Château de la Chasse, Medieval castle in Saint-Prix, France
Château de la Chasse is a castle set within the Montmorency Forest, surrounded by double moats and defended by round towers positioned at its corners. The structure displays typical medieval defensive features and sits quietly among the ancient trees.
The castle was built in the 13th century under Mathieu II de Montmorency and later served as a garrison during times of conflict. It received royal visits and witnessed important shifts in French history.
The castle's name comes from an old Gallic word meaning oak, showing how deeply it is connected to the ancient forest surrounding it.
The ground floor hosts temporary exhibitions and educational activities for visitors to explore. Multiple nature trails begin from the castle grounds and lead through the surrounding woodland.
In the 15th century, a family dispute at the castle led to a French saying about disobedience that people still know today. This story shows how local events became part of the language itself.
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