Château de Durtal, Medieval castle in Durtal, France
The castle rises on a rocky promontory over the Loir Valley, between Angers and Le Mans, featuring defensive walls and multiple towers.
Built in the 11th century by Foulques Nerra and Geoffroy de Martel, lords of Anjou, the castle protected the city of Angers from invasions.
The architecture evolved between the 15th and 17th centuries, combining medieval fortifications with Renaissance palace elements across its 100 rooms.
Guided tours run from June through September, every day except Tuesday, with six daily sessions starting at 10:30 AM until 5:30 PM.
The castle basement houses the second largest fireplace in France, demonstrating the grand scale of medieval cooking facilities.
Location: Durtal
Website: http://chateau-durtal.com
GPS coordinates: 47.67047,-0.24467
Latest update: June 2, 2025 14:23
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