Château de Jarnac, Historic castle site in Jarnac, France.
The location of Château de Jarnac contains architectural remnants and foundations where six round towers once formed part of the medieval structure.
The original fortress, constructed in the 10th century by Count Wardrade Lorichès, underwent multiple reconstructions before its final demolition in the early 19th century.
The site represents the medieval heritage of the Charente region, connecting to the history of noble families including the Plantagenets and Lusignans.
Visitors can access historical documentation and drawings of the former castle at the municipal archives of Jarnac, which detail its architectural evolution.
The castle grounds witnessed the famous Coup de Jarnac, a historical duel that introduced a specific fencing technique into French military vocabulary.
Location: Jarnac
GPS coordinates: 45.67830,-0.17167
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:57
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