Chateau de Martainville

Built at the end of the 15th century by Jacques Le Pelletier, the Château de Martainville is a masterpiece of Early Renaissance architecture in Normandy. This brick and stone fortress, which has preserved its imposing defensive system and four corner towers, is striking for its carved chimneys and delicate ornamentation. It remains one of the rare examples of a manor house that has survived the centuries without major structural changes, providing an authentic look at the transition from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance. Since 1961, the castle has housed the Museum of Norman Traditions and Arts, an exceptional collection tracing daily life in Normandy from the 16th to the 19th century. Through its extensive galleries, you will discover reconstructed interiors, intricately carved furniture, traditional costumes, and folk art. Between the architectural elegance of the building and the richness of its ethnographic collections, Martainville is an essential cultural stop for anyone wishing to understand the identity and soul of the Normandy region.