Chateau De Cande

Chateau de Cande is a magnificent castle located in the Loire Valley of France, in the commune of Monts. This 16th-century Renaissance chateau boasts an exquisite blend of Gothic and Italianate styles and is famous for being the site of the wedding of the Duke of Windsor and Wallis Simpson in 1937. Today, it is a popular tourist attraction known for its picturesque architecture, stunning gardens, and rich history.

The castle was originally built in the 15th century but underwent significant renovations and additions during the 16th century by its owner, Jean Le Breton, who was a prominent courtier to King Francis I. It features many opulent and intricately decorated rooms, including the "Wedding Room," where the Duke and Duchess of Windsor exchanged their vows.

The Chateau de Cande is surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens that were designed by the famed landscape architect Achille Duchêne. Visitors can stroll through the various gardens, including the French-style garden, the English-style park, and the Italian-style garden, all of which offer stunning views of the castle.

• Chateau de Cande was built in the 15th century for French nobleman, Jean Bourré.
• It was later acquired by King Louis XI of France and became a royal residence.
• The chateau was purchased by Charles Bedaux, an American businessman, in the 1920s, who renovated and restored the property.
• During World War II, the chateau was used as a German military hospital and later occupied by the American army.
• After the war, the chateau was returned to the Bedaux family, who continued to live there until 1992.
• It was then sold to a private owner, who opened the chateau to the public for tours and events