Cathérine Bergeyck
Heir Presumptive
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Does the chateau in Fenffe now belong to Philippe and Mathilde?There's also the castle of Fenffe, belonging to the king and queen.
They like to go there for a quiet weekend, or to receive guests.
No, the Castle belongs to the Royal Trust.
Thank you. If the chateau were in my usage, I would use it more because Philippe and Mathilde go to France for their hols instead of just going to Fenffe.
Philippe and Mathilde own a house at the Belgian coast, this is their favourite place it seems. Then there is the castle of Ciergnon, very close to Fenffe, with lots of space and comfort for all family members. E. g. Queen Paola installed a large playroom for her grandchildren there. And finally they also spend time at Losange, the castle of Mathilde’s family. It’s not that surprising that the castle of Fenffe is rarely used these days.
Recently there was a tv report about it. The royal family occasionally receive guests for their annual hunt in Fenffe, but that’s it. The castle got a new roof to avoid damages, but would need extensive renovations if the royals would intend to use it frequently. Fenffe was the favourite retreat of King Leopold and Queen Astrid it was said.
Dear Mara, Thanks very much for the info and for the photos. I had not known that the chateau de Fenffe was in a bad state of repair. Also, I had not known that Philippe and Mathilde had a seaside home. I still feell, however, that Royals need to use more the homes that they do have instead of going abroad although it's probably nicer for them to travel abroad.
Do they know now anything new for the the castle of Fenffe? This is my favorite.
Well, according to Daily Mail, the public don't seem to be that impressed with the Sun and the fact they published this clip:
The Queen being taught a NAZI SALUTE by Edward VIII in 1933 video | Daily Mail Online
The Danish media have of course also published this clip, this being the silly season, and judging from the comments I've glanced, people here consider this a non-story.
The public doesn't matter though. The Sun will earn good money on this story.
The presbytère looks like a very nice and quiet place. I know Albert and Paola had spent part of the lockdown there and Paola decorated it with much taste. I'm sure Louise and the twins will enjoy it.How nice of P&A to make Laurent's children the naked owners of the presbytère of Villers-sur-Lesse.
I guess the family to whom Fenffe was rented did have the means to restore it, I wonder what's the length of the lease. If any of the King's 3 younger children wants to move to the country at some point, Fenffe is ideal.