Chateau of Castelmore, 32290 Lupiac, Gers, Region Midi-Pyrenees
The Castle Castelmore is known for being the home of Charles de Batz d’Artagnan in his childhood, famous musketeers of the king, and from a family of minor nobility. Rustic in appearance, this house was being renovated several times and … Continue reading
Posted in Castles personalities, Chateaux, Gers, Region Midi-Pyrenees
Tagged d'Artagnan
Leave a comment
Chateau of la Roque, 24220 Meyrals, Dordogne, Region Aquitaine
The Chateau de la Roque is located atop a cliff overlooking the valley Moulan. It was built up while in the fifteenth century, north-east of Saint-Cyprien. Over the centuries, its architecture was modified to display a Renaissance style, while remaining … Continue reading
Chateau of Mesnil-Voisin, 91850 Bouray-sur-Juine, Essonne, Region Ile-de-France
The castle of the Mesnil-Voisin is a fine example of the style Louis XIII, with its large proportions, its sandstone walls and dark slate monochrome. Over the centuries it was owned by several noble families, but also that of a … Continue reading
Chateau of Castelnaud-la-Chapelle, 24250 Castelnaud-la-Chapelle, Dordogne, Region Aquitaine
Castelnaud Castle is a medieval fortress located on the town Castelnaud-la-Chapelle in the French department of Dordogne. It was a historical monument October 28, 1980. Located at the confluence of the Dordogne valley and the valley it overlooks Céou, he … Continue reading
Posted in Chateaux, Dordogne, Funny Castles, Medieval castles and cities, Region Aquitaine
Tagged Caumont, Charles VII
Leave a comment
Chateau of Caradeuc, 22830 Plouasne, Cotes-d’Amor, Region Bretagne
On the mountainside Bécherel on a wooded plateau, stands the castle Caradeuc, which was built during the reign of Louis XV. Its facade overlooks a beautiful French garden, with beautiful views over the valley of the Rance. History of chateau … Continue reading
Posted in Chateaux, Cotes-d'Amor, Funny Castles, Region Bretagne, Royal Gardens
Tagged Edouard André, Lhérault, Louis XV
Leave a comment
Chateau of Etelan, 76330 Saint-Maurice-d’Etelan, Seine-Maritime, Region Haute-Normandie
The Castle Ételan in reality a large mansion overlooking the last loop of the Seine, and was built on a wooded terrace. A long and accurate will be given back all its glory to this former residence of the great … Continue reading
Posted in Chateaux, Palace, Region Haute Normandie, Seine-Maritime
Tagged André Caplet, françois Ier, Voltaire
Leave a comment
Chateau of Dree, 71800 Curbigny, Saone-et-Loire, Region Bourgogne
One tan, the majestic Castle Dree is on the side of a valley, and date of the seventeenth century. Its interiors were constructed in the eighteenth century by the architect Caristie, and it was the home of a marshal of … Continue reading
Posted in Chateaux, Funny Castles, Region Bourgogne, Royal Gardens, Saone-et-Loire
Tagged Caristie
1 Comment
Chateau of Effiat, 63260 Effiat, Puy-de-Dome, Region Auvergne
The Castle Effiat is actually far removed from the castles. Built by the Marquis of Effriat in 1627, is primarily a stately home of Louis XII. Today, it remains stylish and despite the many ownership changes over the centuries. History … Continue reading
Chateau of Cropieres, 15800 Raulhac, Cantal, Region Auvergne
Castle still stands proudly Cropières on one side of the valley Goul, near Aurillac, despite the damage of time. Having belonged to the same family for seven centuries, its architecture combines tradition and refinement of Auvergne Grand Siecle. History of … Continue reading
Chateau of Assier, 46320 Assier, Lot, Region Midi-Pyrenees
Brantome wrote that the tower Assier was “one of the best furnished house in France”. Today, only one wing of the castle remind its splendor among the ruins, a masterpiece of the Renaissance which was designed by a friend of … Continue reading
Posted in Chateaux, Lot, Region Midi-Pyrenees, Renaissance Period, Ruins
Tagged françois Ier, Prosper Mérimée
Leave a comment