Château de Faucigny, Medieval castle ruins in Faucigny, France.
The remains of the castle stand at 706 meters altitude, rising 250 meters above the Arve Valley and the municipality of Contamine-sur-Arve.
The castle, first mentioned in 1119, served as the stronghold of the Faucigny lords until 1262 when Agnes of Faucigny left it to her husband Pierre of Savoy.
The fortress represents medieval military architecture with its dual wall system, including a fortified gate between two square towers protecting the settlement.
The castle grounds remain open for exploration throughout the year, offering visitors the opportunity to discover medieval architectural elements and defensive structures.
The castle's master tower, completely dismantled in 1891, provided building materials for other local constructions, marking the transformation of its original structure.
Location: Faucigny
GPS coordinates: 46.11610,6.35796
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:48
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