Château de Tarascon, Medieval castle in Tarascon, France
The castle features a monumental stone structure with two round towers on the east side and two square towers overlooking the Rhône River.
The Dukes of Anjou constructed the fortress between 1400 and 1435 using materials from Beaucaire quarries under the direction of architect Jean Robert.
The René d'Anjou Art Center within the castle presents temporary exhibitions connecting historical heritage with contemporary artistic creations in the princely apartments.
The castle opens daily with adult admission at 8 euros, young adults 6.50 euros, and children between 10 and 17 years pay 3.50 euros.
The walls contain preserved graffiti created by prisoners during the period when the castle functioned as a detention facility from the 17th century until 1926.
Location: Tarascon
Inception: 1400
Address: boulevard du Château
Website: http://chateau.tarascon.fr
GPS coordinates: 43.80660,4.65503
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:41
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