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Manoir de Gisson is a window into France’s royal and medieval past. Locate it on the map, book a room nearby in a click, or add it to your travel list to build your itinerary.
About Manoir de Gisson
The Manoir de Gisson is a beautiful 16th-century manor house located in the heart of Sarlat-la-Canéda, a medieval town in the Dordogne region of France. This stunning mansion has been beautifully preserved and restored, and it is now open to the public as a museum. Visitors can explore the elegant rooms of the manor, which are decorated with antique furnishings, period tapestries, and other historical artifacts. The manor's history is closely linked to the turbulent times of the French Wars of Religion in the 16th century. The original owner, Guillaume de Gisson, was a wealthy merchant and a leading member of the Protestant community in Sarlat. However, during the conflict, he was accused of treason by the Catholic authorities and executed in 1562. The manor was confiscated by the Crown and later sold to a Catholic family, who lived there until the French Revolution. In the early 20th century, the manor was bought by a wealthy art collector, who restored it to its former glory and filled it with an impressive collection of antiques and works of art. Today, the Manoir de Gisson is a must-see attraction for anyone interested in history, architecture, and art.
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