Castle of Cognac, Medieval castle in Cognac, France
The castle extends along the Charente River with thick stone walls, multiple towers, and a grand facade added in the 16th century.
Built in 950 by Hélie de Villebois, the fortress changed ownership multiple times during the Hundred Years' War between France and England.
The castle marks the birthplace of King Francis I of France in 1494, reflecting the deep connection between French royalty and this region.
Tours of the castle include exploration of dry and wet cellars, with options ranging from 75 minutes to 2 hours including cognac tastings.
In 1795, merchants Otard and Dupuy saved the castle from demolition by converting it into cellars for aging cognac, a purpose it still serves.
Location: Cognac
GPS coordinates: 45.69833,-0.33000
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:43
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Cognac Public Garden
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Porte Saint-Jacques
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Maison de la Lieutenance
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Parc des sports de Cognac
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Temple protestant de Cognac
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Museum of Cognac
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Couvent des Récollets
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Fontaine François Ier
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Musée des arts du Cognac
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Prieuré Saint-Léger
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Maison Martell
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Île de la Reine
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Hôtel Verdelin
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Hôtel de Bremond d'Ars
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Hôtel de Rabayne
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Hôtel de l'Esclopart
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Hôtel Brunet du Boccage
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Hôtel de la Gabelle
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Hôtel Duplessis
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Camus Workshop
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Église du Sacré-Cœur de Cognac
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Église Saint-Martin de Cognac
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Église Saint-Jacques de Cognac
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Equestrian statue of Francis I
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Église Saint-Antoine de Cognac
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