Château de Ballon, Medieval castle in Ballon, Sarthe, France
The castle stands on elevated ground with round towers, stone walls, and windows that replaced former arrow slits during architectural modifications.
Guillaume de Belleme constructed the initial fortress in 1005, establishing it as a strategic stronghold known as The Gate of Maine.
The gardens of Château de Ballon received recognition as Jardins Remarquable for their medieval and renaissance design patterns.
Visitors can explore the castle grounds and learn about medieval architecture through the preserved fortification elements and defensive structures.
The castle changed ownership twenty-five times during the 11th century alone, marking an exceptionally turbulent period in its history.
Location: Ballon-Saint-Mars
Address: rue du Château 72290
GPS coordinates: 48.17887,0.23308
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:49
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