Longpra Castle, Medieval castle in Saint-Geoire-en-Valdaine, France.
Longpra Castle features symmetrical facades from the 18th century and encompasses a moat stretching 378 meters around the property.
Founded in the 12th century as a fortified house, the castle underwent major reconstruction in 1770 under Pierre-Antoine de Longpra.
The castle houses a museum of woodworking tools, displaying an extensive collection of carpentry instruments from the 18th and 19th centuries.
Visitors can explore the estate through guided tours and watch an educational film about traditional woodworking techniques.
The Franclieu family has maintained continuous ownership of the castle since 1536, preserving its heritage across four centuries.
Location: Saint-Geoire-en-Valdaine
GPS coordinates: 45.45720,5.62306
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:52
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