The Château de Boulogne, all co-châtelains !
Boulogne, all co-châtelains !
537 613€
net collected
(713 015€ gross collected)
OPEN until
December 31st, 2024
5 521
Shareholders and co-châtelains from 65 countries since 2022
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An astonishing building, haunted by the ghosts of the First World War, nestling in a forest that has yet to reveal all its secrets: the Château de Boulogne is finally going to lift the veil on its mystery...
One year after the launch of this crazy project, which brought together 5 521 co-Châtelains from 65 countries, the Château de Boulogne project is about to get under way.
In a few weeks' time, the purchase of the Château will be made official, and with it the launch of our first tourist season in 2024, when co-Châtelains and visitors alike will be able to enjoy this unique place in the world.
Being co-Chatelain and shareholder of the Château de Boulogne-la-Grasse
It’s participating in the history of the castle.
The task before us is vast: to bring this heritage jewel back to life while ensuring its preservation for future generations.
As co-castle of the Château de Boulogne, you play a key role in this renaissance, by supporting initiatives that combine preservation and tourist development, in order to reveal all the richness and potential of this unique place.
Joining our community means living an exceptional experience, helping to transform the Château de Boulogne into a living space where history and magic meet, while enjoying exclusive benefits.
It means benefiting from exclusive advantages thanks to your membership card.
Your personal membership card allows you to proudly identify yourself as a co-Châtelain.
Its color, representative of the number of shares you hold, opens the doors to a range of exclusive benefits and special offers and allows you to:
Enjoy priority access to our castles;
Take advantage of discounts when shopping online;
Pay for your purchases in our castles;
Take advantage of a cash-back system.
To find out all about the membership card, click here .
Huge potential to be developed
The Château de Boulogne and its estate stand out as an exceptional place, ready to host ambitious projects. With its 3 hectares of forest, its unique architectural details and its 500 m² of interior spaces, it offers an ideal setting for exhibitions, private or professional events, exclusive privatizations and the development of a complete accommodation offer.
Already boasting a large attendance with thousands of charmed visitors, the Château is generating real enthusiasm, as evidenced by the numerous requests for private events which reinforce its attractiveness and dynamism.
Organizing future expenses
1. Finalization of the Payment of the Castle
Second deadline: a key step to honor the financial commitments linked to the project
Third deadline: the last payment to conclude the financing of the castle
2. Preservation and Security
Securing the site: securing the roof and façade to secure entry to the castle and allow visits to the interior.
3. Valorization and Development
Mediation route: design of a scripted visit route
On-site accommodation: creating an offer to enrich the visitor experience
General works on the castle
Towards opening the castle and the estate to the public
The general works are divided into several stages, aiming to gradually open the site to the public while protecting its historical elements.
Securing the roof and façade to secure the entrance to the castle and allow visits to the interior: reworking of the masonry and installation of nets.
Step 1
Securing the roof of the current castle.
This key step will allow us to secure entry to the castle and therefore authorize visits to the interiors.
The tourist development of the castle
Phase 1: Mediation project
The creation of a scripted tour route
The Boulogne estate, its castle, its wonders, its unique architectural style and its history lend themselves perfectly to the creation of a scripted tour. The site is full of hundreds of anecdotes and fascinating details!
Several thousand of you have already been privileged to discover the places and fascinating anecdotes around the castle when it opened during the European Heritage Days.
Our private events have given us a taste of the site's potential and we have only one desire: to continue to help people discover the treasures of the castle.
2. Work on and conversion of our houses into junior suites
The Château de Boulogne plans to create 5 Junior Suites within its interior spaces. These suites will combine the authentic charm of historic architecture with modern and refined comfort, offering a unique experience to its future visitors.
Designed to enhance the exceptional setting of the château, these Junior Suites are part of a vision that respects the soul and history of the place.
They will constitute a key step in the development of an exclusive accommodation offer, intended to attract customers in search of authenticity and history.
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Co-châtelain: a unique status in the world
Become co-châtelain of an architectural and historical extravaganza, 1 hour from Paris
The Château de Boulogne is a monument like no other. Straight out of the imagination of the Comte de Boulogne, the château is a veritable architectural extravaganza. At the end of the 19th century, Charles de Boulogne, a wealthy landowner of Belgian origin, acquired the title of Count. He had a colourful fortress built at Boulogne-la-Grasse, on the remains of the Lancry family castle.
In this unique phantasmagoria, the profane and the sacred, images and ideals, esotericism and history all come together.
The reinforced concrete framework enabled the Count to build a solid edifice in a short space of time, and above all to give free rein to his imagination: sculptures of saints, gargoyle mascarons, Gothic inspirations, Romanesque motifs, Arthurian references and Latin inscriptions...
The castle contains hundreds of hidden treasures that invite visitors to decipher the symbols and messages left by Count Charles de Boulogne.
For less than €100, treat yourself to a slice of the castle!
Have you always dreamt of being part of something great, of making your mark on history and helping to preserve our cultural heritage? Become a co-châtelain and shareholder in this unique château, play your part in its renaissance and enjoy exceptional privileges! Your investment of €99 per share entitles you to the many privileges of co-châtelains and to own a share in the Châteaux Merveilles SAS.
Would you like to offer a gift voucher (accompanied by a gift box) to a loved one?
It's possible too! You need to purchase a voucher for a third party with the "Ma Part du Château" gift box by clicking on the "invest via gift box" button. All the recipient has to do is activate the box and subscribe to the share.
This simple and secure way allows you to make your loved ones true co-châtelains and shareholders of this architectural jewel and participate in its renaissance (Frequently asked questions and tutorial at the bottom of the page).
Privileged access to the magic of the Château de Boulogne
By joining the adventure, you benefit from exceptional advantages:
- Become a shareholder and co-châtelain,
- Benefit from free admission for life to open-air tours,
- Participate in private community events,
- Discounts on privatizations and the châteaux boutique,
- Participate in major decision-making processes,
- Exempt your investment from tax (for French tax residents only) (see eponymous section below).
As a shareholder and co-chairman, you will be an integral part of the revitalisation of this historic treasure. You will also be invited to special events reserved for our community, sharing authentic moments with other enthusiasts from all over the world.
As a co-châtelain, your voice will be heard when important decisions are made, giving you the chance to shape the future of Château de Boulogne in collaboration with the Dartagnans teams.
Co-Châtelains' privileges according to their number of shares :
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Financing stages
How can I subscribe to a share or offer a share purchase voucher (box)?
The share without the box: for yourself or your minor child only.
If you wish to purchase one or more shares for yourself, without the box, simply click on the "INVEST" button.
The share with the box: To offer yourself a share voucher with the "Ma Part du Château" collector's box, simply click on the "INVEST VIA THE GIFT BOX" button.
If you'd like to order more than one, simply indicate the number of boxes you'd like to receive on the form.
Inside you'll find a unique 16-digit membership card and a unique code, which you'll need to activate the box.
Note 1: Activating the box
The box must be activated on receipt and before the end of the campaign. After this time, the value of the voucher it represents will be transformed into an anonymous donation to SAS Châteaux Merveilles, and the beneficiary of the voucher/box will not benefit from the associated share and will therefore not be a shareholder. The value of the share voucher and the associated delivery charges cannot be reimbursed to the purchaser.
Note 2: Box delivery
Boxes are sent every month.
For boxes sent outside France, delays may be added due to postal and customs specificities.
Please note that if several boxes are ordered, only one delivery address can be indicated. In order to send boxes to several different addresses, you will need to repeat the procedure for each box.
The share without the box: for yourself or your minor child only
If you wish to purchase one or more shares for yourself, without the box, simply click on the "INVEST" button.
How can I subscribe to a share or offer a share purchase voucher (box)?
The IR PME scheme allows income tax payers to reduce the amount of their tax by 18% of the sums invested in the capital of French and European SMEs. Official source: https://www.legifrance.gouv.fr
The amount of the tax reduction is calculated on the basis of payments made during
a calendar year in accordance with the following conditions:
✓ Subscription to the initial capital or a capital increase of an unlisted SME (BOI-IR-RICI-90-10-20) before 31 December of the current tax year.
✓ Conservation by the taxpayer of the securities acquired for at least 5 years from the date of subscription.
✓ Be an individual whose tax residence is in France.
✓ Carry forward the investment to the 2042 C tax return.
What amounts?
> €50,000 investment for a single person, i.e. a maximum tax reduction of €12,500
> €100,000 for married or civil union couples (joint taxation) for a maximum tax reduction of €25,000.
Please note that The rate of tax reduction has changed (see table below).
Please note that the tax benefits associated with the IR-PME scheme are not compatible with those associated with an investment via a PEA or PEA-PME.
Please note: vouchers purchased for a third party are not eligible for tax relief under the IR scheme.
The value of the box is not included in the value of your investment.
Good to know: Parents can claim tax relief on their minor child's share.
To find out more about the IR PME scheme, see Taxation 1. What are the tax benefits of investing? section of the FAQ.
Warning: This page is intended as a guide only and should not be used as a substitute for official (up-to-date) texts. Taxpayers remain solely responsible for their own tax returns. The income tax return filed with the tax authorities depends on the asset situation of each subscriber. As SAS Châteaux Merveilles (Château de Boulogne) is not a tax consultancy, we recommend that you contact the appropriate institutions for advice on these issues.
Where can I find my tax receipt/subscription form?
Your tax receipt corresponds to your subscription form. It will be issued and sent by email at the end of the investment campaign.
How can I subscribe to a share or offer a share purchase voucher (box)?
The box, the share - how does it work? Questions about how the investment works (for you, a relative, a minor child, etc.)? What do I gain by investing in this project? What does being an investor involve and what are the risks?
We answer all the most frequently asked questions in our FAQ, which you can find below:
Warning: investments present a significant risk of partial or total loss of capital, as well as a risk of illiquidity.
If you have any questions about the risks associated with investing, please refer to the FAQ: What does being an investor entail and what are the risks?
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