Pontivy Castle, Medieval castle in Pontivy, France
The fortress features two remaining towers and two galleries, with stone walls that reach substantial heights along the northern perimeter of Pontivy.
Jean II de Rohan initiated construction of the castle in 1485, replacing previous fortifications that were destroyed by English forces in 1342.
The structure evolved from a military stronghold to residential quarters during the 18th century, incorporating decorated fireplaces and a grand staircase.
Guided tours accommodate groups between 15 and 18 people, with visits lasting 90 minutes through accessible sections of the monument.
The south curtain wall collapsed in 2014 due to heavy winter rains, leading to extensive archaeological research and ongoing reconstruction efforts.
Location: Pontivy
Inception: 1479
Address: rue du Général-de-Gaulle 56300
GPS coordinates: 48.07035,-2.96332
Latest update: August 19, 2025 08:20
Église Notre-Dame-de-la-Joie de Pontivy
408 m
Sainte-Noyale Chapel
4.8 km
Église Saint-Mériadec-de-Stival de Pontivy
2.8 km
Chapelle Notre-Dame de la Houssaye
2.8 km
Caserne Clisson
702 m
Église Saint-Joseph de Pontivy
874 m
Chapelle Sainte-Tréphine de Pontivy
1.9 km
Tumulus de Nillizien
893 m
Chapelle Notre-Dame-de-Carmès
5 km
Île des Récollets
289 m
Fontaine de Saint-Mériadec
3 km
Croix de la Houssaye
2.8 km
Rue du Fil
349 m
Écluse de La Cascade
1.4 km
Théâtre des Halles
263 m
Frédéric Henri Le Normand de Lourmel
616 m
Château du Gros-Chêne
1.7 km
Rendez-vous de chasse des Rohan
272 m
Maison des Trois-Piliers
310 m
Chapelle Saint-Ivy de la Congrégation
371 m
Chapelle Saint-Michel du Sourn
3.5 km
Oratoire Saint-Jean de Noyal-Pontivy
4.9 km
Écluse d'isolement des Récollets
214 m
Maison, 14 rue du Pont
332 m
Magasin à fourrages
921 m
Maison, 4 rue du Fil
308 m
Maison, 6 rue du Fil
312 m
Croix de Sainte-Noyale
4.9 kmReviews
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