Château de Saint Projet, Medieval castle in Saint-Projet, France.
Château de Saint Projet is a castle in southwestern France with fortified stone walls, defensive towers, and architectural sections built between the 13th and 18th centuries. The building shows different construction phases across multiple periods, visible in its varied stonework and tower styles.
The castle was built on a Gallo-Roman mound and received its early ownership grant from King Philippe Le Bel in medieval times. The structure evolved over centuries with modifications reflecting different historical periods.
The castle preserves a room that has remained untouched since Queen Margot's stay during the Wars of Religion, showing original furnishings from the 16th century. Visitors can walk through these spaces today and see the traces of her time there.
The castle offers overnight stays today, blending medieval architecture with modern guest comfort and amenities. Visitors should note that accessibility may be limited due to uneven floors and steep staircases in this historical building.
A sealed chamber rediscovered in 1990 contained a preserved bedroom where Marguerite de Valois had sought shelter from pursuing troops. This hidden room remained unknown for a long time before being found again.
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