Capetian House of Courtenay

House of Courtenay

Arms of the Capetian House of Courtenay
Parent houseCapetian dynasty
Country Latin Empire
France
Foundedc. 1150
FounderPeter I of Courtenay
Titles
Dissolution1733
Cadet branches
  • House of Courtenay-Champignelles
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The Capetian House of Courtenay, also known simply as the House of Courtenay, was a royal house and cadet branch of the Capetian dynasty. Founded by Peter I of Courtenay, a son of King Louis VI of France, the family drew its name from the lordship of Courtenay, to which Peter's wife was heiress.


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