Château des fées, Medieval fortress ruins in Montcy-Notre-Dame, France.
The castle remains stand on a rocky outcrop overlooking the Meuse River and Charleville-Mézières, featuring remnants of an 18 by 10-meter rectangular structure.
Construction began in 870 following the Treaty of Meerssen, with archaeological evidence revealing a significant fire in the late 10th or early 11th century.
Archaeological findings include chess pieces, book clasps, and glazed ceramics from the Middle Meuse region, indicating connections with eastern and northern territories.
The archaeological artifacts discovered at the castle site are now displayed at the Musée de l'Ardenne in Charleville-Mézières for public viewing.
The name 'Château des fées' emerged around 1020, deriving from 'château défait' meaning ruined castle, following its destruction by Reims archdiocese troops.
Location: Montcy-Notre-Dame
GPS coordinates: 49.77560,4.74360
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:52
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