The Eiffel Room in the Donjon de Vez is a unique testimony to the talent of Gustave Eiffel, the famous French engineer responsible for the Eiffel Tower. Here, his genius is expressed in a remarkable iron framework, designed in the form of a cradle frame. This architectural masterpiece, both functional and aesthetic, illustrates Eiffel’s revolutionary contribution to 19th-century civil engineering.
Timberwork: a work in iron by Eiffel
Léon Dru, restorer and patron of the arts
The creation of this room was part of the work undertaken by Léon Dru, a renowned industrialist and former owner of the estate. Keen to restore the keep’s feudal character, he surrounded himself with the best talents of his time, including Gustave Eiffel. In addition to his efforts to preserve our heritage, Léon Dru distinguished himself as a patron of the arts, helping to enrich national collections.
Old meets new
The Salle Eiffel is a perfect illustration of the meeting of tradition and modernity, symbolizing the bold marriage of medieval heritage and the industrial advances of the time. It embodies the innovative spirit of Gustave Eiffel and Léon Dru’s commitment to the preservation and enhancement of historic monuments.
