Château Guillaume de Lignac, Medieval castle in Lignac, France
The castle features a 25-meter-high square keep encircled by four cylindrical towers, displaying medieval defensive architecture in the Berry region.
Built between 1087 and 1112 by Guillaume IX of Aquitaine, the castle underwent dismantlement during Richelieu's reign and restoration beginning in 1878.
The castle marks the birthplace of Eleanor of Aquitaine, who later became Queen of France and England, influencing medieval European politics.
The castle offers guided tours in English with an entry fee of 10 euros for adults and reduced rates for groups of 20 or more.
The surrounding three-hectare English-style park contains a tree-lined avenue known as the green cathedral, featuring plane trees and maritime pines.
Location: Lignac
Location: Château-Guillaume
Address: Châteauguillaume
GPS coordinates: 46.48027,1.19174
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:44
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