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Chateau d'Attre Description
Built in the 18th C. for the Comte de Gomegnies, replacing a medieval castle, the Louis XV style Château d'Attre, situated 5km/3mi southeast of Ath, was a favorite with Maria Christina, daughter of Empress Maria Theresa of Austria and Governor of the South (Austrian) Netherlands. The château's interior furnishings are almost entirely original, providing a unique glimpse into the life of the aristocracy in the 18th C. The fine parquet floors are by Dewez and the stucco work in the great salon by the Italian Ferrari. The paintings include works by Snyders, Hubert Robert and Watteau ("Les plaisirs d'été"). The wall-coverings are a particularly noteworthy feature of the house. They exemplify the many different materials in vogue at the time,
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Hobbies & Activities category: Significant work of art;  Castle, chateau, palace;  Fabrics, textiles, costumes exhibits;  Furniture display;  Architecture - Renaissance
Chateau d'Attre Highlights

Chateau d'Attre Park

The château overlooks a park laid out in the English manner, through which flows the river Dender. In addition to ruins and a dovecot and bathing pavilions in the style of the period, there is also
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Address
Castle of Attre
Avenue du Château 8
B-7941 Attre
Belgium
Hours
April 8 to June 30
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September 1 to October 31
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July 1 to August 31
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Tips
Season begins at Easter.
Typical Visit
3 hours
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