Castle of Vayres, Medieval castle in Saint-Georges-lès-Baillargeaux, France
The stone fortress stands on a rocky outcrop at the meeting point of the Dordogne and Gestas rivers, surrounded by formal gardens and ancient trees.
The castle gained military importance in 1326 when King Edward II of England provided funds for its expansion during the Hundred Years War period.
The interior contains collections of Louis XIII and Louis XIV furniture, along with tapestries from the prestigious workshops of Gobelins, Aubusson, and Beauvais.
The castle offers 45-minute guided tours in French, with written guides available for English-speaking visitors to explore the architecture and collections.
The castle features a medieval garden that maintains traditional cultivation methods for vegetables, medicinal plants, and grains from the Middle Ages.
Location: Saint-Georges-lès-Baillargeaux
GPS coordinates: 46.66070,0.39028
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:58
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