Château Raoul, Medieval castle in Châteauroux, France.
The castle rises above the ramparts of Châteauroux and the Indre Valley, featuring multiple towers and neo-gothic architectural elements from the 19th century.
Built in the 10th century by Raoul le Large, lord of Déols, the fortress marked the boundary between France and Aquitaine, later reconstructed in stone during the 12th century.
The castle's name influenced the city's identity, as the medieval settlement of Château Raoul gradually transformed into the present-day name of Châteauroux.
The property functions as part of the prefect's residence and opens to visitors during summer months and European Heritage Days through guided tours.
The Department of Indre has maintained ownership of the castle since 1792, with architects Alfred and Henry Dauvergne conducting substantial renovations between 1879 and 1914.
Location: Châteauroux
Architects: Alfred Dauvergne, Henry Dauvergne
GPS coordinates: 46.81250,1.68600
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:45
Châteauroux features architectural heritage reflecting its medieval and religious past. The Château Raoul, a 10th-century fortress located on the heights above the Indre river, is next to the Cordeliers Convent, a 13th-century Franciscan building now used for contemporary art exhibitions. History enthusiasts will also enjoy the Hôtel Bertrand Museum, the former residence of General Bertrand with Napoleonic collections, and the US Air Force Museum, which traces American military presence in the city between 1951 and 1967. The city combines this historic heritage with leisure spaces accessible to families. The Belle Isle Leisure Base spans 18 hectares around a pond and features sports fields and playgrounds. The Public Garden, a four-hectare park in the city center, offers flowering lawns and shaded areas. The 19th-century market halls host a market where local products and specialties are showcased. Between Roman monuments like the Saint-André Church from the 12th century and modern recreational facilities, Châteauroux invites exploration of different facets of Berry.
St. Andrew's Church, Châteauroux
1 km
Hôtel Bertrand
630 m
Église Notre-Dame de Châteauroux
267 m
Château du Parc
387 m
Église Saint-Martial de Châteauroux
696 m
Couvent des Cordeliers de Châteauroux
683 m
Chapelle Saint-Martin de Châteauroux
165 m
Jardin Public
717 m
Hôtel de préfecture de l'Indre, Châteauroux
106 m
Parc Balsan
404 m
Porte de Châteauroux
228 m
Hôtel du maréchal Bertrand
636 m
Carrousel de Belle Îsle
1.5 km
Châteauroux Métropole
434 m
Chambre de commerce et d'industrie de l'Indre
658 m
Equinoxe
539 m
Les Halles
398 m
Église Saint-Christophe de Châteauroux
552 m
Base Nautique de Belle-Isle
1.5 km
Porte du pont Perrin
1.7 km
Immeuble, 12 rue de la Gare, rue Ledru-Rollin
737 m
Maison, 50, 52, 54, 56, 58 rue de la Gare
895 m
Pont Gütersloh
243 m
US Museum
1 km
Porte de la vieille prison
214 m
Mémorial De L'Indre Des Combattants Morts Pour La France En Afrique Du Nord
291 m
Monument de la Déportation
346 m
Musée du Berry
493 mReviews
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