🎄 Merry Christmas, everyone! 🎄 I know you’ve been waiting to see the videos from my recent trip to Europe, and I’m excited to finally share the first video from the journey! What’s coming next? I explored Italy, Switzerland, more of France, and even traveled to Ukraine to document the war. Thank you all so much for your continued love and support. It means the world to me. And as always- stay off the beaten path! 🛤👣
JeremyXplores would you fufill my suggestion by visiting a abandoned farm and see if you can find a john deere unstyled model a in good condition please and you are the sweetest lovilest guy on youtube
Merry Christmas, Jeremy! Greetings from Kharkiv, Ukraine! I've been watching your videos for years already, and it's absolutely amazing to know, that you visited my country! 🤩
It always breaks my heart to see the beautiful antiques and family items that are left behind. It just goes to show you how true the statement “you can’t take it with you” is.
Yeah, it really hits you seeing all those antiques and personal treasures just left behind like that. It’s walking through someone’s life frozen in time. It makes you think about what really matters in the end- not the stuff we collect, but the memories we make and the people we share them with. Places like this are beautiful, but also a little sad... like they’re holding on to stories that no one’s around to tell anymore. At the end of the day, you can’t take it with you.
@ You are so right. I love your videos because of how you respect and appreciate everything, as well as take the time to look at the details and all the little things. What struck me was the lack of vandalism, if any, compared to some abandoned buildings. It seemed to be primarily natural decay. You know which video of yours I still think about? The one with the kitten crying. The lady had passed, I’m pretty sure had a son that had been in the military, but it was the kitten that got to me. 🙄 I’ll always prefer animals to people I guess. Thanks for a great video and I’m looking forward to the next!
Unfortunately families do disappear. My son is the last of his father's side, if he doesn't have kids, that's it. Especially with well to do families who have fewer kids. Though I don't understand how this place received and lost historical status. A church organization may be interested in a lot of these artifacts. There are some painfully beautiful and valuable items here.
I'm near to speechless! There are not enough words for me to even try to explain the emotion this castle brings out in me personally. Exquisitely medieval? There is an abundance of beauty in this place. The wallpaper in the purple room (makes me want to say deeply lavender because the word purple isn't good enough) The iris wallpaper is stunning. Equally stunning is the blue wallpaper. I loved your intro that gives insight to this place and allows us to see the timeless essence of it. Indeed, the artifacts and the paintings in this place belong in a museum it just makes me cringe to see it rotting away. But still, it's in fabulous condition for the ages. You really had us on our seats edge walking along with you in this explore. And yes, I can't end this comment without mentioning the kill room. Yes, it seems barbaric certainly not my cup of tea but it's a room of statis for the times and the royals gathered to arrange these hunts and it was very dangerous they didn't always come out the winner many royals even Kings were killed during this political affair while hunting the animal often had the last say. It's part of history that tells us a lot about the statis of the individuals that lived here. I thoroughly enjoyed this explore and I welcome you back your viewers have missed you! Bravo' Bravo" for such a grand entrance.
It’s crazy how a place like this can pull so many emotions out of you, right? It’s like every room has its own story, and even in its decay, it still feels alive somehow. I totally get what you mean about the purple room. The iris wallpaper and the blue walls too... just incredible details that make you wonder what it must’ve looked like when it was full of life. And the kill room.. definitely not easy on the eyes, but it’s one of those parts of history that reminds you how different life used to be. Hunting back then wasn’t just about sport- it was about status, survival, and even politics, and sometimes the animals won. It’s intense, but it tells you a lot about the people who lived here. I’m with you on the artifacts and paintings- they really do belong in a museum. At the same time, there’s something about them being left here, like they’re still guarding the past in some strange way. I’m so glad you enjoyed this one. It was definitely one of those places that just sticks with you long after leaving. Thanks so much for watching and for taking the time to share your thoughts. It really means a lot!
Wow! I didn't want this video to end. This place is so beautiful. I'm in love with the blue room, that blue wallpaper was stunning! Thanks so much for exploring this place. I could have watched all day! ❤❤❤
The very best exploration I've ever seen! The furniture and all the artifacts are priceless. It's sad this kind of history is left to rot. Thanks Jeremy. Merry Christmas.
Thank you so much! I’m really glad you enjoyed this exploration. It’s wild to see so many artifacts and pieces of history just frozen in time like that- it really does feel priceless. At the same time, it’s heartbreaking to see it slowly decaying. I appreciate you watching and supporting the channel. There’s so much more to come from this trip, so stay tuned!
20:34 the stuff that nightmares are made of. Hauntingly beautiful with the ceiling falling in, wallpaper hanging in shreds and the wind billowing through the room to remind you that the castle is no longer inhabitable...
This place can be saved, I see so many channels where people are renovating these old castles/chateau's. They should sell it cheap with all the artifacts so someone can restore it back to it's originality. Then they could turn it into a museum, weddings and rent out rooms. The stuff is already there. It is one of the most beautiful places I have ever seen and I would of loved to been on a explore like this, I probably would have spent a week in there just looking through every nook and cranny. Thank you this was awesome to see!
I totally get what you’re saying, and I completely agree- it would be amazing to see a place like this brought back to life and restored to its former glory. The truth is with places like this that are privately owned, it really comes down to the owner's financial situation and whether they truly understand the value of these fragile historic sites. Restoring something this massive and intricate isn’t just about passion... it takes an enormous amount of money, time, and resources, and not everyone is in a position to take that on. That’s why so many of these places end up abandoned or in a state of limbo, even though they have so much potential. It’s definitely a bittersweet feeling walking through it... knowing how incredible it could be, but also seeing how much work it would take to save it. Thanks so much for watching and for sharing your thoughts!
Chateau de Purnon is getting restored. I’ve been watching that channel for a long time now. There are about 95 rooms left to restore. The roof is almost done.
That gentleman in the painting was a man who had something to do with building the titanic. Then after his wife passed, he and his daughter took the tragic trip.
That pottery may be a serious score of antiquity: An official record dated March 7, 1548, indicates Masserot Abaquesne, an enameller on pottery, received a payment for enameled pottery tiles. Tiles were manufactured at Sotteville-les-Rouen from 1542 to about 1550. Rouen potter Edme Poterat established a pottery in Rouen in 1647. Edne is credited with developing a soft-paste porcelain designed to mimic Chinese hard-paste porcelain. The white body was decorated with blue designs inspired by Chinese porcelain. Poterat also is credited with adapting the radiating festoon style decoration on furniture to ceramic forms. Moustiers faience blue white large Rouen Pottery - History Edme’s son Louis assumed management of the pottery in 1673. Because of limited production, the factory was not commercially successful. It ceased operations in 1696. The importance of Poterat’s ceramics is their influence on the forms, shapes, and designs of other contemporary and early 18th century French ceramic manufacturers. Nicolas Levasseur attempted to revive soft paste production in Rouen in 1743. He failed because of the poor quality of his wares. Over a dozen faience factories were established in Rouen in the 18th century. De Bare de la Croizille, Dionis, M. Guillibeaux, Levavasseur, Mahsra, L. Poterat, LeCoq de Villerary, Pavie, Picquet de la Houssiette are some of the firms. By 1791, there were 16 firms. Most produced pieces in an Oriental style, some copying Chinese famille rose and famille verte patterns and elements from Japanese Kakiemon. These factories also produced a wide variety of popular wares, many of which featured satiric genre scenes, and large statuary. By 1798, only ten factories remained.
After I got home from this trip, I dig some digging myself on some of the artifacts I filmed in this place and I think you're right! If the pottery in this place ties back to Rouen or Moustiers, it could be more than just decoration... it could be history frozen in time. Pieces like that, whether they’re those blue-and-white porcelain designs inspired by Chinese art or some of the more playful and decorative pieces from later factories, are rare finds today. I mean we’re talking about craftsmen like Abaquesne in the 1500s, making enameled tiles, and Poterat in the 1600s, experimenting with soft-paste porcelain to mimic imports from China. That’s some serious artistry and attention to detail. And now? It’s just sittin’ there untouched, gathering dust, waiting for someone to notice it again. Makes you wonder what kind of people owned it, what kind of lives they lived, and how something so valuable ended up abandoned. Whether it’s authentic faience, porcelain imitations, or just pieces inspired by that era, it’s worth a closer look. Finds like this don’t just happen... they tell stories. And if this place has taught us anything, it’s that the past doesn’t always stay buried.
I so enjoyed this video. I wonder with no family left, what happens to this property. There must be taxes due. When does it revert to common public property? If ever? I’d love to gather a team of restoration folks. Best wishes.
1:04:30 I'm a reporter and I used to work in an office with printing equipment more than hundred years old. I would bet that someone living there was in the newspaper business. Because there was no easy way to save the printed information, newspapers would save stacks of editions and years exactly like this. They typewriters were to write on of course. It would be very interesting to find out if any of this can be verified, but it looks so familiar!!
Merry Christmas Yes couldn’t wait to see your posting of the latest explore. Incredible! Sad to see this castle just left to rot with so many valuable,personal items ..Thank you for sharing what most of us will never see! Amazing! I appreciate your commitment to detail in an unhurried way…and the back story you give. 😊🙌🏻
This was one of your best videos and more detailed and interesting than the one BigBanks did of the same location - his video was still cool and interesting, but that video focused too much on the macabre heads of the hunted animals, when the place has so much contrast in the other rooms to the bizarre slaughter room and animal heads. You showed the context of the story of the history of the place with the dates of animals, the newspapers dates etc, providing more of an understanding of what was happening over a 100 years ago in that unique place. It is really interesting how you point out fine details of things and show us what you see with your camera, giving the viewer a real sense of the amazing place you are in. Love both you and BigBanks, but Jeremy you really provide a deep poetic, cinematic and intriguing element to the abandoned places.
Sadly, everything in this castle is just getting ruined. If they aren’t going to save the castle, they should save the artifacts inside. Sell them to museums or auction them off to collectors who would care for them. Super interesting video. Merry Christmas 🎄.
what mazes me in these old abandoned houses/castles is that the beds are ALWAYS made !! its insane how they cared about that so much compared to nowadays
Merry Christmas to you too! 🎄 Thank you so much for watching-I'm really glad you enjoyed it. Your support means the world to me, and I hope you’re having an amazing holiday!
What a great castle! Thank you Jeramy, for opening up doors and drawers, I’m snoopy and what to see that too! Not a lot of cob webs either! Hate it when they show cob webs up close! Ick I would love to come buy this house and rescue it. Thank you for showing us. I’m binge watching you today!!
Did we miss some of the rooms? There's a servent stairwell, but no servents quarters? Also seemed like there was more to the basement and a 4th floor/ attic? Regardless this video was amazing. Your research is outstanding, and the time you take to lovingly show all the beauty is just phenomenal. Thank you so much for taking us along eith you. Look forward to every one of your videos! Merry Christmas.
The taxes in France on an abandoned property are 17% the 1st year and 34% the subsequent years. The reason why so many properties are left to decay. Possibly recoup the money from artifact sales after purchasing.
Hi from France ! I totally agree with you, this is so complicated for anyone who would want to restore castles like this one because taxes are soooo expensive and the government rarely participates in the restoration fees... Hopefully someday someone with enough money and motivation will do something about it... Because I find very sad to leave our history to rot. Anyway, thanks for your job, I just discovered your channel and it's very interesting.
This castle is absolutely incredible! I so love your videos. I can’t wait to see more. If I had one dying wish I would want to go with you and explore one of these places. Stay safe Jere, and as always ; stay off the beaten path! ❤
Absolutely speechless! You said to comment if we recognised the fine china, indeed it is Villeroy and Boch - since 1748… Still available in department stores, I collect pieces from the brand. The blue inc was transferred by hand from a fine paper to plate, an art I very much appreciate. Many thanks for this video @jeremyXplores
This was excellent Jeremy!! I so enjoyed every moment. Wow! Stunning and priceless. The historical opening you gave was awesome and intriguing. Thank you and Banks!!! Merry Christmas
Thank you so much for bringing us this gift! We would never otherwise get to see this magnificent castle and your gentle exploration is respectful as usual. I love the wonder you have for these places, it mirrors my own! Really looking forward to see what you have to share with us next. Happy Holidays! 🌟
It’s definitely heartbreaking to see pieces of history left behind like this. Sadly, restoring and preserving artifacts like these can be really complex and costly. I always hope that sharing these places will bring awareness to their stories and maybe even inspire efforts to save others like them.
The china showed around the 15 min mark, which is called "Rouen" based on Rouen, France. A city where they made this type of china, to my knowledge the last of this porcelain china was made just before 1696. Pretty rare and expensive stuff
Right? It really is one of the most mind-boggling places I’ve ever explored too. The history, the artifacts, and just how much was left behind.... it’s like stepping into another world frozen in time. Glad you enjoyed the journey! Thanks so much for watching and for the support!
I hate too see a gorgeous & historical castle left too decay before our eyes! So heartbreaking 💔! Awesome video as always! Merry Christmas Jeremy & everyone! ❤️😘✊🎄
I know, it really is heartbreaking to see places like this slowly fall apart. 💔 But I’m glad I could capture its beauty and share it with you! Thank you so much for watching. Merry Christmas to you too!
Wow what an amazing castle! So many treasures left behind. Great explore as always Jeremy. Glad to see you exploring again. You have been missed. Take care, stay safe and have a Happy New Year.
The hunting trophy room is so creepy but it wasn't like they could just jump in the car and motor down to the corner store in the 1800s. They lived lives completely different than we do today. Some of the china and glass pieces are worth a small fortune as are some of the furniture pieces. I would love to have that book on the Huguenot's as my ancestors were Huguenot's and we were able to trace that lineage back to 1500. What an amazing find, thank you for sharing with us.
Thank you so much! I always try to treat these places with the respect they deserve. It’s important to leave everything just as I found it so others can experience the same sense of wonder... kind of like a museum. I’m glad you noticed and appreciated that!
Merry Christmas 🎅 🎄 Jeremy . Love your shows. Have you ever been in a home or building to explore, and ever felt like there is a presence or seen any apparitions? So many places you journey into are so old. I was just curious.
Beautifúl! May I ask why when you see a window open you don't close it? It will help keep more elements out that will help destroy the house quicker. Like the window by the hat. One house we explored we closed windows to keep the rain out because it was destroying the floor and ceiling in the rooms below them. A trickle down effect
That’s a great question, and I totally get why it’s frustrating to see places like this so open to the elements. A lot of the windows in these old buildings are broken, with hardware that doesn’t work. Many were boarded up at some point, but over time, the boards either fell off or were removed. Unfortunately, without proper repairs or something like chicken wire, there’s no way to secure them properly... and as a visitor, I’m not legally allowed to make any changes. I completely agree that keeping the elements out would help slow the decay, but in the end it’s really up to the current owners to decide whether to preserve it or let time take its toll. Thanks so much for watching and for caring about these places!
Thank you so much! That really means a lot to me. I’m so glad you’re enjoying the videos, and I can’t wait to share more with you. Your support keeps me inspired-happy holidays!
Hi. Your videos are always a treat to watch and this one didn't disappoint, I savoured every minute. A genuine, bonafide time capsule. Looking forward to seeing Big B's take on it. Happy New Year🎉
Merry Christmas Jeremy🎄I hope you had a wonderful day. We spent yesterday afternoon rewatching your previous explorations. We are so excited to watch your exploration! My daughter is giving us countdown until it premieres ❤
Was waiting for that black cross above the bed to suddenly turn upside down and Jeremy to start sprinting for the stairs! Amazing video, thank you for preserving a place like this on video.
I hope you had a wonderful Christmas Jeremy. Such a beautiful castle. It's just sad to see such beautiful treasures go to rot and ruins. Love you loads, please be safe in all your travels. Until next....😊
Thank you so much! ❤ It really is amazing to imagine what this place must have been like in its prime-full of life and beauty. I’m glad I could share a glimpse of its story with you. So happy you enjoyed the video!
WOW! Jeremy this castle just stunning the antiques, its history and the artifacts. Such a beautiful time capsule You found a true Masterpiece, love the way you tell the story, you have the perfect voice for it. Merry Christmas 🎄 And thank you , can’t wait to see what you have for us in 2025
Thank you so much!! I'm really glad you enjoyed this one. This place really is a masterpiece and such an incredible time capsule. The antiques, artifacts, and history all come together to tell a story that’s just unreal to step into. Also, I really appreciate the kind words about the storytelling and voice. It means a lot Merry Christmas 🎄 and thank you for being part of the journey. I’ve got so much more coming in 2025... more castles, abandoned mansions, and even a trip to Ukraine where I documented the war. Can’t wait to share it all with you!
Hi, not till you went into the room with collapsed ceiling did I realise I had seen that castle in a video before, without all that decay. One can not forget that bed once seen. What a shame a few years can do to destroy, it was 2019 I saw the other video of this castle. Thank you for your explore.
Incredible. This does not make me sad. There is so much beauty in decay, and I love this so much more than a dumpster. Rest assured that anything truly precious to someone was likely kept with them. At some point one has to acknowledge it's just "stuff."
Merry Christmas! Jeremy 🎄🎁 this video is Wonderful to see all the different stuff and the beauty of this amazing Castle. Have a wonderful day today and Merry Christmas again and a happy new year.
Come on people this guy Jeremy is awesome. No I don’t know him personally 25,000 people watch this video and just over 1000 likes a serious now it helps the channel with the algorithm. Please hit the LIKE button if you’re watching this.
This home is absolutely gorgeous and definitely tells its story in its own but I couldn't help but notice when you got to the taxidermy room that you kept seeing the slaughter room, but unfortunately that is a way of living back then that was their food source. They didn't have a choice and they made it a Show of trophies basically to show what they were capable of catching. The men used to do that in order to survive And provide for their families for their families. That's why you seen hunting boots in the women's room and the men's but nonetheless, a very stunning home indeed. Thank you for your exploration! Merry Christmas🎄and happy holidays 🎉 to you.
Thank you so much for watching and for your thoughtful comment! You're absolutely right- back then, hunting was a way of life and a means of survival. It’s fascinating how they turned it into a display of skill and status, but it also gives us a glimpse into how different their world was. Seeing those hunting boots in both the men’s and women’s rooms really shows how much their daily lives revolved around providing for their families. I’m glad you enjoyed the explore and found the home as stunning as I did. Merry Christmas 🎄 and Happy Holidays 🎉 to you too! Thanks for being part of the journey! 🙌
I am SO glad you came up in my feed again!! I lost you for a while and all the sudden you popped up again! You are by far the best explorer I've seen yet! I love how you do a history of the place and you really research it you don't just guess. This was an awesome explore! Amazing castle!! The dead animal rooms were sickening though!!! It reminded me of the Texas chainsaw massacre. All in all I'd say, Great job Jeremy!!!
That was a GREAT exploration of the castle. I really enjoyed seeing everything. The taxidermy room was creepy and sad...even saving the heads of their loyal dogs. Hopefully they ate all that they killed. Crazy to see the kitchen way down in the basement. I wish someone will save the castle and artifacts.
At about 5 minutes in, what you called a jewelry box is actually a writing desk, or slope. The compartments are for ink wells and other writing supplies. Love this place. Sorry to see it decaying.
🎄 Merry Christmas, everyone! 🎄
I know you’ve been waiting to see the videos from my recent trip to Europe, and I’m excited to finally share the first video from the journey!
What’s coming next? I explored Italy, Switzerland, more of France, and even traveled to Ukraine to document the war.
Thank you all so much for your continued love and support. It means the world to me. And as always- stay off the beaten path! 🛤👣
JeremyXplores would you fufill my suggestion by visiting a abandoned farm and see if you can find a john deere unstyled model a in good condition please and you are the sweetest lovilest guy on youtube
Merry Christmas, Jeremy! Greetings from Kharkiv, Ukraine! I've been watching your videos for years already, and it's absolutely amazing to know, that you visited my country! 🤩
Merry Christmas Jeremy 🎄🙏
@JeremyXplores 🏰Subscribed. Thank you for this video. Loved that you started on the top floor. Safe travels, friend.
It always breaks my heart to see the beautiful antiques and family items that are left behind. It just goes to show you how true the statement “you can’t take it with you” is.
Yeah, it really hits you seeing all those antiques and personal treasures just left behind like that. It’s walking through someone’s life frozen in time. It makes you think about what really matters in the end- not the stuff we collect, but the memories we make and the people we share them with. Places like this are beautiful, but also a little sad... like they’re holding on to stories that no one’s around to tell anymore. At the end of the day, you can’t take it with you.
@ You are so right. I love your videos because of how you respect and appreciate everything, as well as take the time to look at the details and all the little things. What struck me was the lack of vandalism, if any, compared to some abandoned buildings. It seemed to be primarily natural decay. You know which video of yours I still think about? The one with the kitten crying. The lady had passed, I’m pretty sure had a son that had been in the military, but it was the kitten that got to me. 🙄 I’ll always prefer animals to people I guess. Thanks for a great video and I’m looking forward to the next!
At the same time amazing castle and gorgeous furniture and artifacts, but the atmosphere is heavy and depressing...sad to see everything left behind.
Unfortunately families do disappear. My son is the last of his father's side, if he doesn't have kids, that's it. Especially with well to do families who have fewer kids. Though I don't understand how this place received and lost historical status. A church organization may be interested in a lot of these artifacts. There are some painfully beautiful and valuable items here.
I'm near to speechless! There are not enough words for me to even try to explain the emotion this castle brings out in me personally. Exquisitely medieval? There is an abundance of beauty in this place. The wallpaper in the purple room (makes me want to say deeply lavender because the word purple isn't good enough) The iris wallpaper is stunning. Equally stunning is the blue wallpaper. I loved your intro that gives insight to this place and allows us to see the timeless essence of it. Indeed, the artifacts and the paintings in this place belong in a museum it just makes me cringe to see it rotting away. But still, it's in fabulous condition for the ages. You really had us on our seats edge walking along with you in this explore. And yes, I can't end this comment without mentioning the kill room. Yes, it seems barbaric certainly not my cup of tea but it's a room of statis for the times and the royals gathered to arrange these hunts and it was very dangerous they didn't always come out the winner many royals even Kings were killed during this political affair while hunting the animal often had the last say. It's part of history that tells us a lot about the statis of the individuals that lived here. I thoroughly enjoyed this explore and I welcome you back your viewers have missed you! Bravo' Bravo" for such a grand entrance.
It’s crazy how a place like this can pull so many emotions out of you, right? It’s like every room has its own story, and even in its decay, it still feels alive somehow. I totally get what you mean about the purple room. The iris wallpaper and the blue walls too... just incredible details that make you wonder what it must’ve looked like when it was full of life. And the kill room.. definitely not easy on the eyes, but it’s one of those parts of history that reminds you how different life used to be. Hunting back then wasn’t just about sport- it was about status, survival, and even politics, and sometimes the animals won. It’s intense, but it tells you a lot about the people who lived here.
I’m with you on the artifacts and paintings- they really do belong in a museum. At the same time, there’s something about them being left here, like they’re still guarding the past in some strange way. I’m so glad you enjoyed this one. It was definitely one of those places that just sticks with you long after leaving. Thanks so much for watching and for taking the time to share your thoughts. It really means a lot!
Wow! I didn't want this video to end. This place is so beautiful. I'm in love with the blue room, that blue wallpaper was stunning! Thanks so much for exploring this place. I could have watched all day! ❤❤❤
The very best exploration I've ever seen! The furniture and all the artifacts are priceless. It's sad this kind of history is left to rot. Thanks Jeremy. Merry Christmas.
Thank you so much! I’m really glad you enjoyed this exploration. It’s wild to see so many artifacts and pieces of history just frozen in time like that- it really does feel priceless. At the same time, it’s heartbreaking to see it slowly decaying.
I appreciate you watching and supporting the channel. There’s so much more to come from this trip, so stay tuned!
20:34 the stuff that nightmares are made of.
Hauntingly beautiful with the ceiling falling in, wallpaper hanging in shreds and the wind billowing through the room to remind you that the castle is no longer inhabitable...
Can’t wait for this one! Merry Christmas 🎁🎄
Merry Christmas!! I'm super excited about this one! It's hands down the best castle I've EVER explored! I hope you love it!
This place can be saved, I see so many channels where people are renovating these old castles/chateau's. They should sell it cheap with all the artifacts so someone can restore it back to it's originality. Then they could turn it into a museum, weddings and rent out rooms. The stuff is already there. It is one of the most beautiful places I have ever seen and I would of loved to been on a explore like this, I probably would have spent a week in there just looking through every nook and cranny. Thank you this was awesome to see!
Sandy, I’m right with you there!!
I totally get what you’re saying, and I completely agree- it would be amazing to see a place like this brought back to life and restored to its former glory. The truth is with places like this that are privately owned, it really comes down to the owner's financial situation and whether they truly understand the value of these fragile historic sites. Restoring something this massive and intricate isn’t just about passion... it takes an enormous amount of money, time, and resources, and not everyone is in a position to take that on. That’s why so many of these places end up abandoned or in a state of limbo, even though they have so much potential.
It’s definitely a bittersweet feeling walking through it... knowing how incredible it could be, but also seeing how much work it would take to save it. Thanks so much for watching and for sharing your thoughts!
Chateau de Purnon is getting restored. I’ve been watching that channel for a long time now. There are about 95 rooms left to restore. The roof is almost done.
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I saw the one where the woman from autralia restored one and decided to sell and at a loss
I’ll bet this home has a lot of secret rooms in it behind hidden doors. What a great explore.
That gentleman in the painting was a man who had something to do with building the titanic. Then after his wife passed, he and his daughter took the tragic trip.
That pottery may be a serious score of antiquity: An official record dated March 7, 1548, indicates Masserot Abaquesne, an enameller on pottery, received a payment for enameled pottery tiles. Tiles were manufactured at Sotteville-les-Rouen from 1542 to about 1550.
Rouen potter Edme Poterat established a pottery in Rouen in 1647. Edne is credited with developing a soft-paste porcelain designed to mimic Chinese hard-paste porcelain. The white body was decorated with blue designs inspired by Chinese porcelain. Poterat also is credited with adapting the radiating festoon style decoration on furniture to ceramic forms.
Moustiers faience blue white large
Rouen Pottery - History
Edme’s son Louis assumed management of the pottery in 1673. Because of limited production, the factory was not commercially successful. It ceased operations in 1696. The importance of Poterat’s ceramics is their influence on the forms, shapes, and designs of other contemporary and early 18th century French ceramic manufacturers.
Nicolas Levasseur attempted to revive soft paste production in Rouen in 1743. He failed because of the poor quality of his wares.
Over a dozen faience factories were established in Rouen in the 18th century. De Bare de la Croizille, Dionis, M. Guillibeaux, Levavasseur, Mahsra, L. Poterat, LeCoq de Villerary, Pavie, Picquet de la Houssiette are some of the firms. By 1791, there were 16 firms.
Most produced pieces in an Oriental style, some copying Chinese famille rose and famille verte patterns and elements from Japanese Kakiemon. These factories also produced a wide variety of popular wares, many of which featured satiric genre scenes, and large statuary. By 1798, only ten factories remained.
After I got home from this trip, I dig some digging myself on some of the artifacts I filmed in this place and I think you're right! If the pottery in this place ties back to Rouen or Moustiers, it could be more than just decoration... it could be history frozen in time. Pieces like that, whether they’re those blue-and-white porcelain designs inspired by Chinese art or some of the more playful and decorative pieces from later factories, are rare finds today. I mean we’re talking about craftsmen like Abaquesne in the 1500s, making enameled tiles, and Poterat in the 1600s, experimenting with soft-paste porcelain to mimic imports from China. That’s some serious artistry and attention to detail.
And now? It’s just sittin’ there untouched, gathering dust, waiting for someone to notice it again. Makes you wonder what kind of people owned it, what kind of lives they lived, and how something so valuable ended up abandoned.
Whether it’s authentic faience, porcelain imitations, or just pieces inspired by that era, it’s worth a closer look. Finds like this don’t just happen... they tell stories. And if this place has taught us anything, it’s that the past doesn’t always stay buried.
I so enjoyed this video. I wonder with no family left, what happens to this property. There must be taxes due. When does it revert to common public property? If ever? I’d love to gather a team of restoration folks. Best wishes.
Can someone notify a curator? They may have more resources available at saving some of this.
1:04:30 I'm a reporter and I used to work in an office with printing equipment more than hundred years old. I would bet that someone living there was in the newspaper business. Because there was no easy way to save the printed information, newspapers would save stacks of editions and years exactly like this. They typewriters were to write on of course.
It would be very interesting to find out if any of this can be verified, but it looks so familiar!!
Merry Christmas
Yes couldn’t wait to see your posting of the latest explore.
Incredible! Sad to see this castle just left to rot with so many valuable,personal items ..Thank you for sharing what most of us will never see! Amazing!
I appreciate your commitment to detail in an unhurried way…and the back story you give. 😊🙌🏻
Thanks
Love your videos BIG TIME! Amazing, incredible work!!!
Amazing video and story telling man!
This is amazing!! Xx
Thank you so much!! 😊 Glad you enjoyed it! xx
This was one of your best videos and more detailed and interesting than the one BigBanks did of the same location - his video was still cool and interesting, but that video focused too much on the macabre heads of the hunted animals, when the place has so much contrast in the other rooms to the bizarre slaughter room and animal heads. You showed the context of the story of the history of the place with the dates of animals, the newspapers dates etc, providing more of an understanding of what was happening over a 100 years ago in that unique place. It is really interesting how you point out fine details of things and show us what you see with your camera, giving the viewer a real sense of the amazing place you are in. Love both you and BigBanks, but Jeremy you really provide a deep poetic, cinematic and intriguing element to the abandoned places.
I don’t like Big Banks. He never seems interested at all in the places he visits. I can’t stand to watch him anymore
@Glosoli4 i think you are right.
Sadly, everything in this castle is just getting ruined. If they aren’t going to save the castle, they should save the artifacts inside. Sell them to museums or auction them off to collectors who would care for them.
Super interesting video. Merry Christmas 🎄.
The wind adds so much to this story.
oh my goodness Jeremy that was just the best ever magical castle thank you so muchxxxhappy new yearxxxxxx
what mazes me in these old abandoned houses/castles is that the beds are ALWAYS made !! its insane how they cared about that so much compared to nowadays
Merry Christmas-So glad to see you. What a present
Merry Christmas to you too! 🎄 Thank you so much for watching-I'm really glad you enjoyed it. Your support means the world to me, and I hope you’re having an amazing holiday!
감사합니다.
Jeremy,I appreciate the research you do for all the houses etc you enter.
What a great castle! Thank you Jeramy, for opening up doors and drawers, I’m snoopy and what to see that too! Not a lot of cob webs either! Hate it when they show cob webs up close! Ick I would love to come buy this house and rescue it. Thank you for showing us. I’m binge watching you today!!
THIS WAS ABSOLUTELY AMAZING. I HAVE SEEN SEVERAL OLD CASTLE TOURS ONLINE BY OTHERS, BUT THIS ONE WAS GREAT. THANKS JEREMY!
Stop talking in all Caps, Donut. It looks like you're yelling.
Did we miss some of the rooms? There's a servent stairwell, but no servents quarters? Also seemed like there was more to the basement and a 4th floor/ attic? Regardless this video was amazing. Your research is outstanding, and the time you take to lovingly show all the beauty is just phenomenal. Thank you so much for taking us along eith you. Look forward to every one of your videos! Merry Christmas.
Merry Christmas Jeremy. I got so excited when I got the notification for your video.
The taxes in France on an abandoned property are 17% the 1st year and 34% the subsequent years. The reason why so many properties are left to decay. Possibly recoup the money from artifact sales after purchasing.
Hi from France ! I totally agree with you, this is so complicated for anyone who would want to restore castles like this one because taxes are soooo expensive and the government rarely participates in the restoration fees... Hopefully someday someone with enough money and motivation will do something about it... Because I find very sad to leave our history to rot. Anyway, thanks for your job, I just discovered your channel and it's very interesting.
This castle is absolutely incredible! I so love your videos. I can’t wait to see more. If I had one dying wish I would want to go with you and explore one of these places. Stay safe Jere, and as always ; stay off the beaten path! ❤
Absolutely speechless! You said to comment if we recognised the fine china, indeed it is Villeroy and Boch - since 1748… Still available in department stores, I collect pieces from the brand. The blue inc was transferred by hand from a fine paper to plate, an art I very much appreciate. Many thanks for this video @jeremyXplores
Ah, the purple room is beautiful with purple iris flowers on its wallpaper 💜 😍 ❤❤❤
This Castle is unbelievable. Thanks for showing this. MERRY CHRISTMAS🎄
Right? It’s absolutely unreal! 🎄 Thanks so much for watching-Merry Christmas to you too!
This was excellent Jeremy!! I so enjoyed every moment. Wow! Stunning and priceless. The historical opening you gave was awesome and intriguing. Thank you and Banks!!! Merry Christmas
Those copper skillets alone are Worth more than you could even imagine.
Merry Christmas Jere, missed ya buddy! ❤
Thanks!
Thank you so much for bringing us this gift! We would never otherwise get to see this magnificent castle and your gentle exploration is respectful as usual. I love the wonder you have for these places, it mirrors my own! Really looking forward to see what you have to share with us next. Happy Holidays! 🌟
Best castle contents I’ve ever seen! Those mounted hunting “dogs” are wolves! 😂 Thank You, just beautiful!
Posto meraviglioso ! Bellissimo video ,grazie !
Hi Jeremy and everyone, Merry Christmas. ❤
Couldn’t these artifacts be saved? Such a shame!!
It’s definitely heartbreaking to see pieces of history left behind like this. Sadly, restoring and preserving artifacts like these can be really complex and costly. I always hope that sharing these places will bring awareness to their stories and maybe even inspire efforts to save others like them.
The china showed around the 15 min mark, which is called "Rouen" based on Rouen, France. A city where they made this type of china, to my knowledge the last of this porcelain china was made just before 1696. Pretty rare and expensive stuff
This is one of the most mind boggling places I've ever seen.
Right? It really is one of the most mind-boggling places I’ve ever explored too. The history, the artifacts, and just how much was left behind.... it’s like stepping into another world frozen in time. Glad you enjoyed the journey! Thanks so much for watching and for the support!
I hate too see a gorgeous & historical castle left too decay before our eyes! So heartbreaking 💔! Awesome video as always! Merry Christmas Jeremy & everyone! ❤️😘✊🎄
I know, it really is heartbreaking to see places like this slowly fall apart. 💔 But I’m glad I could capture its beauty and share it with you! Thank you so much for watching. Merry Christmas to you too!
Great video Jeremy. Thank you so much for sharing ❤
Thanks so much!! I'm glad you enjoyed it!
Yay!! You're on your French Adventure!! Starting off with a bang!! Have fun & be safe!
Wow what an amazing castle! So many treasures left behind. Great explore as always Jeremy. Glad to see you exploring again. You have been missed. Take care, stay safe and have a Happy New Year.
The hunting trophy room is so creepy but it wasn't like they could just jump in the car and motor down to the corner store in the 1800s. They lived lives completely different than we do today. Some of the china and glass pieces are worth a small fortune as are some of the furniture pieces. I would love to have that book on the Huguenot's as my ancestors were Huguenot's and we were able to trace that lineage back to 1500. What an amazing find, thank you for sharing with us.
Such a beautiful castle! So many details and belongings! Good to see you Jeremy! Stay safe!
I love that you put things back exactly
Thank you so much! I always try to treat these places with the respect they deserve. It’s important to leave everything just as I found it so others can experience the same sense of wonder... kind of like a museum. I’m glad you noticed and appreciated that!
Agree,he shows a lot of respect.
Another Banger thanks🇦🇺❤️👍
Thank you so much! 🇦🇺❤👍 Glad you enjoyed it-more adventures coming soon!
Another great video and narration Jeremy. Enjoy the holidays!! 😊🎅🧑🎄
I will never understand how a family just walks away and leaves their belongings. Or someone doesn’t legally save it?😢
Maybe toomuch money involved in one way or other.
Merry Christmas 🎅 🎄 Jeremy . Love your shows. Have you ever been in a home or building to explore, and ever felt like there is a presence or seen any apparitions? So many places you journey into are so old. I was just curious.
The antiques in the mansion aren't worth hundreds of thousands , they are worth millions
Beautifúl! May I ask why when you see a window open you don't close it? It will help keep more elements out that will help destroy the house quicker. Like the window by the hat. One house we explored we closed windows to keep the rain out because it was destroying the floor and ceiling in the rooms below them. A trickle down effect
That’s a great question, and I totally get why it’s frustrating to see places like this so open to the elements. A lot of the windows in these old buildings are broken, with hardware that doesn’t work. Many were boarded up at some point, but over time, the boards either fell off or were removed. Unfortunately, without proper repairs or something like chicken wire, there’s no way to secure them properly... and as a visitor, I’m not legally allowed to make any changes. I completely agree that keeping the elements out would help slow the decay, but in the end it’s really up to the current owners to decide whether to preserve it or let time take its toll.
Thanks so much for watching and for caring about these places!
Hello, I love your videos. Now im doing a video marathon . Thank you for sharing
Thank you Jeremy. This is another fine video. I so look forward to each of your videos.
Thank you so much! That really means a lot to me. I’m so glad you’re enjoying the videos, and I can’t wait to share more with you. Your support keeps me inspired-happy holidays!
Hi. Your videos are always a treat to watch and this one didn't disappoint, I savoured every minute. A genuine, bonafide time capsule. Looking forward to seeing Big B's take on it. Happy New Year🎉
This is great, I have been waiting for an update on your videos.. Merry Christmas Jeremy🎄
Thank you Jeremy- amazing exploration..Merry Christmas 😊
The old fire extinguisher is amazing
Breathtaking. What a gem❤
Merry Christmas Jeremy🎄I hope you had a wonderful day. We spent yesterday afternoon rewatching your previous explorations. We are so excited to watch your exploration! My daughter is giving us countdown until it premieres ❤
Was waiting for that black cross above the bed to suddenly turn upside down and Jeremy to start sprinting for the stairs! Amazing video, thank you for preserving a place like this on video.
Merry Christmas! Absolutely astounding.
Thank you for explaining. Terribly sad of such a loss of the past but maybe things will change since they’ve shared this story
I hope you had a wonderful Christmas Jeremy.
Such a beautiful castle. It's just sad to see such beautiful treasures go to rot and ruins. Love you loads, please be safe in all your travels. Until next....😊
Beautiful thank you for showing it. Stay safe. God bless you.🙏🏼
The music room is gorgeous ❤❤
This home is so Amazing, To imagine everything at one time beautiful an new. 😢❤ GREAT VIDEO.
Thank you so much! ❤ It really is amazing to imagine what this place must have been like in its prime-full of life and beauty. I’m glad I could share a glimpse of its story with you. So happy you enjoyed the video!
@JeremyXplores ,You're Welcome , I'm happy to see you back. 👍
WOW! Jeremy this castle just stunning the antiques, its history and the artifacts. Such a beautiful time capsule
You found a true Masterpiece, love the way you tell the story, you have the perfect voice for it. Merry Christmas 🎄
And thank you , can’t wait to see what you have for us in 2025
Thank you so much!! I'm really glad you enjoyed this one. This place really is a masterpiece and such an incredible time capsule. The antiques, artifacts, and history all come together to tell a story that’s just unreal to step into. Also, I really appreciate the kind words about the storytelling and voice. It means a lot
Merry Christmas 🎄 and thank you for being part of the journey. I’ve got so much more coming in 2025... more castles, abandoned mansions, and even a trip to Ukraine where I documented the war. Can’t wait to share it all with you!
@ can’t wait, all sounds very exciting. Take care
I’m so excited to see a new episode
YES.... We'll stick with, that suitcase was definitely 💯% a Vampire Kit..😉👍🤣🤣
Hi, not till you went into the room with collapsed ceiling did I realise I had seen that castle in a video before, without all that decay. One can not forget that bed once seen. What a shame a few years can do to destroy, it was 2019 I saw the other video of this castle. Thank you for your explore.
Incredible. This does not make me sad. There is so much beauty in decay, and I love this so much more than a dumpster. Rest assured that anything truly precious to someone was likely kept with them. At some point one has to acknowledge it's just "stuff."
I’ve enjoyed this castle it must be one of the best for me, absolutely wonderful, thank you so much Jeremy ❤️🙏
Merry Christmas! Jeremy 🎄🎁 this video is Wonderful to see all the different stuff and the beauty of this amazing Castle.
Have a wonderful day today and Merry Christmas again and a happy new year.
Wow, the wind sounds spooky, like screaming ghosts 😮😢😢
Great tour of this Castle! Thank you Jeremy! Merry Christmas! 🎄🎅🤶☃️❄️
Come on people this guy Jeremy is awesome. No I don’t know him personally 25,000 people watch this video and just over 1000 likes a serious now it helps the channel with the algorithm. Please hit the LIKE button if you’re watching this.
Incredible exploration. The place truly one of a kind 👌
Scary dogs and hazardous black mould. I love the vases and the blue China.
Merry Christmas Jeremy! Amazing video! I look forward to seeing your upcoming explorations. Safe travels 🙂
This home is absolutely gorgeous and definitely tells its story in its own but I couldn't help but notice when you got to the taxidermy room that you kept seeing the slaughter room, but unfortunately that is a way of living back then that was their food source. They didn't have a choice and they made it a Show of trophies basically to show what they were capable of catching. The men used to do that in order to survive And provide for their families for their families. That's why you seen hunting boots in the women's room and the men's but nonetheless, a very stunning home indeed. Thank you for your exploration! Merry Christmas🎄and happy holidays 🎉 to you.
Thank you so much for watching and for your thoughtful comment! You're absolutely right- back then, hunting was a way of life and a means of survival. It’s fascinating how they turned it into a display of skill and status, but it also gives us a glimpse into how different their world was. Seeing those hunting boots in both the men’s and women’s rooms really shows how much their daily lives revolved around providing for their families. I’m glad you enjoyed the explore and found the home as stunning as I did.
Merry Christmas 🎄 and Happy Holidays 🎉 to you too! Thanks for being part of the journey! 🙌
Wow, oh wow! Can't believe that beautiful furniture is still there! Great research!
Merry Christmas, 😊❤🎄💚
Merry Christmas!!!
Great exploration Jeremy! So many wonderful things in that castle!😃Merry Christmas!
I am SO glad you came up in my feed again!! I lost you for a while and all the sudden you popped up again! You are by far the best explorer I've seen yet! I love how you do a history of the place and you really research it you don't just guess. This was an awesome explore! Amazing castle!! The dead animal rooms were sickening though!!! It reminded me of the Texas chainsaw massacre. All in all I'd say, Great job Jeremy!!!
Imagine what it looked like back then!❤
wow! thank you so much for sharing! x
i love ur videos a lot i hope u keep making them cuz i love this kind of videos
That “chandelier” is a bed “canapé” from which bed curtains hang.
That was a GREAT exploration of the castle. I really enjoyed seeing everything. The taxidermy room was creepy and sad...even saving the heads of their loyal dogs. Hopefully they ate all that they killed. Crazy to see the kitchen way down in the basement. I wish someone will save the castle and artifacts.
It needs to be restored!!!
I always havr to wonder just how abandoned these castles are when I see the parklands all nicely mowed and gardens cared for.
At about 5 minutes in, what you called a jewelry box is actually a writing desk, or slope. The compartments are for ink wells and other writing supplies. Love this place. Sorry to see it decaying.
Thanks for the interesting and informative video 👍 ❤