Enchanting Abandoned 17th-Century Chateau in France (Entirely frozen in time for 26 years)

[@ariadnecondos5881]

As a realtor in the US I just recently sold a home of a woman who had passed away. No where near the grand opulence of this castle however completely similar in that it appeared to have just been abandoned one day with all the personal items, furniture, etc. left behind. The woman’s family (husband son and daughter) had all passed away before her and there were no other living relatives around. I spent a great deal of time on behalf of the attorney who was the Executrix trying to donate all that I could of the furniture and clothing. There was one living relative outside of the US for who I had packed up all photos and anything of personal significance that I found to be sent to her. It was an incredible emotional journey to have gone on. It started with someone I did not know and by the end a family I felt very close to. A difficult process needless to say. Perhaps something similar had occurred here.

[@olohunwa]

Wow you should have documented this experience . It is unique .

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[@theresasnider1530]

i trulely hope so, it breaks my heart to see all that hisory go to waste.

[@radhiah205]

In Islam her property will be inherited by the living relative and cannot be sold without the relative's permission. If she doesn't have any niece/nephew or uncle/aunt, the property will be inherited by her cousin, then second cousin, then third cousin, then fourth cousin, then fifth cousin so forth.

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[@jenniferk.7023]

France has over 30,000 castles, and sadly a large number of them are abandoned or at risk. There is an association that has in France that has started a program that people can invest in to adopt a castle or chateau. It's like a crowd sourcing fund, and the more shares you buy, the more of a say you have in how these old places are restored. You can also buy many of these places "as is" for very low prices. Many are already in the process of restoration. Some are waiting to raise enough money. I feel a lot better knowing that there are people who care enough to save these old beautiful pieces of history. Adopte un Château started in 2017, and hopefully are still in operation today.

[@gwencasados4741]

It amazes me that no one would purchase a home like this with all those treasures. It’s heartbreaking to know it will all just perish. I love what you and Sarah do to bring life to these pieces of history

[@Jules-ll2ij]

I can’t believe no one is willing to take on this place, even in its current state it is truly beautiful…. Thank you for showing this to us 😊

[@RetroCaptain]

Gigantic expense to restore a mansion far from any city. Ppl with that level of gold want smaller luxury home just outside the city and waste $ on expensive autos and shoes instead of restoration of antique.

[@ruthie293]

I have to say I appreciate the longer video showing way more than other people. The way you lower your voice in reverence is great and the gentle way you touch the items is very commendable. Thank you, Thank you

[@rigavitch]

I cannot stop weeping. So sad...haunting...my heart HURTS!

[@teamor1815]

You’d be surprised how hard it is to find genuine antique decor and lifestyle accounts of the past. I wish I knew some antique enthusiasts who were my age 😣people these days look over the beauty of understanding the past

[@lynnadkins1079]

The choice and blending of colors in each room was either done by a professional decorator , artist or very talented person. The piano room was a delight for the eyes

[@delilahrainelle7158]

My thoughts as well. Can you imagine being in love and sharing this beautiful home with your husband children. Preparing dinners or an early morning breakfast as the sun rises. Decorating for Christmas. Playing that gorgeous piano…. Ooooh! I would have flower gardens, statues, and pools everywhere. Such a beautiful property to walk around outdoors with the birds chirping. I would probably have a small chicken coup to gather eggs. Perhaps a dairy cow and a couple of riding horses. I can imagine sitting outside and teaching my children. Who needs a vacation with a place like that?

[@nannyfairy]

your reverent voice and careful filming bring sweetness and beauty to rot and decay. Thank you for a ride on your time machine. Blessed be ❤️❤️

[@marypayton7302]

I wonder how this looked in its time! I’m sure it was beautiful! Can’t you just imagine how when you walked through it room by room! Thank you so much for taking the time that you take in showing all the places you go. I could never be able to travel like you do. I’m in my later days of my life now. It is such a joy to watch your channel! You are such a kind young man!

[@1MartinWaite]

I just seen this place a few days ago "Bros of Decay" slept in the bedroom with the four poster bed then did their documentary the following morning and I thought that they did a good job that was until now when I have watched your take on the same place but you showed twice as much and did you build them outhouses as they didn't even get a mention. Thank you for enlightening so many of us to the true place and given us an insight into the place it once was. You show me more than I would ever see myself and get places I will never be able to get to. Again I thank you. Martin, UK

[@badhoumaryam1284]

حكية جميل

[@badhoumaryam1284]

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[@notinmycountry991]

Watched BoD before finding these two young men. BoD early in their exploring was like Explomo however that stopped long ago. He flies through but manages to get his face in quite often AND loves to hear himself talk lol

[@ellietobe]

They SLEPT in that filthy bed??!! I hope you were mistaken.

[@1MartinWaite]

@@ellietobe no I said they slept in that bedroom not the bed they brought sleeping bags and slept on the floor.

[@JamesLStapleton]

Because of your lack of edits and exploring almost every door and room, I have figured out almost the entire layout of this beautiful home. Would be amazing to rebuild something like this someday. Absolutely exquisite chateau.

[@jennyerickson3085]

Maureno, like a fine wine, you improve with age. Blessings, you are greatly loved.

[@ShirleeKnott]

indeed indeed!

[@loletajohnson4876]

I was literally in tears over this majestic place. The beauty of it is beyond anything I can describe. I had tears streaming down my face because I can’t get over the fact that someone just walked away and left this place to fall apart and decay. Oh how my heart hurts to see the treasures here just going to waste and it could all be saved for generations to come to see and appreciate for centuries. I would have given the world for that awesome kings bed that was the most breathtaking piece of furniture I’ve ever seen in any of the abandoned houses that’s been explored. With all my heart I pray that someone can still rescue this place or at least the furnishings. It’s museum quality. The owner could have sold off everything or donated it to have it saved from destruction.

[@NoguerSlot]

Que privilégio passear com vcs por esse castelo lindo, não sei vcs mas me vi dentro dele ♥️

[@jeanniealverado468]

You have no clue about that and

[@lucasjohnstone6419]

After the Germans invaded the French countryside a lot of these chateaus were given to German officials

[@arisl2370]

yes but God also said .. 'do not become attached to the things of this world as they are only temporary"

[@maisabi6662]

I don't have my own house, i am renting small house, people are mocking me because i don't have my own house, i am ok with it because i know that every in this world is temporary, i am praying for a better place in the hear after because that is what we hope for.

[@modgirl7242]

Such beautiful furniture craftsman no longer could be recreated A time when they all appreciated fine things and a time when they made furniture with pride ❤️

[@carolbroome6559]

I can’t believe all that beautiful furniture isn’t being sold for others to enjoy. I love antique furniture!! Made so well!! Awesome journey!!

[@jacobshort6528]

What bugs me about the clutter is that they built plywood shelves into all of the antique free-standing wardrobe closets.

[@gladysastolfi1431]

Por favor traducido al castellano. Gracias

[@magugarcia10]

@@gladysastolfi1431 te recomiendo hagas uso de los subtítulos que KZbin te ofrece, creo que puedes ponerlos en español 😉

[@delilahrainelle7158]

Of the many abandoned homes that I have seen this is one of my most favorite. I wish I owned it snd could restore it to its former glory. Even as big as it is, it still looks friendly. I just love it.

[@joancaruso170]

I live in the USA and one day I started watching Urban Exploring with Kappy and your KZbin feed came up as a suggestion to watch so I watched the episode with the warehouse of abandoned coaches and war items etc I was hooked OMG! incredible! what you two find/ I am glad there is so much content for me to watch I am addicted to your finds. Like when you were on the stairs of Castle and there was a door in it was old old old wine bottles for liquor. I am speechless in each episode. Better watching than TV.

[@shanahuffman4216]

The rugs and woodwork alone are exquisite.

[@mzm4245]

The library/piano room is stunning. The wall colour, rug and details are breathtaking.

[@louise_rose]

Agree, but also sad because they have so clearly been abandoned for decades. I wonder what happened to the last people who lived at this um, mansion (grown old and weak, and unable to arrange for a new owner or move some of the stuff?). I figure it will have been abandoned for half a century or so.

[@jacklinenewland8869]

The pillow looks like a family Crest represents the family name. Shameless to see this in ruins

[@yenthan9751]

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[@yenthan9751]

Video luôn hay và hấp dẫn về mọi khía cạnh,cũng như cách dẫn dắt câu chuyện rất thực tế và chân thật nhất

[@tommax26]

I was hoping you would plunk a couple of piano keys so we could here its sound quality.

[@tinytink]

1st time seeing you. As a retired nurse I'm very pleased to see you wearing some mask protection in these kinds of places!! I also really appreciate the fact your not making the place known so awful people don't trash it. Also you tell such good story! Stay safe & keep making videos. TinyTink Detroit

[@brittawrolson3318]

The mind’s imagination runs rampant as I try to envision how gorgeous this castle/chalet must have once been. The number of bedrooms and private baths tells me earlier owners took great care to design and decorate each room with unique features. What I particularly love is the French style windows and shutters letting in amazing light to every room. The incredible views of the gardens, lake, chapel etc could be seen from each of these spaces. The outbuildings were even built on a grand scale with local stones by the looks of the walls. As you mentioned many times, it is so sad to see this location being allowed to collapse.

[@cathyreardon8979]

Catherine Reardon Thank you for taking your time while videoing this home that stands still in time waiting to deteriate evan more. It reminds me of waiti a loved one to die. The negative of the girl standing on the balcony was just beautiful but leaves me sad for what was. God Bless and be safe.💌

[@jolenepaetkau8439]

Can’t get enough of watching these! It’s always interesting and I feel like I’m discovering it at the same time with everyone here ! Who loves old houses and I like learning so I scour the comments looking for those tidbits! Great work! 🥰🇨🇦

[@rachaelleighona928]

I love how he says “encyclopedias.” I haven’t seen watching any urban exploring videos in close to a year. I recently got back into watching them and y’all’s are always the absolute best & most unique - that’s for damn sure. You guys explore the most beautiful abandoned places.

[@sharonwashington8150]

I love the fact that you are so thoughtful in all that you do and see on these explores. Not all explorers are so, and you are right, there is so much left behind that could be used for so many in need in this world.

[@idabaker9320]

Automatically wanted to start cleaning the paintings & protecting the photos! So very much, history! This place seemed welcoming. Just beautiful. Stay safe and thank you for sharing.

[@cspat1]

I would help you Ida, I felt the same.

[@maryreed4534]

I just found your channel. Beautiful job. I love when people go through, someone's home, and are so respectful of the house, and all of the precious memories, as if you are a guest, because you are. I hate it when people go to someone's home, and treat it, like it's nothing. You do a fine job. When you picked up the photo of that beautiful little girl, and talked about her life there , it was lovely. 💜☺️

[@sabrinafair35]

I viewed someone else’s visit to this forgotten French treasure. I enjoyed it very much. But, Maureno, you knocked it out of the ballpark. I am partial to you and Lesley, and there may be a friendly rivalry between the two of you. Notwithstanding, I have watched other explorers, and you, darling, are a standout. Yes, this video is long, but what a feast for the eyes. What also sets this apart is your magnificent find of the negatives. The humanity of these properties, where memories were made, people lived, and died. Finding old photos and uncovering as much as possible about its former occupants adds so much for the viewer. Thank you for sharing this journey. SUPERB!

[@magdelenemcfadden1493]

If they could not afford to keep it why they did not give it away to charity in the government or use it for functions guest house etc other than allowing it to fall to ruin , such a waste. People who inherit things don't know how to appreciate it. Never live in a big house until you are ready to die because the children don't necessarily want it downsize to something smaller .

[@jacobshort6528]

They aren't photo negatives. They are slides for projecting on a movie screen.

[@carolynbueno9509]

What a beautiful & respectful video documentary. You and Sarah truly captured so much detail. I felt as though I was right there with you. I am so deeply touched by your reverence and pure enthusiasm for each room as it unfolded. Your commentary was so clearly full of emotion between excitement and sorrow. I could not help but burst into tears when you came across the slides from a wedding that took place in the very castle that was now in such disrepair. Seeing the joyful celebrations and the love of family and friends that are now just a whisper in the wind, made me reflect on my own life and how we are just a blip in time. It breaks my heart to see this disappear. Many times you reflect on how it is a shame it can't be restored. Surely there must be someone or some organization who could step in and resurrect this precious time capsule full of treasures and rich stories. Thank you so very much for your time and talent as well as your insatiable curiosity and dedication to capturing the very essence and inner beauty of this darling chateau. I still have so many questions! I did want to point out that in one of the rooms you referred to a religious picture as one of Mother Mary. It was actually a picture of St. Therese of Lisieux also known as "The Little Flower" She is a saint revered by many in the Catholic religion.💕Again, thank you for this incredible exploration. It is truly a masterpiece!

[@darlenemeeka5384]

I’m absolutely speechless after watching this video! I can’t help wondering how the family of this beautiful castle could allow it to just disintegrate? 😢 I could spend days exploring this place! There are priceless belongings that one would think have sentimental value? Thank you so much, as this video was breathtaking to watch!🥰

[@dawnklug6986]

DEATH AND INHERITANCE TAXES THERE WILL BANKRUPT YOU

[@lucasjohnstone6419]

As you can see by the German pill container during ww2 most of these estates were taken and given to german officials This chateau sadly probably never saw its original family again and the Austrian/German family faded away

[@arnonuhm6234]

@@lucasjohnstone6419 Stop spreading bullshit. Do you believe the French government would have left a single house in German hands after WW2? Yes, maybe the inhabitants of the house were speaking German. It may go over your head, but there are German speaking minorities in Belgium, Luxemburg and France, and since we don't know where the chateau is situated, it might very well be in an area where they speak German. Or someone from Germany might have just normally bought it in the decades after WW2. All you dummies know is those 6 years of war, like there weren't decades and centuries of history around it. Go read a book, or rather get out of your basement for once!

[@chocolate-eq6jn]

@@arnonuhm6234 Why are you getting so worked up about this?

[@arnonuhm6234]

@@chocolate-eq6jn because the comment I referred to got completely altered and mine doesn't make as much sense now as before

[@williamvaughan6087]

I’ve seen two others do this house but you by far did the most thorough. Well done!!

[@natalinaaparecidacasaroto1713]

Seeing so much wealth, greatness, everything abandoned makes me sure that nothing but what we are matters. There's no use having so much, no one will stay to take advantage of it forever, maybe some things will last, but we don't.

[@theCosmicQueen]

just have to make sure you give it away to your children before you die.

[@pienpakvis6118]

I love this comment….so true,.as we say “You can’t take it with you”.

[@alsin5218]

@@theCosmicQueen children might not want those stuff u value

[@dawnklug6986]

@@theCosmicQueen Most children dont want their parents 'things'......BEST SOLUTION is to ask long in advance and make a Will with Directives and stay updated

[@mariaheart6980]

@@dawnklug6986 or as soon as you get old and its impossible for you to upkeep you should sell it

[@PAF28]

Amazingly beautiful! I loved every minute of this video. I have watched it 3x! You are my most favorite explorer!

[@ramonasalameh6069]

You're showing us these treasures with so much love and respect 👍🏻 god bless you Maureno 🧡

[@robertawhite9015]

This was truly amazing. I was enthralled every second. You are absolutely the best. I felt like I was there experiencing it with you. Your caring, appreciation and love for this chateau made it come alive. There's so much wealth there. I totally agree with you in donating to those in need. It may be the inheritant is wealthy, and doesn't want to be bothered. It's such a shame beautiful places like these are abandoned, and left to decay. You are so emotive in your descriptions, it makes it come alive. Of all the other groups I've watched, you're the best. Thank you.

[@JaniceWithTheTarlovCysts]

This one hurt my heart. Breathtaking in its neglect; a true gem. Just when I think I've seen my favourite room, you show more. Absolutely spectacular!

[@squirellvr57]

I just joined your site, and I want to thank you for the complete respect to the buildings and homes that you get to enter. I appreciate you and you cast.

[@shantibel]

Thank you - so sensitively and respectfully recorded. Places we could never get to see brought alive, with so many historical treasures sadly abandoned.

[@brandycarter5706]

I recognized and appreciated the pieces of furniture in the living room, the children's bedroom, as well, the attic, that were all matches to the master bedroom's great canopy bed. Just one of my own favorite discoveries during this spectacular video. It's incredibly sad that a majority of the valuable items left behind aren't auctioned off to renovate this beautiful castle. I don't understand allowing the wastefulness with all of the rot happening to the seemingly priceless antiques and home? I'm curious to know if there have been any positive changes since this video? Thank you ever so very much for sharing your amazing work! ❤️✌️😜🤟

[@HobbyOrganist]

Same here, some of that furniture would be worth a lot of money and it's just rotting away, when the roof leaks water inside it destroys everything, most of that furniture is still restorable. That large one with the carvings and the carved boar's head in the attic would be worth thousands. I know I bought a couple of carved hunt style wood table legs from an antique store in Chateau Larcher, France- the most exquisitely carved oak foxes shaped into table legs, the other two legs had been previously sold were of two dogs, the legs sold for $600 EACH, I was able to buy the two foxes for $1200 plus shipping to the states. I really wished I could have bought the two dog legs and maybe re-created the table.

[@mrwebber35]

I wonder if the German occupation in WWII has anything to do with the children not remember this place. Maybe they were killed. Must be a reason.

[@ringmaster7539]

FORMIDABLE! What an amazing adventure, and so well filmed. The office where you found the two little statues of the ladies (one with her arm broken off) - those papers on the desk are actual bearer bonds (obligatie aan toonder) sold by a French iron and steel company in 1894 to raise money for its business. They could be cashed at any bank or brokerage by anyone who presented them (as opposed to individual’s owned stocks or bonds). Amazing that they’re just left behind like that. The closets are full of vintage designer clothing, and the antique furniture is breathtaking. Thanks for this incredible experience. Can’t wait to see what comes next!

[@elisagaray230]

Hablan demasiado y se demoran mucho en mostrar

[@maryn.altamirano2319]

Solo tengo para decir muchas gracias Maureno por existir y llevarme a viajar en el tiempo un abrazo fuerte en la distancia. Cuídate mucho mucho

[@jeffb3535]

What a beautiful home and plot of land. If I had the money I would have it restored back to its former glory and have it available to the public for tours, vacation stays, and events like weddings.

[@margaritagomez9132]

Me encantó ese edificio

[@Ladysimpel]

das ist so wunderschönes anwesend sowas schönes habe ich wirklich noch nie gesehen schade das es zerfällt mit so tollen artefakten der früheren zeit , und wenn es ein besitzer geben würde müsste man raus finden wer der eigentümer ist ansonsten über geht das doch der stadt dort müsste man mal nachfragen wem es mal gehört hatte . ich glaube nicht das dem erben das so einfach egal ist das es zerfällt wenigstens die eigentümlichen gegenstände und private sachen könnte man noch retten ! lg Lady

[@juaquiene7733]

I agree. You'd think someone would take the incentive. To do something with these properties.

[@kathrinjeromin7655]

Der gleichen Meinung bin ich auch!!! Es ist so atemberaubend schön, so verlassen und dem Verfall preisgegeben wie es jetzt ist... wie wundervoll unglaublich schön muß es erst einst in vollem Glanz gewesen sein??? Es wäre sooo schön, wenn es wieder hergerichtet würde und Allen zugänglich...die Idee mit den Hochzeiten finde ich auch super!!! GlGrüße Kathrin aud D

[@ameitaV]

¿Qué pudo haber pasado para dejar todo?

[@janmcdonald4125]

The love you felt for this home was so evident and showed through in this video. I have watched many of your other videos, and I could feel your emotion. I enjoy your usual commentary, but this one was different, and was very moving. Thank you for putting so much of yourself into this. You are great !

[@deborahpisano59]

Thsi is a facinating place stuck in time. I would love to go here and i would stay in there all day looking at the photos and books. I would never want to leave. Thanks for giving us such a wonderful tour!!

[@freddiemartin5334]

I adored EVERY moment of this adventure! Thanks so much for the love and effort that you put in your explorations.

[@pamcomorski1734]

Absolutely loved this explore .The barley twist bed has "sparkled" my interest. You missed commenting on the antique parasol on the settee in bedroom with the bed. They are from pre and up to 1800's go for 900.00 dollars on etsy. Tons of really nice antiques what a shame. The little horse toy was wonderful. Odd there was not many chandeliers down stairs. Was a beautiful home at one time. And you described it so beautifully. You also are a treasure Maureno.

[@deborahrohl848]

Heartbreaking to see so much beauty and irreplaceable items just left to rot . SHOULD be restored given to the poor to live in and fix.Thankyou for doing such a good respectful job of showing us .

[@willyegger4488]

Hi Maureno from marvellous team Explomo, It's always surprising and making me nearly speechless, what kind of locations you are all the time finding! - Your written introduction was already a banger to read! Wonderfully formulated English with expressions, where I can learn new words only from reading your text. - Wonderful photograph of this library, really looking like frozen in time with that beautiful grand piano, which is actually still working, because I saw Lesley in his last video trying it. He was at the exactly same place. - But as I said already several times, you both show always excellent additions to each other, why I am already now so excited and looking very much forward to seeing your version of this truly amazing castle. - Stay safe, dear friend, much love and kindest regards from now again sunny Switzerland.

[@Explomo]

Hi dear Willy, thank you profoundly for leaving such a wonderful comment under our video again! I'm really happy to read the positive feedback about the introduction. I put a lot of time and passion again into creating the intro as it is now! I'm also happy to hear you enjoy seeing both of our perspectives. I hope you stay safe too and I'm sending you much love and my regards back from the rainy Netherlands :)

[@willyegger4488]

@@Explomo, What a wonderful feedback, dear Maureno! I appreciate a lot! - You are of course very welcome, and it's my deepest pleasure. - Lots of kind regards from now also rainy Switzerland. Stay safe, peace and much love!

[@joycem7407]

@@Explomo The design in the fireplace that you thought looked like fleur de lis (I think it's the first fireplace) with the lion, I believe they are actually heraldic ermine spots. And the thing you thought might be a microscope for looking at bugs, I'm pretty sure is actually a slide projector for viewing those slides you showed us later in the episode. It was really nice to see those by the way. 😊 Great episode!

[@LeonaCaskova]

You must feel - you are incredible and absolutely special guys! The video gives so much realism, an understanding of our entire life, and highlights a lot of people who are significant to us, I’m 61 years old, it’s not much, but maturity has come.. I’m a woman.. and the second part of my life is ahead.. you know, dear guys, thanks to you - I am beginning to understand that all the things for our body and for our homes are essentially absolutely nothing... in comparison with the emotions, events and feelings that we humans can experience or miss it... And the best thing we have people are wonderful traditions for happy holidays with smiles and joy and love! And we can carry this through the centuries with our precious descendants - children and grandchildren... I was in the city of Maastricht - oh, it is such beauty and the most perfect atmosphere of life on the Globe!!! And I’m from Ukraine, from Odessa and now in 2023 - there’s a war there unfortunately... but all wars end someday and now I’m a refugee from Ukraine and I live in Ireland and there are also ancient castles here, but there are no abandoned ones, the Irish find time to Everything was kept in perfect order and they should be praised for this! Thank you for the video!

[@MissPresley69]

I can only imagine what it must have been like for you to actually experience this place, when it's even absolutely breathtaking watching it here. Thank you so much for taking your time and carefully capture this beauty. ❤️🙏❤️😘

[@tracyberry8928]

I truly respect how you guys do the beautiful photos, I can't believe someone let the place go like that. It's truly a shame how it's just rotting away, and all that beautifully unique furniture and rooms in that place are just going to be gone. What a shame! I'm so glad you guys covered this place in pics, you guys are amazing!! Keep it up, we love it!

[@РаисаЦирулева]

Спасибо Вам..за вашу работу Смотрела на одном дыхании Захватывает и волнует ...удачи!

[@donnadsmith853]

The rooms just keep getting more beautiful, and I fall back into time like a dream.

[@debbiehenson227]

Thank you, for choosing this occupation and letting us see the treasures of the past I dream of getting to see these things.

[@eliasabboud7689]

This is was by far one of the most beautiful journeys. Thank you for sharing this wonderful gem!

[@belleange590]

The first room you went into on the second floor is just delightful. I like wallpaper with matching drapes - just seems very cozy. I think the old radios should of been saved. Old record player should of been saved. Strange bathroom set-ups. I like that rocking chair as well. Looks so comfortable. So much stuff in the attic area!!!!!! Oh my goodness!!!! The Chapel. I like the stone and brick sheds. Just an amazing explore.

[@spencerjane732]

you all do such an amazing job, Allowing us to travel on your journeys is so enjoyable. I thank you all so much !

[@bevolson7619]

This explore was beyond words to say how much I appreciate the effort you put into the preservation of these beautiful places if not physically at least on video. In the future people will say what was wrong with that generation why didn’t they preserve? You do an outstanding job and are heads above the others with your narrative…. Thank you for this wonderful video.

[@setubandha9203]

Hi, I discovered your channel today. I was like hypnotised during the hole video. You behave with respect, you´re patient, you percieve details - structures, materials..., you appreciate beautiful things, left by our ancestors. It was a beautiful, kindly excursion to history, to the building which will disappear. The beauty is documented. It will stay forever - in the movie.

[@barbkennedy9382]

I love the furniture, such antiques...why doesn't some enterprising company come in and go through everything...have a sale or auction to help these families or the state save these properties from ruin. I ache for the lost heritage...lost personal history...ruined antiques...dilapidated homes, but I still wonder at the process of how nature takes back its space...AMAZING. Your reverence for these 'once' loved homes is outstanding...that is why I love you guys.

[@jillrodway2418]

Beautiful

[@judithrivera3385]

No one will do. All is ☢☢☢Hazardous materials. Mold is very dangerous and is all over walls, ceilings and underground. No insurance company will walkthrough. All will demolished.

[@barbkennedy9382]

@@judithrivera3385 That is too bad they let it sit and rot...humans have embraced a 'throw away' society for people, places, and things that saddens me to the core...we are better than that.

[@jacobshort6528]

What you are holding and looking at at 1:19:52 is not a photo negative, but a photo slide for a projector. Back when you were looking at the two boxed insect collections, you said that that blue tin box with the lense was a microscope. It was an antique slide projector. People used to make slides of their happy memories and vacation photos, to share them with family who weren't there and to other friends. Much like people can make slide shows with the pictures on their smart phones today.

[@ANIMALS_AND_MORE_moments]

Very impressive and sad at the same time. One remains wondering on how such place is just left. Thank you for showing this awesome place.

[@lucasjohnstone6419]

As you can see by the German pill container during ww2 most of these estates were taken and given to german officials This chateau sadly probably never saw its original family again and the Austrian/German family faded away

[@ANIMALS_AND_MORE_moments]

@@lucasjohnstone6419 - it's a possibility.

[@janicebrown1878]

@@lucasjohnstone6419 they should have to restore them for the original family or those that would have inherited them after all they stole them from the folks that owned them.

[@susansmith1233]

Thank you so much, for documenting these beautiful places. I was awestruck! Such a shame that most of them will not be restored! Makes me so sad... The video recordings of these majestic places are bittersweet to watch. It is very moving.

[@livianunez8504]

Es un impresionante, impactante y hermoso castillo francés que me ha fascinado, y que no había visto antes, por todos sus detalles y esplendor! sencillamente hermoso...te felicito por las tomas con dos cámaras, demuestra alta calidad y excelencia en cada producción, superándote cada vez para nuestro beneplácito. Saludos desde Venezuela.

[@emiliemoravcova9598]

Dekuji ,bylo to úžasný, ale také moc smutný. Taková nádhera a takto to chátrá. Jediným slovem moc děkuji za vaši práci. Prosím jen ať to nenajdou nikdy špatné lidi myslím tím vandalové. Zasílám hodně zdraví a štěstí .

[@odiii1966]

Hi, thank you for this explore. This castle is magnificent and the interior is extraordinary. It’s always so sad to see the decay. I still think that the French government should do something to make renovations easier for the “chatelains” = castle owners’ heirs, who in France are definitely gutted. As laws are, they cannot afford constraining restoration. It’s burdening and costly. As a wine specialist, Here is my series of comments about the cellar. Families used to buy wine not by cases but by barrels (cheaper) and wine was bottled in the property. This is why they wash the empty bottles and dry them upside down on the nails. But, once in the kitchen my mind changed and indeed they might have produce their own wine in small quantities as for what I saw. It is until you showed the strange tool in the kitchen and ask for advice. My guess is that they used it to apply Sulphur CS2 to the roots of their vines to destroy the phylloxera back in the end of 19th century. IMO. Cheers and thanks again.

[@dylankennedy4539]

I feel like the landed gentry are doing fine. There should be a way to give up the chateau to the larger family diaspora or to the state for renovations and made into historical sites

[@dylankennedy4539]

Like if I was the child of a Baron and inherited a castle with no Noble status myself, I would sell what I could, send what I could to museums and archives. If a castle is still full of heirlooms and treasures, my bet is the original owners have died without a concrete will. The property is in a legal limbo until ownership is determined.

[@yeseniah7373]

@@dylankennedy4539 Inheritance taxes in France are up to 60% of the value of the inheritance. And its a personal tax, payable from one's own pocket, before the distribution of funds from the inheritance. Meaning you must pay upfront 50-60% of the value of a castle, in order to own it as your own property. The value of most castles like this one is between 500,000-3,000,000 EUR. Half of that is a lot of money to have and give away as tax.

[@Chocoholiclady66]

@@yeseniah7373 😲😲 Wow! Well, that certainly explains the abandonment and why everything was left! So ... if they can't pay the tax who does it belong to? If belongs to government then why isn't it donating to museum, etc.? Soooo heartbreaking to see such heirlooms going to waste!

[@rubberbiscuit99]

Thank you for sharing your experience of this amazing place. I really appreciate your respectful curiosity about the place, the buildings and their contents, and about the people who once belonged there. Your voice is so pleasant to listen to for the narration as well. Thank you.

[@k.gspianoworldjourneyschan437]

Its so beautiful how you pick EACH item up as if its a diamond! 👌🤗🌴🥀 and your vernacular for the ambiance is intoxicating! Im put into the video 🎥 thank you! Love 💘 kenny!! 🤘🤗🌹🥀🌸💐💞💘

[@colleenasteevesbos6975]

This place was very unique. This whole home shows a personality in each and every room and expresses to visitors the feelings you get in each one. It even had a since of confusion with the lay out of all the bedrooms and bathrooms. It was nice to see the tractor and vehicles along with the bikes.

[@kathleenmccarthy3364]

Just love this place! Such a pity that so much is going to ruin. Would be wonderful if someone COULD restore it!

[@elisagaray230]

Hablan demasiado caminan y hablan mucho la introducción larga y chillona

[@marygrutzius5756]

Fascinating is that so many rooms connect to one another. Never ending passages.

[@mamasgonecreating1967]

The item in the kitchen that looked like it could have been a weapon from the war, was for washing clothes. They would boil water in a giant kettle, add soap and clothes, then pump that item up and down in the whole thing. It was the early version of an agitator.

[@robertagabor3736]

makes sense!

[@hogyishivjakmindjart0188]

And what is agitator would be?? I have no idea sorry...😬

[@mamasgonecreating1967]

@@hogyishivjakmindjart0188 in America we have machines to wash our clothes and in the center is a spinning post with wings that is called an agitator. It moves the clothes areound to help them get cleaner.

[@hogyishivjakmindjart0188]

@@mamasgonecreating1967 thanks for the Info. 😅

[@odiii1966]

As per my comment, what you call a weapon is in fact a tool to apply CS2 to the grape vines’ roots at the time of the phylloxera, second half of 19th century. World vineyards were destroyed by that insects’ larvae brought from North America with some rootstocks of other vines.

[@shirleywilcox6565]

I sooooo appreciate your love and respect of beautiful, old things. Thank you for all you do as you explore and then show us what we would never be able to see. I am in awe every time.

[@elisabethkammerer3742]

All your videos are so Amazing!and your voice so calm and nice!greetings from Italy and thank you for shown us

[@Explomo]

Thank you so much Elisabeth, that's a really kind thing to say and I'm happy you experience it in this way. Greetings back from me in the Netherlands. Later this evening Italian subtitles will be available as well. And in the end, you're very welcome! :)

[@jillian5899]

Someone needs to save this majestic chateau. If I could, I would. Absolutely Beautiful!

[@slewismcleod]

Love these videos. However, it kills me to think some of the items in this house could just fall down with it. The furniture, dishes, Knick knacks. I mean. Oh my it would about make you sick. Even some of the fixtures, bathroom things, old tiles if took off the walls without damage are so valuable. Why wouldn’t someone want to preserve those items.

[@stephjezo6470]

It all comes down to cost. They make it impossible through taxes and regulation on restoration of many of these properties. France is losing out on a lot of tax revenue because of it. However, a lot of English folks are buying and restoring somehow and many turn them into money making businesses.

[@maximumeffort78]

I was thinking of that. Even just the family photos. How could you let that go? I have no roots, they start with me, unless I give DNA and I don’t think I want to, so all I have like that is so treasured.

[@lucasjohnstone6419]

As you can see by the German pill container during ww2 most of these estates were taken and given to german officials This chateau sadly probably never saw its original family again and the Austrian/German family faded away

[@sullythepankake9663]

@@lucasjohnstone6419 Yeah but this place has only been abandoned since the 80's, it's more likely the breadwinner died, or the family lost the fortune or job and couldn't afford the place anymore.

[@RosadosVentos963]

Any word you Said, i feel like i'm there. Wonderfull job you done.

[@cynthiaprice1261]

An amazing explorat ion. I love your passion, thoughtfulness and respect for the people and the places you guys visit. Thank you. 🙂

[@karenrogers262]

Thank you for memorializing this beauty for all time!

[@christineflucchese5267]

U have the best videos your voice so pleasant Liv your work I only watch your shows God bless and keep all of u safe💜😇

[@debbiemango]

So beautiful. I think the metal thing you found in the kitchen with the pointy thing at the top, was for knights at a jostling match so the king could see how good they were. It would go over their metal hands. I remembered it from Game of Thrones. Also, Henry V111. He never recovered from it. If you should ever go back could you get the bolt of fabric from the closet in the child’s room. It was the same pattern as the curtains and bed coverings. Just in case you go back before collapse. Lol

[@barbaraalexander1691]

That's stealing and you receiving stolen goods.

[@ilaisaanejr]

What a beautiful magnificent home. I read the comments and it saddens me too how a grand home could be just left to slip away in time. Thank you for the awesome exploration. You guys are the best

[@susandyke-divine80]

I enjoy all your videos but this one is ABSOLUTELY EXCELLENT!!!! I love in the United States and I am extreme history buff of all sorts !!!

[@Blacksheep-Ba-Ba]

You have such a lovely disposition. Peaceful, respectful and calm. While taking your time to tell us a story about the past. Thank you! Elizabeth Boston, Massachusetts

[@ConnecttheDotsBaby]

Crowns and lions was the first give away this castle was a Freemason in the 1st room. Then on the floor by the piano a round picture with a man's image and his hand is half hidden in his jacket. That's the secret sign so other Masons know who you are. This is so exciting like a treasure hunt. I love this channel 😃

[@ScottieSaturn]

YES exactly

[@bellosh123]

Masons?

[@ConnecttheDotsBaby]

@@bellosh123 Yes, or Jesuits they are all evil satanists

[@theCosmicQueen]

not really, crown and lion are common heraldic symbols. People also copied Napoleon with the hand in the coat.

[@ConnecttheDotsBaby]

@@theCosmicQueen because napoleon was a freemason too.

[@MoonWillowTaiChi]

I love how respectfully and lovingly you tour these places 🙏❤️ Your narration is so calming, camera work excellent. So immersive. Bravo! 👏👏👏

[@nickclark6647]

man thats the best urbex ive ever seen, all those designer bedrooms, each one different, and that chapel almost berried in vegetation, good find. In New Zealand we have nothing like this, its another world. Thanks for the magic bro, ive seen most of yoiur films. And I love how you say the word 'elegent'.

[@fairybueller]

So tragic. Thank you for capturing this marvelous beauty 💜💝💜💝💜

[@coppertopjohnson9782]

Truly a wonderful explore. This was the first time I was able to watch an entire premiere, and it was fantastic. Love the history you share with us. Keep up the good work. Thank you for sharing. ☺

[@vientonoreste9008]

I quite appreciate your vocabulary into a well structured speech, full of respectful sentiment. Outstanding for such a young person!

[@DecayWithUs]

Haven't even made it through the whole video yet, but absolutely amazing! Great video!

[@stewardsofthemysteriesofgo4243]

You are the first one I have heard talk about how the way they leave all this stuff when there are people in the world in need, and this stuff could even be salvaged and sold to help others. Yes this vexes my heart and soul as well when I watch these videos.

[@montana.topeoplewakeup6142]

The super rich are super hoarders 🤷‍♀️

[@tklmyfncy03]

Someone needs to buy this amazing property and restore it. What a shame it has fallen to ruins. So much architectural and historic value. Much of this could be salvaged if done by the right people. The wine cellar blew me away!

[@odiii1966]

Google “ventes de châteaux” and you’ll find hundreds of them. They worth nothing compared to the money you need to invest in : specialized restoration, authorized improvements, license to restore, local taxes, and of course maintenance.

[@janicebrown1878]

@@odiii1966 It would be a wonderful thing if the government would help folks that inherited these gems restore them and stop their taxing these buildings and putting sooo many restrictions on owners so they can restore them or sell them to someone who can as their an historical part of their country and this one in particular is of the 17th century.❤

[@judithrivera3385]

I have been working on Artwork Restoration. I'm a professional painter and scientist. Nobody with money will buy/restore it. It can cost millions and it may be impossible to Restore. Damage is big. Real Art collectors don't need to buy hazardous materials. Bottom line. All will get demolished. No one who understand about ☢ HAZARDOUS MATERIALS would care to get inside. The mold is encrusted all over ceilings. Walls, and underground. No home insurance company will insure it. It will get demolished soon and bulldozers will dig several meters down to removed all hazardous materials. PERIOD

[@momowithamic]

@@judithrivera3385 Real question: couldn't the china/glassware/pottery/statues be easily cleaned and deemed "safe" as long as the surface is intact and there's no mold? Fabrics or wood I understand would likely be contaminated, but isn't china intended to last for centuries?

[@judithrivera3385]

@@momowithamic ceramics can have invisible cracks and mold or mildew can penetrates. ceramics are porous surfaces. if the mold is falling from ceilings and walls it can get into ceramics. You can use bleach/peroxide to remove it. But I would not put the ceramics on my kitchen or table there is not guarantee. ANTIQUE stores they have experts to see the quality of Ceramics. Some china ceramics can be fake. You be surprised. I did some tests. rare to find real authentic China.

[@cazthemamma9251]

You are so respectful, honourable and kind. Keep up the great work!

[@lisasheba4615]

Hands down one of my favorites of your explores! As your walked around showing us every bedroom and every bathroom and all the other rooms...I just lost in my imagination thinking and wondering how much more glorious it must of been in its heyday ! Keep up the great work, we can only see it if you take us with you! ✌

[@kathyandjeffdailey3455]

Thank you for the awesome tour! I really enjoyed that. I agree with you, that place is magnificent. What a treasure. 🥰

[@maryp2249]

It's sad to see all the antiques and artifacts just withering away and not being saved from ruins. I would try to buy the property to save all the history that's inside of it.

[@Lisaaaaaaq]

I haven't watched the video yet, but from the thumbnail I know I'm going to fall in love with this place. I LOVE libraries and this is one of the most beautiful ones I've ever seen. Probably top 10 ❤ Thank you for sharing 😊

[@Bibi-J]

I stil wonder How on earth do you find these abandoned places? I just mean to say, France for instance is a very large country...if you want to walk and find beautiful castles or mansions like this one? Love and greets from Amsterdam and please keep exploring! I do not only love your videos, but I find it even a thankful job you're doing.. because now all these places are remembered forever because of you and your friends...before they are completely gone. Thank you, for all your love and effort making/doing this, and sharing your videos everytime.

[@angelachambers1726]

My family tree dates back to Eleanor of Aquitaine, Queen of France & England. I love history & I love this channel, you are respectful of the family's privacy. Thank you for sharing these wonderful homes with the world.

[@frankiemillaire8040]

beautiful it needs lots of love breaks my heart to see