Le Plessis-Macé, Medieval castle in Longuenée-en-Anjou, France.
The Château du Plessis-Macé features four round towers, thick walls with harmonious windows, and ornate turrets constructed during the 15th century.
Louis de Beaumont rebuilt the partially ruined fortress after the Hundred Years War, transforming it into a Gothic residence that hosted French kings Louis XI and Charles VIII.
The castle hosts the Festival of Anjou, offering 1,400 seats for theatrical performances and maintaining its role as a center for performing arts.
The castle requires approximately 45 minutes to explore and accepts various payment methods including bank cards, postal checks, and holiday vouchers.
Ten furnished rooms spanning from the 16th to 19th centuries display the architectural evolution and historical transformations of this noble residence.
Location: Maine-et-Loire
Location: arrondissement of Angers
Location: canton of Angers-Nord
Location: Pôle métropolitain Loire Angers
Location: Communauté urbaine Angers Loire Métropole
Location: Συνδικάτο Μπριονώ-Μαγιέν
Location: SIVM de Longuenée
Elevation above the sea: 96 m
Shares border with: La Meignanne, La Membrolle-sur-Longuenée, Montreuil-Juigné
Website: http://chateau-plessis-mace.fr
GPS coordinates: 47.54222,-0.67306
Latest update: September 26, 2025 12:55
Angers has the quiet charm of cities where old stones converse with light. Royal city, capital of Anjou, it combines the medieval strictness of its castle with the Gothic grace of its cathedral and the plant-like softness of its gardens. Along the banks of the Maine, bridges, towers, and rooftops create a perfect setting for photographers. The tapestries of the Apocalypse, timber houses, flowering paths of the Jardin du Mail, or reflections of the Lake of Maine all tell the same story: a city where history is both admired and lived. Behind the blond stone facades, Angers hides an artist’s soul, with bright museums, medieval alleys, and lively markets. An elegant and accessible destination, appealing to both architecture enthusiasts and those seeking peaceful landscapes.
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