Château de Ham, Medieval castle ruins in Ham, France
The castle features a rectangular layout of 120 meters by 80 meters with round towers at corners and square towers along defensive walls.
First mentioned in 1052, the fortress underwent major modifications in the 15th century with the addition of a 33-meter-high cylindrical keep.
The castle transformed into a state prison, holding numerous political figures including the future Napoleon III before his escape in 1846.
The castle ruins stand in a public park at the eastern end of Ham, offering free access to visitors throughout the year.
German forces destroyed the castle with explosives in March 1917, leaving only fragments of the entrance tower and surrounding fortifications.
Location: Ham
Inception: 1052
GPS coordinates: 49.74340,3.07310
Latest update: July 9, 2025 18:02
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