2. Castle of Val Lanobre - Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Region This is not the most famouscastle in France, nor is it the most visited and yet it is undoubtedly one of themost beautiful castles in France. Built on a rock in the thirteenth century and surrounded by a gigantic park today cover...
The Carcassonne castle is one of France’s oldest, and it has been occupied for over 5,000 years. Perhaps the biggest castle in France, some of its walls date back to the 5th century! Much of it started to decay in the 17th century, and a restoration project fixed much of this in t...
Castles & Palaces in Paris Château du Louvre In the lower level of the Louvre Museum’s Sully Wing visitors can see substantial foundations of the original Louvre Castle. Built as a fortress by King Philip II of France, and completed in 1202, it was intended to reinforce the walls ...
For anyone visiting France for the castles or medieval history, Guédelon is a must. Over 300,000 people visit each year, and for a not insignificant number they have been before – more than once. The castle, strictly speaking a castle fort, even features on niche itineraries that explore...
Visit French castle Château du Rivau, a jewel among Loire Valley castles: enchanting gardens, a majestic keep and an imposing drawbridge.
Also on the itinerary is the opulent Château de Fontainebleau, a truly fairytale castle where you can marvel at the luxurious décor of intricate frescoes and exquisite furniture. FIND OUT MORE 2 Bordeaux Yongjung Lee / EyeEm//Getty Images Gourmet travellers needn't look further than Bordeaux...
The Château de Loches is a 9th-century castle built by the Indre River by King Philip II of France. The King and his court stayed here when they were passing through town or avoiding their enemies in Paris. This Loire Valley castle is unique for its multiple towers and stained glass wi...
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The heart of the town is the region around the castle, the Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, with much to discover in the castle and in the streets that surround it. As with many cities of this size, the pleasure is as much in simply wandering the streets, discovering lost corners, and pe...