Château de Pirou, Medieval castle in Pirou, France
The castle features three concentric moats and five fortified gates, with stone structures replacing the original wooden fortifications from the 12th century.
Originally constructed to monitor the English Channel coastline, the castle protected Coutances and its harbor from potential invasions during medieval times.
The castle houses a locally created tapestry depicting historical events from Viking incursions in Cotentin to the Norman conquest of southern Italy.
The castle receives 37,000 visitors annually and maintains regular opening hours, with temporary closures during lunch periods and seasonal adjustments.
A local tale narrates how the Lord of Pirou and his family transformed into geese to escape Vikings but lost their human form permanently.
Location: Pirou
Inception: 12 century
Architectural style: medieval architecture
GPS coordinates: 49.16139,-1.57361
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:44
Normandy contains historical sites and natural areas away from main routes. The region features old abbeys, medieval castles, coastal villages and natural landscapes. The locations include the Benedictine Palace in Fécamp, Monet's Gardens in Giverny and the Seine Loop Natural Park.
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