Le Pavillon, Paimpont by s4sayer

Le Pavillon, Paimpont

Le Pavillon is a château at Paimpont, owned by a family that we know. During WW2, said château and grounds were occupied by German military as their HQ for the whole of occupied France.

The current occupants recently invited some friends (including R & me) to visit the underground quarters which were constructed below 2 meters of reinforced concrete. The stairways were comparatively narrow and the ceilings low. We were able to take photos, although the light was limited...and there wasn’t much to see...70 years later. However thought you might like seeing the back door into the chateau ;-)
That looks very French and very inviting! Lovely image.
July 30th, 2019  
Nicely edited photo
July 30th, 2019  
what history it has!
July 30th, 2019  
Fascinating bit of history.
July 30th, 2019  
How lucky you are living in this area and being able to visit a place like this! This back door doesn't look as if its used to take out the washing!
July 30th, 2019  
@maggiemae No, it goes out from the side door in the basement laundry!
July 31st, 2019  
I was fascinated to learn that the stone looks a bit patchy because the whole chateau was painted with camouflage paint during the war and some of the residue still sticks.
July 31st, 2019  
Great capture...What an interesting history. Is this a designated historical site?
July 31st, 2019  
Fascinating history. I like this photo, especially the symmetry.
July 31st, 2019  
@seattlite
Not as far as I know. It's a private residence and I have no reason to think that the owners would welcome it being a tourist/historical attraction. There are many chateaux in France, particularly in the Loire valley and make an interesting route/tour.
July 31st, 2019  
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