Château des Célestins, Medieval castle in Colombier-le-Cardinal, France.
The Château des Célestins stands at the heart of an 18-hectare park, featuring ancient walls and remaining structures from its monastic past.
Originally constructed in the 12th century, the castle belonged to the Malatour-Colombier family before becoming a Celestine monastery following Pierre de Colombier's death in 1361.
The castle represents the architectural transformation from a defensive fortress to a religious residence, reflecting medieval French building techniques.
The castle grounds extend over 5,000 square meters and include ruins of the former convent, making it suitable for historical exploration.
During the Religious Wars of 1560, the monastery served as a Catholic headquarters before its destruction by Huguenot forces.
Location: Colombier-le-Cardinal
GPS coordinates: 45.26790,4.73753
Latest update: June 23, 2025 11:06
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