Château de Thanvillé, Medieval castle in Val de Villé, France
The castle features a large square courtyard, a central porch tower, and defensive walls that previously housed a water-filled moat system.
Built in 1084 as a fortress to control the Salt Route, the castle underwent major reconstruction in 1572 under Jean-Friedrich of Worms ownership.
The Wagner family has transformed the castle into a venue for regional events, exhibitions, and cultural gatherings since acquiring it in 1982.
The castle opens its doors for private events, weddings, and seasonal celebrations, with regular guided tours available through advance reservation.
During the Franco-Prussian War of 1870, the castle witnessed a battle between French mobile guards and Baden dragoon regiments.
Location: Thanvillé
Inception: 1572
Part of: Ensemble castrale de Thanvillé
GPS coordinates: 48.32310,7.34530
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:59
The Grand Est displays a rich architectural and military heritage, from fortified structures like the Fort of Mutzig and the La Ferté ouvrage on the Maginot Line, to princely residences such as Château de Lunéville with its French gardens. The region also preserves religious sites like the Abbey of Sturzelbronn in the Vosges forests and the Jesuit College in Reims, founded in the early 17th century. Urban centers feature notable architectural complexes: the Kammerzell House in Strasbourg exemplifies 15th-century Alsatian half-timbered construction, while the Ducal Square in Charleville-Mézières reflects Renaissance urban planning. The Humanist Library in Sélestat holds over 150 medieval manuscripts and ancient books. Technical sites like the old Chappe telegraph tower in Saverne recall early communication history before the electric era. Historic parks, including that of Château de Pange with geometric gardens and stone bridges, offer pathways through centuries of landscape design.
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