Château de Montreuil-Bellay, Medieval castle and museum in Montreuil-Bellay, France.
The fortress stands on a hill overlooking the Thouet River, featuring 13 connected towers and extensive defensive walls spanning 4 square kilometers.
The castle, dating from 1200, served as a military hospital during World War I and functioned as a prison for women during the French Revolution.
The castle presents a combination of medieval and Renaissance architecture, with grand halls and inner chambers decorated in the Troubadour style from 1860.
Visitors can take 55-minute guided tours through the castle interiors, wine cellars, and gardens, with regular openings from April through December.
The castle maintains active vineyards producing Saumur wines from Cabernet Franc and Chenin grapes, processed in 15th-century cellars.
Location: Montreuil-Bellay
Inception: 12 century
Architectural style: medieval architecture, Renaissance architecture
Website: http://chateau-de-montreuil-bellay.fr
GPS coordinates: 47.13306,-0.15500
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:42
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