Château de Tancarville, Medieval castle on cliffs above Seine River, Normandy, France
The stone fortress stands on a limestone cliff, rising 90 meters above the Seine River with thick walls and defensive towers marking its perimeter.
Built in the 11th century by Raoul de Tancarville, chamberlain of the Duke of Normandy, the castle changed hands between French and English control during the Hundred Years' War.
The castle served as a training ground for knights learning jousting and chivalry codes, establishing its role in medieval Norman military education.
The castle remains closed to public access while undergoing renovation projects, with future plans to convert sections into residential apartments.
A square tower with 1.65-meter-thick walls was added in the 12th century, demonstrating advanced military architecture for its time period.
Location: Tancarville
Architectural style: medieval architecture
GPS coordinates: 49.48400,0.46400
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:43
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