The manor of Ango in Varengeville-sur-Mer (76119): a wonder of the Renaissance in Normandy

Located on the Alabaster Coast in Normandy, the manor of Ango Varengeville is a true architectural marvel. With its formal gardens, towers, turrets and monumental fireplaces, this mansion is an outstanding example of Renaissance architecture.

Built in the sixteenth century by Jean Ango, a Rouen shipowner, the manor is located in an area of more than 30 hectares. It is surrounded by French gardens, created in the seventeenth century, which are considered one of the most beautiful gardens in Normandy.

The manor is built of brick and white stone, and consists of a central main building flanked by two pavilions. The slate roofs are topped with turrets and monumental chimneys that bring a touch of majesty to the whole.

The interior of the mansion is equally impressive. The reception rooms are decorated with carved woodwork and tapestries. The windows are decorated with stained glass windows of the sixteenth century, which depict biblical and mythological scenes. The monumental fireplaces are decorated with sculptures and bas-reliefs.

The manor of Ango Varengeville was classified as a historical monument in 1862. It has been open to the public since 1968, and visitors can discover the history and architecture of this jewel of the Norman Renaissance.

In addition to the mansion, visitors can also admire the formal gardens that surround the mansion. Created in the seventeenth century, they are considered one of the most beautiful gardens in Normandy. Boxwood-lined paths, flower beds, ponds and fountains create an atmosphere of serenity and beauty.