Château du Bourget, Medieval castle ruins in Le Bourget-du-Lac, France.
Château du Bourget is a castle ruin in Le Bourget-du-Lac with four corner turrets positioned on elevated ground overlooking Lake Bourget. The structure displays Romanesque architectural features and sits surrounded by Alpine vineyards.
Built between 1248 and 1253, the castle served the Counts of Savoy as a hunting and fishing residence for several centuries. Its position between Lyon and Chambéry made it a strategic control point for land and water routes toward the Rhône.
The castle structure represents Romanesque architecture and received classification as a French historic monument in March 1983.
The site has restricted access, so visitors should contact local authorities before exploring the ruins. Planning ahead and obtaining permission are necessary steps for visiting.
The castle received classification as a French historical monument in 1983, placing it under official protection. This recognition marked an important moment in preserving the region's architectural heritage.
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