Château de Chouvigny, Medieval castle in Chouvigny, France.
The stone fortress rises 80 meters above the Sioule River, featuring defensive towers and walls that define the medieval military architecture.
Guillaume I de Chauvigny initiated the castle construction in 1250 to control the Sioule gorges, leading to centuries of noble family occupations.
The castle represents a gathering point for regional heritage preservation, with the Association of Friends of Château de Chouvigny organizing cultural events.
Visitors can join guided tours from Tuesday to Sunday between 2:15 PM and 5:15 PM during summer months, with adult tickets priced at 5 euros.
The castle underwent transformation from a military fortress to a hunting lodge under the ownership of Napoleon III's half-brother, the Duke of Morny.
Location: Chouvigny
Inception: 1250
Website: https://chouvigny.net
GPS coordinates: 46.12472,2.99389
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:49
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