Cadillac-sur-Garonne, commune in Gironde, France
Cadillac-sur-Garonne is a small town in Gironde located along the Garonne River in southwestern France. Narrow streets, old stone buildings, and the prominent ducal castle define the townscape, with the fortress architecture remaining the visual center of the settlement.
The settlement was founded in the mid-13th century when Jean de Grailly established a geometric grid plan with a central square. In the late 16th century, the Duke of Epernon reconstructed the castle, bringing renewed importance and wealth to the town.
The name reflects the town's medieval origins and its riverside location. Residents maintain local traditions and often share stories about the past with visitors, showing how deeply history is woven into daily life here.
The town is easy to explore on foot with marked routes and smartphone audio guides available in French and English. Accommodation options include campgrounds and small hotels, and the tourist office provides maps and practical information for planning your visit.
The castle was later converted into a prison for women, an unusual repurposing of a former noble residence. This transformation reveals how major buildings change function dramatically over centuries.
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