Château de Châtillon-sur-Cluses, Medieval castle ruins in Châtillon-sur-Cluses, France.
The fortress stands on a limestone rocky spur at 862 meters altitude, controlling the Châtillon pass at the intersection of routes from Cluses to Taninges.
The castle, first mentioned in 1222, became the center of a castellany grouping thirteen parishes and later served as the administrative center of Faucigny.
Archaeological excavations in 2021 revealed new sections of the upper courtyard, providing extensive information about the castle's evolution and medieval life patterns.
The castle ruins maintain their original structure elements, including several enclosures, the manor house, and the castle chapel that transformed into a parish church.
The site contains archaeological evidence of occupation dating back to the 8th-10th centuries, preceding the medieval castle construction.
Location: Châtillon-sur-Cluses
GPS coordinates: 46.08440,6.58306
Latest update: June 23, 2025 11:07
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