Château d'Ardelay

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Château d'Ardelay, Medieval castle in Les Herbiers, France.

The Château d'Ardelay features a 15th-century defensive architecture with a square keep and machicolations overlooking the inner courtyard.

The initial wooden construction on a feudal mound was replaced by a stone structure in the 11th century, marking the beginning of the current castle.

The castle hosts temporary exhibitions in its 16th-century main residence, decorated with granite fireplaces characteristic of the region.

Visitors can discover three levels connected by a spiral staircase and explore the different rooms during exhibition hours.

The castle retains marks from German troops who, during World War II, removed certain beams to use them as firewood.

Location: Les Herbiers

GPS coordinates: 46.85310,-1.00532

Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:52

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