Château d'Ornans, Medieval fortress ruins in Ornans, France.
The remains of Château d'Ornans stand on a limestone cliff rising 130 meters above the Loue Valley, with defensive walls and two round towers on its northern side.
Built in the 13th century by the Dukes of Burgundy, the castle was reinforced in 1475 by Charles the Bold before its demolition by Marshal Luxembourg in 1674.
The ruins feature prominently in paintings by Gustave Courbet, including his renowned work 'A Burial at Ornans' which captures the castle's silhouette against the landscape.
The Saint George's Chapel from 1289 remains intact among the fortress ruins, offering visitors a glimpse into medieval religious architecture at the site.
The fortress contained a three-story keep with five crenellations and a 15-meter-wide ditch that connected to ravines on both sides for enhanced defense.
Location: Ornans
GPS coordinates: 47.11232,6.14235
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:48
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Maison Granvelle
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Hôtel de ville d'Ornans
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