Plessis-Josso castle, Medieval manor in Theix-Noyalo, France
Plessis-Josso is a medieval fortress in Brittany surrounded by a large pond and enclosed by stone walls with defensive towers and pointed Gothic windows. The fortified structure displays the characteristic features of a 14th-century noble residence with its complete protective enclosure.
The castle was founded in 1330 by Sylvestre Josso, a squire who served Duke Jean III of Brittany. It became a residence where regional nobles sheltered during times of conflict in the duchy.
The ground floor displays a preserved wall cabinet where the manor's lords kept their administrative records and official documents. This room shows how local nobility managed their lands and demonstrated their authority.
The castle welcomes visitors through guided tours mainly in the warmer months and groups of 15 or more can arrange visits throughout the year. It helps to plan ahead since opening times and access conditions may change seasonally.
The manor once controlled vast countryside with multiple mills, baker's ovens, and a private harbor on the Gulf of Morbihan. This extensive network shows how powerful the lords were and how their influence extended across the region.
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