Château de Gratot, Medieval castle ruins in Gratot, France
The castle features a moat, two fortified towers from the 15th century, and an 18th-century pavilion with large windows and spire lights.
The Argouges family owned and expanded the castle from 1251 to 1777, transforming it through different architectural periods until its abandonment in the 19th century.
The restored pavilion hosts art exhibitions, painting classes, and theater performances throughout the year, contributing to the local cultural landscape.
Located 4 kilometers from Coutances, the castle opens daily from 10:00 to 19:00, with entrance fees of 4 euros and guidebooks available for self-tours.
A spring called 'la Fontaine à la fée' supplies the castle moat, connected to a legend about a fairy who married a lord under specific conditions.
Location: Gratot
Inception: 13 century
Website: https://chateaugratot.com
GPS coordinates: 49.06806,-1.49000
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:44
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