MIRVILLE CASTLE
Belonging to the same family since 1669, the Château de Mirville is the historical heart of the Coubertin lineage.
The great-granddaughter of the Marquis de Mirville married Charles de Coubertin there, and from their union four children were born, including Pierre de Coubertin, the future creator of the modern Olympic Games.
It was in this peaceful area of Normandy that Pierre spent a large part of his childhood.
Between park, river and sporting activities — tennis, swimming, rowing — he developed very early on the passion and values that would give birth to the Olympic ideal.
KEY FACTS ABOUT THIS PLACE
1922 Olympic Games
The Olympic flame passed through the Château during the 1992 Albertville Winter Olympics.
Lawn tennis
This historic site is recognized as one of the first places in France where grass tennis was played, probably as early as the late 19th century.
Today
This property still belongs to the Coubertin family but it remains private.
Near the castle, you can find a plaque in homage to Pierre de Coubertin
Castle of Mirville
Non accessible au grand public
500 Route du Château
76210 Mirville
France