Castle of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Medieval castle ruins in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, France.
The castle structure includes a remaining dungeon, southern wall, and lower pontifical cellar positioned on a hilltop overlooking vineyards and the Rhône Valley.
Pope John XXII ordered the construction of this defensive residence between 1317 and 1333, featuring four towers and three large rooms including a wine storage cellar.
The pontifical cellar within the castle remains hosts ceremonies of the Échansonnerie des Papes, maintaining connections to wine heritage traditions.
The castle grounds open daily for visitors to explore the preserved ruins, offering views across the Rhône Valley and surrounding wine regions.
German forces used the castle as an anti-aircraft position during World War II and destroyed its northern section before retreating in August 1944.
Location: Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Inception: 1333
GPS coordinates: 44.05757,4.82922
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:44
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