiday accommodation in a fortified 16th-century château-farm; the listing is titled as a relaxation and wellness stay in the château (12 bathrooms in total)
- Highlights
- Indoor heated pool, playground, table football, table tennis, barbecue, library books, fireplaces, free Wi-Fi
- Guest rating
- 9.2/10 from 10 reviews on Expedia (as of 14 Oct 2026)
- Check-in & check-out
- Check-in from 5 pm · check-out by 10 am
- Good to know
- No pets · non-smoking indoors · upper floors by stairs only · free on-site parking
Staying at the Château de Charbogne: relaxation in a fortified château
To stay at the Château de Charbogne is to sleep inside the walls of a 16th-century fortified house, with its corner towers and a former drawbridge gate on the north side. According to Wikipedia, the complex was bought in 2006 by a private owner who renovated it as a tourist gîte. Expedia lists it as a château for families in a rural setting, with a title that promises relaxation and wellbeing.
Leisure is the focus. The listing mentions an indoor heated pool, a children’s playground, table football, table tennis, a barbecue with outdoor furniture, and books, a stereo and a DVD player for quieter hours. Accommodation is self-catering: Expedia shows kitchens with oven, hob, dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator and kettle, dining tables, TVs, fireplaces and central heating, with twelve bathrooms in all.
Free Wi-Fi is available in all rooms, towels and bed linen are provided, and washers and dryers are available. Room cleaning is offered only on a limited basis. Expedia also lists several accessibility features, such as step-free access to the entrance and wheelchair-suitable parking, although the upper floors can be reached only by stairs.
Photos of Château de Charbogne
The history of the Château de Charbogne
- 12th century – According to Wikipedia, the origins of the site go back to the 12th century.
- Late 16th century – Henriette de Clèves, widow of Louis de Gonzague, sells the lordship of Charbogne to the soldier Jean de Guiot, governor of Mézières, who builds a château with a main building, enclosure walls, two north towers, a drawbridge and moats.
- 1676 – The château is sold to Antoine de Wignacourt.
- From the late 17th century – The building is little maintained and, at the Revolution, is sold as national property.
- 19th century – The château is renovated and converted into a farm: the main building becomes a stable, the south-east tower a granary and the two north towers sheepfolds.
- First World War – The north-east tower and part of the stables are destroyed.
- 1948 – The château is listed as a historic monument.
- 1989 – The main building collapses, soon followed by the barn and the two east towers.
- 2006 – The abandoned complex is bought by a private owner, who begins renovating it as a tourist gîte.
Suzanne Briet, quoted by Wikipedia, saw the building as a typical example of 16th-century defensive architecture: a simple quadrilateral with few openings, built on the plain, with corner towers, a carriage gate (the former drawbridge) on the north side and moats that have partly disappeared. The chimneys are worth noticing too: the largest is in the south-east tower and the best preserved in the south-west tower.
The property stands along the D 14, known as Grande Rue, in the centre of the village. Because the listing is a renovated holiday complex inside a historic monument, the guest experience combines modern comfort with the thick walls and towers of a real fortified house.
Facilities and services at the Château de Charbogne
The details below come from the Expedia listing (as of 14 Oct 2026); facilities may vary from one unit to another.
Leisure
- Indoor heated pool
- Children’s playground
- Table football and table tennis
- Barbecue and outdoor furniture
- Books, stereo and DVD player
Kitchen & laundry
- Kitchen with oven, hob, refrigerator, microwave and dishwasher
- Kettle, toaster and blender
- Cookware, crockery and cutlery
- Washing machines and dryers
- Iron and ironing board
Rooms & bathrooms
- Twelve bathrooms in all, with bath or shower
- Hairdryer, soap, shampoo and toilet paper
- Towels and bed linen provided
- Fireplaces and central heating
- Double-glazed windows, TV and dining tables
Access & services
- Free Wi-Fi in all rooms
- Free on-site parking, including one disabled space
- Step-free entrance and wheelchair-suitable path
- Upper floors by stairs only; cobblestones in public areas
- Room cleaning with limited availability
Where the Château de Charbogne is: between the Aisne and the Ardennes plateau
Charbogne is a village in the Ardennes département of the Grand Est region, close to the Aisne valley. The château stands in the village centre, about 2.7 km from Attigny, where the Carolingian kings once had a palace. Rethel is about 16 km away and Vouziers about 14 km, both as the crow flies.
For nearby sights, the guide lists the Dôme de Charlemagne in Attigny, the keep of Day and the manor house of Lametz. Expedia also names Charleville-Mézières, with its Place Ducale and its Ardennes and Arthur Rimbaud museums, as well as the Regional Nature Park of the Ardennes.
Expedia lists the Galéa aquatic centre about 18.9 km away and the Ardennes golf course about 19.6 km away. The listing also mentions windsurfing and sailing nearby, as well as hiking and horse riding.
Map: © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Distances (as the crow flies from the Château de Charbogne)
| Charbogne (village) | approx. 200 m |
| Saint-Rémi church, Charbogne | approx. 500 m |
| Attigny (Dôme de Charlemagne) | approx. 2.5 km |
| Keep of Day | approx. 6.5 km |
| Manor house of Lametz | approx. 7.5 km |
| Vouziers | approx. 14 km |
| Rethel | approx. 16 km |
| Charleville-Mézières | approx. 32 km |
| Sedan | approx. 34 km |
Distances are calculated as the crow flies; the Galéa and golf-course distances come from the Expedia listing.
Things to see around the Château de Charbogne
Keep of Day
approx. 6.5 km
A keep on a motte at Neuville-Day, with three floors of round rooms and a vaulted guard room. By tradition the fortified house dates from 1243; several legends cling to it.
Photo: HenriDavel, CC BY-SA 3.0
Manor house of Lametz
approx. 7.5 km
An L-shaped gentilhommière in a 1.5-hectare park at the edge of Lametz. According to Wikipedia it is private property that offers holiday gîtes.
Photo: Havang(nl), CC0
Vouziers
approx. 14 km
Sub-prefecture of the Ardennes on the Aisne, at the gateway to the Ardennes Argonne and to Champagne. A Saturday market fills its centre.
Photo: François GOGLINS, CC BY-SA 4.0
Rethel
approx. 16 km
Sub-prefecture on the Aisne, midway between Charleville-Mézières and Reims (37 km from each), with a high-speed rail station about 1 h 10 from Paris.
Photo: Adri08, CC BY-SA 3.0
Charleville-Mézières and the Place Ducale
approx. 32 km
The Ardennes préfecture, founded in 1606 by Charles de Gonzague. Its Place Ducale, built in 1606 by Clément Métezeau, is the city’s main square.
Photo: Ad Meskens, CC BY-SA 3.0
Tours & activities near Château de Charbogne
Experiences in the region that you can book online with Viator:
Champagne Lamiable: Traditional Tour & Tasting
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Champagne Tasting Class and Lunch near Epernay
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The Connoisseurs from Epernay (Private Half day Champagne Tour)
Near Epernay, Capital of the Champagne vineyard, discovery of the "Côte des Blancs" Grand Cru and the famous village and vineyard of Hautvillers in …
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Entrance ticket to Pressoria in the heart of Champagne with Tasting
This immersive, fun and interactive experience is made for all audiences. Neophytes and amateurs alike will discover or rediscover wine-making …
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The Must-sees 3h30 from Epernay (Private Half day Champagne Tour)
Near Epernay, Capital of the Champagne vineyard, discover the most famous Grand Cru/Premier Cru vineyards and villages of the historic hillsides of …
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Luxury Champagne Tour(All Included): 2 Famous Houses & Restaurant
An Exclusive Journey of Elegance and Prestige: Explore Champagne's Most Famous and Distinguished Houses with private Mercedes car and guide/chauffeur …
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Afternoon Champagne visit & tasting class near Epernay
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Private Champagne tour, family growers and lunch
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Who is the Château de Charbogne for?
Families with children
A playground, an indoor heated pool, table football and table tennis keep children busy, and the self-catering kitchens suit family meals.
History lovers
A fortified house with corner towers, a former drawbridge gate and a listed status, plus Attigny’s Carolingian past and the keep of Day nearby.
Groups and reunions
Several kitchens, twelve bathrooms and a barbecue make it practical for a group of friends or relatives travelling together.
Relaxation and nature
Expedia promotes it for relaxation and wellbeing, with an indoor pool and a quiet village; hiking, horse riding, sailing and windsurfing are mentioned nearby.
Good to know before booking the Château de Charbogne
- Check-in is from 5 pm and check-out is by 10 am.
- Pets are not allowed. Smoking is restricted to designated smoking areas.
- Free parking is available on site, including one space for disabled guests.
- The entrance is step-free and the approach is wheelchair-suitable, but the upper floors are reached only by stairs and some public areas are cobbled. For special needs, contact the property via the booking confirmation.
- Room cleaning is available on a limited basis, and kitchens are for self-catering.
- Rates and room types differ between units, so check the listing for the layout that suits your group.
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Frequently asked questions
Can you stay overnight at the Château de Charbogne?
Yes. Wikipedia says the fortified farm was bought in 2006 and renovated as a tourist gîte, and the property can be booked via Expedia.
Is there a swimming pool?
Yes. According to Expedia, there is an indoor heated pool.
Are pets allowed?
No. According to Expedia, pets are not allowed.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 5 pm and check-out is by 10 am.
Is it suitable for children?
Expedia lists a children’s playground, table football and table tennis, and it describes the property as a château for families.
What is there to see near the Château de Charbogne?
Attigny and its Dôme de Charlemagne are about 3 km away, the keep of Day about 7 km, Vouziers about 14 km, Rethel about 16 km and Charleville-Mézières about 32 km.
Photos of the units, guest reviews and available dates are all in the Château de Charbogne listing on Expedia.
Fancy a stay in a fortified 16th-century château with a pool? Check availability and current prices for the Château de Charbogne on Expedia.
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