Château de Sedan, Medieval castle in Sedan, France.
The castle spans across 35,000 square meters with defensive walls reaching 7 meters in thickness, making it the largest fortress in Europe.
Construction began in 1424 under Evrard III de La Marck, who transformed a simple priory into a fortified castle on a rocky hill.
The castle received the title of 'Favorite Monument of the French' in September 2023, highlighting its national significance and architectural heritage.
Visitors can explore the castle through guided tours that showcase military architecture, historical exhibits, and a model of 19th-century Sedan.
The fortress walls withstood numerous sieges until 1870 when Napoleon III surrendered here, leading to the proclamation of the French Third Republic.
Location: Sedan
Inception: 1424
Website: http://chateau-fort-sedan.fr
GPS coordinates: 49.70194,4.94944
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:39
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